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Job Description:
We are working on a new opportunity for a Client Investment Manager to join the team at a highly successful investment management services firm in Edinburgh on a permanent basis.
Skills/Experience:
Microsoft Office; working knowledge of Salesforce and Vermillion.
University degree or equivalent
Chartered Status - CFA or Chartered FCSI (Securities & Investment)
IMC
Core Responsibilities:
Manage book of client relationships with the ambition to provide top class client service and exceed client expectations.
Develop and deepen knowledge of your clients;
Maintain a deep working knowledge of clients' portfolios, through the integration and cooperation with the investment team and regular attendance of research and company meetings.
Contribute to the new opportunities business plan delivery;
Provide accurate and timely monthly reporting of individual activities and deliverables;
Have a firm grasp on any verbal and written client servicing requirements and the appropriate messaging.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15797
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-09-09 17:31:50
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Job Description:
Our client, a financial services firm in Edinburgh, is recruiting for an Information Security Risk Analyst on a 12 month fixed term contract basis.
If you have previous information security risk management experience and are looking to join a global business, this could be an excellent opportunity for you!
Skills/Experience:
Previous Information Security Risk Management experience
Working knowledge of security frameworks/standards e.g.
ISO 27001, HMG Cyber Essentials or NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) or other risk management certification
Excellent communication and analytical skills
Core Responsibilities:
Ensure security policies, processes, and procedures are thorough
Ensure that security controls are sufficient to safeguard sensitive information systems
Assist in detecting information security breaches or tracing the origin of unauthorised access
Recommend defensive measures, including firewalls, security software, and data encryption
Document and coordinate vulnerability management efforts and monitor the resolution of risks related to critical or sensitive information, systems, services, and processes
Chair Technology Risk Management meetings, engage stakeholders, assign and track actions to remediate identified security risks
Conduct security due diligence for all critical suppliers
Carry out risk assessments and document findings, including potential impacts and statistical probability
Benefits:
Hybrid working model
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15795
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Contract Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-09-09 11:08:55
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Job Description:
Our client, a financial services firm in Edinburgh, is recruiting for an Information Security Risk Analyst on a 12 month fixed term contract basis.
If you have previous information security risk management experience and are looking to join a global business, this could be an excellent opportunity for you!
Skills/Experience:
Previous Information Security Risk Management experience
Working knowledge of security frameworks/standards e.g.
ISO 27001, HMG Cyber Essentials or NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) or other risk management certification
Excellent communication and analytical skills
Core Responsibilities:
Ensure security policies, processes, and procedures are thorough
Ensure that security controls are sufficient to safeguard sensitive information systems
Assist in detecting information security breaches or tracing the origin of unauthorised access
Recommend defensive measures, including firewalls, security software, and data encryption
Document and coordinate vulnerability management efforts and monitor the resolution of risks related to critical or sensitive information, systems, services, and processes
Chair Technology Risk Management meetings, engage stakeholders, assign and track actions to remediate identified security risks
Conduct security due diligence for all critical suppliers
Carry out risk assessments and document findings, including potential impacts and statistical probability
Benefits:
Hybrid working model
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15795
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Contract Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-09-09 11:06:19
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Job Description:
Core-Asset are working with a leading professional services firm who are currently seeking an International Corporate Tax Manager to join their office in Edinburgh, Glasgow or Aberdeen on a permanent basis.
You will have experience managing international and large corporate projects from engagement and onboarding, through to delivery.
Skills/Experience:
CA, or equivalent, and ATT/CTA
4+ years of prior UK corporate tax experience with multinational groups
Experience of UK and overseas compliance and international tax advisory work preferred
Experience management of international and large corporate projects from engagement and onboarding, through to delivery.
Leadership experience is required
Core Responsibilities:
Preparing complex large complex UK tax computations and identifying opportunities for tax savings and efficient use of tax reliefs.
Providing support to businesses when expanding into new and emerging markets.
Co-ordinating and assisting with overseas corporate tax compliance and with local advisors.
Drafting advisory reporting on international and large corporate matters including
Assisting in gathering and reviewing data for UK and overseas tax investigations and enquiries.
Interpreting and analysing new and developing UK legislation.
Building and developing relationships with clients and identifying opportunities for new work from existing and new clients.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15793
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-09-06 17:16:58
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Job Description:
Are you experienced in drafting and negotiating legal contracts? If so, we want to hear from you!
Our client, a global asset management business based in Edinburgh, is recruiting for a Contracting Officer to join the business on a 50-week contract.
Our client have asked for initial CVs by early week commencing 9th September and therefore early application is advised!
Skills/Experience:
Proven track record of drafting and negotiate sophisticated legal contracts
Ability to perform and deliver high quality legal contracts in a fast-paced environment
Proven skills in successfully managing competing internal and external demands within timeframes
Legal qualification is preferred but not essential
Core Responsibilities:
Drive the contracting process from initial drafting through negotiation and execution
Facilitate and coordinate with stakeholders across functions involved in the contracting process
Manage client expectations throughout the negotiation process
Identify potential issues that are disseminated to potentially impacted internal stakeholders for review, discussion, negotiation and resolution
Capture and record relevant non-standard contractual clauses on an ongoing basis and maintain the contractual documentation database
Support the sales team with contractual documentation queries
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15774
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Contract Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-09-06 17:08:10
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Job Description:
Do you have experience working in private equity/private markets? Our client is currently recruiting for a Fund Controller to join the Edinburgh team on a permanent basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team.
Desirable Skills/Experience:
Qualified Accountant is desirable
A sound knowledge of current accounting practices and standards
Strong experience in private equity / private markets
Excellent stakeholder management skills
Good communication skills
Strong Excel
Investment Trust experience/knowledge beneficial
Core Responsibilities:
Performing management account reviews, investor reporting oversight and ongoing timetables for private equity mandates
Quarterly valuation process of the investments held by the mandates
Monitoring cash balances for allocated mandates
Review annual financial statements for limited partnerships and limited companies in accordance with prevailing regulations and standards.
Supporting the establishment of new mandates and co-ordinate the liquidation of existing mandate structures.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15792
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-09-06 11:38:17
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Job Description:
Our client, a reputable financial services firm in Glasgow, have an exciting opportunity for a Portfolio Manager to join their team on a permanent basis.
A background in Private Wealth / Investment Management and strong portfolio implementation skills/experience paired with an understanding of asset classes are essential.
In this role, you will have a ‘bird's-eye' view of all the portfolios with a strong understanding where things should be positioned and full control over any changes and movements in the portfolios to ensure consistency.
The role holder will be responsible for the implementation of investment views across portfolios held within a wide range of strategies
This is a newly created role which you can shape and mould and work in conjunction with investment directors to manage the portfolio and process piece for charities.
It is essential that you have either CISI Level 7 or CFA qualification.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Background in Investment Management and experience of managing portfolios to varied mandates.
Level 6 or 7 qualification: CWM or CFA.
Demonstrable experience in managing multiple client portfolios implementing instructed position changes and managing cashflows.
Strong research and analysis skills paired with an understanding of asset classes.
Confident communicator, skilled at developing client and internal relationships.
Able to develop investment strategy based on a client's portfolio and objectives utilising internal research output.
Core Responsibilities:
Manage risk by reporting concerns relating to improper business practice (e.g.
insider dealing, market manipulation, money laundering etc) to Senior Management.
Effective and consistent management of team portfolios ensuring adherence to mandate, and timely execution in implementing changes to portfolio, or managing cashflows.
Deliver excellent customer service, manage client portfolios and ensure suitability.
Suitability requires annual real-time engagement with the client and a clear understanding of the client's investment aims, financial circumstances, investment risk appetite, their knowledge of investment products and services and awareness of any vulnerability.
Communicate effectively with colleagues and supporting teams to action or resolve client related matters.
Contribute towards the continuing development of the team and wider Group by participating in projects, committees and other activities as needed.
Make informed investment suggestions using strong research and analysis skills and a strong understanding of asset classes.
Contribute to a high level of technology competence within team
Deliver a timely and efficient client experience including dealing with client queries, requests and bespoke client reporting.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15773
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: Glasgow, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-09-06 09:03:40
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Job Description:
Our client, an independent financial services firm, have an exciting opportunity for an Investment Analyst to join their small team in Dundee.
This is a great opportunity for an individual to research funds and develop sector responsibility.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Front office experience in fund selection/fund research - ideally investment trust experience.
Degree in finance/ economics/ maths.
CFA holder, or desire to work towards obtaining the CFA.
Clear analytical ability - excellent attention to detail.
Enthusiastic, good interpersonal skills.
Strong IT skills, particularly Excel, FactSet.
Proactive, with ability to work on own initiative.
Team player - small team requires good co-operational skills.
Ability to multitask, quick to learn.
Core Responsibilities:
Undertake third party fund and manager research and support various projects and other ad hoc work as required by team.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15751
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Additional benefits
Posted: 2024-09-06 09:01:18
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Job Description:
We are working on an exciting, new role as Corporate Tax Manager for one of our professional services client.
In this role you will be responsible for both compliance and advisory work on a portfolio of clients.
Extensive Corporate and Personal tax experience is essential for this role.
This role can be based in Edinburgh, Glasgow or Aberdeen.
Desirable Skills/Experience:
Relevant professional tax qualification (e.g.
CA, ATT or CTA)
Extensive corporate and personal tax experience is essential
Extensive experience of working in a similar role
Experience of managing a team
Expertise in compliance and advisory work
Experience of working to tight deadlines
Track record of handling a client portfolio with strong client engagement
Use of Alphatax and CCH
Core Responsibilities:
Annual tax return compliance for companies, individuals and partnerships.
Tax efficient remuneration planning.
Corporate tax planning.
CGT advice.
Displaying detailed knowledge of Income Taxes and Capital Taxes generally with the ability to identify other taxes which might be relevant (for example VAT, International Taxes, LBTT, Stamp Duty Taxes) and obtaining input from colleagues outside of the Business Advisory Services team to deliver well-rounded advice to clients.
Manage team members and monitor progress of their work.
Review all aspects of accounting work, at both manager and partner level, identifying opportunities for clients.
Managing all aspects of your client portfolio, working alongside other teams in the firm as well as the client's wider professional networks to ensure all client service requirements are met.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15791
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-09-05 10:48:37
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Job Description:
Our client, a leading professional services company, has a new opportunity as an Audit Advisor to join their team based in Edinburgh on a permanent basis.
Desirable Skills/Experience:
A professional accountancy qualification - ACCA/ICAS or equivalent
Newly qualified or part qualified considered
Audit experience working in a similar role
Experience of a client facing role
Strong communication skills
Ability to work on own initiative and to tight deadlines
Core Responsibilities:
Execute planning and completion of audit work in line with internal processes and procedures and due consideration of resources and budget, with guidance.
Planning, fieldwork and completion of audits, taking a key role in the audit team, managing delivery expectations and highlighting any issues at an early stage
Identify and undertake more complex audit areas during fieldwork stage, with guidance, and referring queries to more senior members of the audit team.
Attend planning and clearance meetings, taking an active role the meeting preparation, contributing to discussion and answering queries where appropriate, both from audit team and client.
Reviewing draft accounts, issue to client and deal with any queries arising, with guidance.
Demonstrating the ability to act as the client's main point of contact on site during audit fieldwork, dealing with queries and identifying areas where other service lines could provide support.
Manage work delegated to junior members of the team while still being responsible for overall delivery to meet deadlines.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15790
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-09-05 10:28:37
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Job Description:
Our client, an investment bank in London, is recruiting for an RFP Specialist to join their team on a 12 month contract.
The role will be paid on an agency payroll basis and our client offer hybrid working.
Skills/Experience:
RFP/DDQ experience in finance, preferably in asset management
Sustainability RFP/DDQ experience a plus
Collaborative, team player with excellent attention to detail
Core Responsibilities:
Completing and coordinating Request for Proposals (RFPs) and responding to DDQ requests.
Collating RFPs in accordance with the business' approach on sustainability
Responsibility for developing and improving RFP processes and the quality of responses.
Working with the four verticals of the Sustainability team, subject matter experts, sales and relationship teams to source information and create bespoke responses where required.
Maintain and update RFP database to ensure consistency.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15767
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Contract Location: London, England
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-09-04 13:54:04
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Job Description:
We have an exciting opportunity based within a growing company to join on a permanent basis within their Operational Risk and Controls function.
Candidates should have experience of risk mapping, testing of controls and operational event governance.
Desirable Skills/Experience:
Strong operation risk and controls experience
Financial services/asset management experience
Internal control experience
Experience working in a regulated environment
Business Continuity Management and operational resilience experience would be beneficial.
Core Responsibilities:
Develop, manage and maintain the Operational Risk Framework
Identify and assess operational risks within the organisation.
Develop strategies to mitigate risks, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational processes and implement best practices to minimise risk exposure.
Lead the implementation and monitor the governance of events based on regulation and best practices.
Manage the database of risks, issues and events and deliver effective reporting throughout
Review and analyse the quality and accuracy of risk issues and events captured within the business.
Conduct training sessions for employees on risk awareness and prevention.
Develop dashboards and reports to evaluate and explain internal control effectiveness.
Support the businesses continuity & operational resilience plans and policies.
Test the design and effectiveness of controls.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15757
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-09-04 09:48:48
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Job Description:
Our client, a reputable asset management firm, have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join their Edinburgh team on an initial 6 month contract basis.
This is a hybrid role, with a minimum of three days in office required.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Familiarity with order management systems and a solid understanding of their functionalities and integration points.
Relevant certification demonstrating a solid foundation in project management principles and strong understanding of project management methodologies
Proven track record of successfully managing integration or migration projects, ideally within the financial services industry.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with system migration, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and compliance with all regulatory and internal control requirements.
In-depth understanding of the financial services industry, particularly in areas of portfolio management, trading, and compliance.
Core Responsibilities:
Provide leadership to those assigned to work on the project.
This includes assigning tasks, setting expectations, and fostering a collaborative work environment to achieve project milestones.
Maintain clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, changes, and any issues that may arise.
Ensure that all project deliverables meet the required quality standards and specifications, conducting regular reviews and testing as necessary.
Identify potential risks and obstacles, develop mitigation strategies, and implement contingency plans to minimize impact on project timelines and outcomes.
Monitor project progress against the established timeline, adjusting as needed to keep the project on schedule.
Assist senior management in allocating and managing resources efficiently.
Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, objectives, timelines, and resource allocation, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15787
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Contract Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-09-03 15:09:45
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Job Description:
Our client, a reputable asset management firm, have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join their Edinburgh team on an initial 6 month contract basis.
This is a hybrid role, with a minimum of three days in office required.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Familiarity with order management systems and a solid understanding of their functionalities and integration points.
Relevant certification demonstrating a solid foundation in project management principles and strong understanding of project management methodologies
Proven track record of successfully managing integration or migration projects, ideally within the financial services industry.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with system migration, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and compliance with all regulatory and internal control requirements.
In-depth understanding of the financial services industry, particularly in areas of portfolio management, trading, and compliance.
Core Responsibilities:
Provide leadership to those assigned to work on the project.
This includes assigning tasks, setting expectations, and fostering a collaborative work environment to achieve project milestones.
Maintain clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, changes, and any issues that may arise.
Ensure that all project deliverables meet the required quality standards and specifications, conducting regular reviews and testing as necessary.
Identify potential risks and obstacles, develop mitigation strategies, and implement contingency plans to minimize impact on project timelines and outcomes.
Monitor project progress against the established timeline, adjusting as needed to keep the project on schedule.
Assist senior management in allocating and managing resources efficiently.
Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, objectives, timelines, and resource allocation, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15787
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Contract Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-09-03 15:08:37
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Job Description:
Our global client has an exciting opportunity for someone to join them in Edinburgh in their Operational Risk team.
Key experience:
Risk Mapping
Testing of controls
Operational events governance
Essential Skills/Experience:
Ideally circa 5 years' experience in operational risk and controls management
Experience of operating in a highly regulated financial services environment
Data literate with experience of using data analytics tools and techniques.
Experience in Business Continuity Management and operational resilience.
Core Responsibilities:
Manage the operational Risk Management Framework including the design and maintenance of risk appetites, risk taxonomy.
Develop strategies to mitigate risks, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational processes and implement best practices to minimize risk exposure.
Test the design and effectiveness of controls.
Manage the database of risks, issues and events and deliver effective reporting throughout the governance framework to enable senior management to effectively manage risk.
Lead the implementation and monitor the governance of Operational Events based on regulation and best practices.
Identify and assess operational risks within the organization.
Oversee and implement the RCSA check and challenge reviews to ensure key risks and associated controls are correctly captured and assessed by first line teams.
Review and analyse the quality and accuracy of risk issues and events captured within the business.
Monitor the firm's KRI.
Perform follow ups and action plans to ensure first line teams are closing issues and making improvements effectively.
Ensure that evidence is available to validate their completion.
Develop dashboards and reports to evaluate and explain internal control effectiveness.
Conduct training sessions for employees on risk awareness and prevention.
Support the maintenance of control libraries and narratives and flowcharts.
Support the businesses continuity & operational resilience plans and policies.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15757
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-08-30 16:26:41
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Job Description:
Our client, a leading data analytics company, are looking to recruit an enthusiastic individual to help grow their products and modelling assets team, based in London or Glasgow.
The successful candidate with show strong technical acumen and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
This is a UK based permanent position, with flexible hybrid working.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Able to take initiative on projects and proactively seek guidance from more experienced colleagues
Collaborative team worker who is confident in mentoring less experienced members of the team
Extensive experience in data/analytical programming in R
Extensive experience in problem solving within the data and analytical space
Experience of working on complex projects to a strict deadline within a commercial environment
Experience in producing clear documentation of modelling approach and processes followed
Prior experience of applying longevity analytics in an insurance or pensions context (desirable but not essential)
Great attention to detail
Excellent communicator, both to specialist and non-specialist stakeholders
Open-minded approach to platforms and software to support solutions
Ability to manage multiple competing deadlines
Ability to be pragmatic where required
Creative problem solver willing to leverage existing processes and tools
Core Responsibilities:
Helping the team to maintain and enhance our existing suite of models and data products
Helping to design and develop new features or new products and/or apply existing capabilities to new markets
Building your understanding of the longevity and pension risk transfer domain with the support of our existing team of longevity specialists
Development and maintenance of longevity modelling and software suite including developing sustainable code for complex algorithms
Hands-on calibration of longevity models and publications to support our flagship products
Involvement in a range of innovative growth areas under guidance of product managers
Throughout your work the application of analytical/statistical knowledge to create commercially focussed solutions will be key.
You will also engage with the team's evolving modelling suite and digital platform to ensure the solutions you develop have wide application across our client base.
This is likely to involve exposure to additional coding languages over time (e.g.
Python).
The role will involve working with internal stakeholders across a range of statistical, actuarial and developer experience to develop your solutions.
They anticipate that your role will grow over time and could follow one of the following paths depending on your skillset and enthusiasms:
Working towards becoming an area expert on our key products and providing support to external users of those products
Owning one or more of our key modelling assets including supporting internal users of that asset and providing guidance on functional requirements to our specialist coding teams (which could include a role in developing production level code)
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15730
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: London, England
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-08-30 16:00:40
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Job Description:
We are currently on an exciting new role for a Senior Insurance Consultant to join a leading financial services firm.
The successful candidate will have experience in a similar role and will be working on a project basis across several areas (e.g.
Solvency II model validation etc.)
You will get involved in a diverse range of projects, including Solvency UK reforms, investment risk management, illiquid assets and Matching Adjustment optimisation.,
Dependent on experience, but candidates are likely to be qualified UK actuaries with proven, relevant post-qualification experience, or hold another professional investment or quantitative risk qualification.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Significant experience in investment and ALM work, Solvency II/Solvency UK work for insurers, either ‘in-house' at an insurer or asset manager or, in consulting
Experience of planning projects and track record of delivering quality work on schedule
Excellent consulting skills and proven record of achievement and delivery
Flexible in approach and comfortable with working in a changing environment
Proven ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting demands
Strong personal values, including a commitment to professional and ethical behaviour
Collegiate worker with high emotional intelligence, able to quickly establish good working relationships with new colleagues
Ability to develop a strong network of contacts in the life insurance industry
Ability to both generate proposition ideas and successfully bring solutions to the current client base
Ability to mentor and coach others
Willing and able to travel where necessary
Core Responsibilities:
Providing high quality support and advice to our insurance and reinsurance clients both in the UK and globally
Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, building a strong network of contacts in the life insurance industry
Identifying and developing further consultancy opportunities with new and existing clients
Delivering to clients as a subject matter expert in the key areas of your experience
Collaborating across the business, particularly with the investment and risk transfer specialists in the firm, to deliver on cross-practice projects
Helping to promote insurance offerings to a wider audience, which includes conference speaking and writing articles
Developing and shaping new investment propositions to take to clients and prospects.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15569
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: London, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Additional benefits
Posted: 2024-08-30 15:40:16
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Job Description:
Our client, a UK leading investment and pensions consultancy, are looking to recruit an experienced actuarial analyst to join their firmwide Actuarial Technical Team, to be based in either their Glasgow, Edinburgh or London office.
This person will be responsible for checking actuarial calculations and communicating results to team members and members of the client teams, contributing to improving the efficiency of processes as well as developing junior members of the team.
Typical work might include actuarial valuation calculations, funding updates, transfer values, accounting disclosures, risk transfer calculations and GMP equalisation.
Desirable Skills/Experience:
Proven defined benefit actuarial experience.
This role would also be an option for actuarial students who might be looking to move away from a consultancy role and focus on more technical aspects.
Support for those sitting the IFoA examinations is available for those who wish to continue sitting these exams.
Good/advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
An understanding of the legislative framework and structure of defined benefit pension schemes, commensurate with the level of experience in pensions actuarial work
Technical ability to follow, understand and develop processes
Active team player who can communicate effectively
Keenness to enhance and refine processes where necessary
Accurate and organised
Ability to monitor, prioritise and deliver own workload
Proactive in raising conflicting demands on time and adaptable in these situations
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Logical thinker
The ability to support and train more junior members of the team
Core Responsibilities:
Liaison with other technical team members and internal client teams to effectively scope out work and check all necessary data processing, calculation and statutory reporting work for the Company's DB pension scheme clients.
This will be carried out in line with an agreed process.
Review scheme information, i.e.
benefit summary, benefit changes, previous valuation data etc.
Use Firm's bespoke valuation systems to check actuarial valuations and run individual and global checks on the output.
Work with the other members of the team and people in the wider business on ad-hoc projects to improve efficiency and develop processes.
Working with more junior team members and helping to develop their actuarial knowledge and skillsets.
Take responsibility for maintaining knowledge on relevant industry changes which impact on day-to-day work.
Flexibility to travel to the other offices on an occasional basis.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15697
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: London, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Additional benefits
Posted: 2024-08-30 15:03:26
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Job Description:
This role can be based in London, Edinburgh, or Glasgow.
Are you a nearly/newly qualified consultant with experience in actuarial work? Our client, a highly successful financial services firm has a great opportunity available to join their Insurance and Financial Services team on a permanent basis.
You will have the opportunity to get involved in a diverse range of projects, particularly in the areas of risk and capital management, investment strategy, ALM and transactions.
A working knowledge of UK Regulatory requirements is essential for this role.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Good general knowledge of UK regulatory requirements - particularly in relation to one or more of Matching Adjustment, Internal Model or other risk calibrations, liquidity risk management, investment strategies, Part VII transfers.
Experience in insurance focussed actuarial work, either ‘in-house' at an insurer or reinsurer, or in consulting.
Sound grounding in actuarial techniques and strong IT skills, experience of computer programming or modelling is desirable.
Appreciation of risk management frameworks typically used by insurance businesses.
Experience of planning projects and track record of delivering work on schedule.
Dependent on experience, but likely to be newly or nearly qualified UK actuaries or hold another professional or quantitative risk qualification.
Self-starter, who is able to drive a project forward, sometimes with limited guidance.
Proven ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting demands.
Collegiate worker with high emotional intelligence, able to quickly establish rapport with new colleagues.
Flexible in approach and comfortable with working in a changing environment.
Enthusiasm for developing a strong network of contacts in the life insurance industry.
Proven commitment to continuous professional development.
Ability to bring solutions to the current client base.
A strong track record of achievement and delivery.
Ability to successfully delegate to less experienced colleagues.
Strong personal values, including a commitment to professional and ethical behaviour.
Willingness and ability to travel where necessary.
Core Responsibilities:
Developing and maintaining a good relationship with nominated clients, building a strong network of contacts in the insurance industry.
Providing high quality support to insurance and reinsurance clients both in the UK and globally, either on a consulting basis or via secondment to the client, delivering projects on time and within budget.
Helping to promote insurance offerings to a wider audience, including presenting at conferences and involvement in drafting thought leadership.
Identifying and developing further consultancy opportunities with new and existing clients.
Collaborating across the business, particularly with the digital teams, to deliver on cross-business unit projects.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15718
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: Glasgow, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-08-30 14:59:23
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Job Description:
Our client, a leading financial services firm, have an exciting opportunity for an Actuarial Consultant to join their team in either Edinburgh, London, Glasgow, or Birmingham.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Professional qualification (or part-qualification) in pensions (e.g.
APMI, AFPC or IFoA).
Educated to at least A' level/Scottish Higher level or with demonstrable equivalent experience - ideally an Honours Degree holder.
Experience of operating successfully in a previous consultancy role or else have experience of leading and advising UK pension funds within a complex pension's environment in a Trustee Executive or Pension Scheme Management role.
Technical competence and solid understanding of the legislative framework for UK pension schemes including disclosure requirements and statutory reporting requirements.
Have some broader experience in areas such as corporate transactions, risk transfer, liability management exercises, pensions aspects of sale agreements, or dealing with the practical aspects of bulk transfers.
Understand related employee benefits issues to advise clients on strategy and liaise effectively with other disciplines within the Firm.
Strong influencing skills and ability to positively and sensitively work with senior stakeholders.
Strong organisational and analytical skills, with the ability to deal with ambiguity and rapid change.
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders with varying objectives.
Ability to find ways of solving or pre-empting problems.
Ability to align people behind a vision and motivate them to achieve it.
Good written communication skills.
Core Responsibilities:
Leading (or supporting) on strategic and technical aspects related to wind ups, e.g.
comparing scheme factors to insurer factors, carrying out winding up lump sum exercises, inputting into funding reserves and providing surplus balance sheets.
Helping to develop the Scheme wind ups proposition, build relationships within the team and share ideas.
Working collaboratively as part of the team in the preparation of advice including reviewing/checking calculations undertaken by more junior team members, and peer review of client work for other colleagues.
Providing oversight and direction when both planning for and carrying out scheme wind up projects.
Encourage effective communication within client teams to support the delivery of work and understanding of client commercials.
Provide leadership, role modelling and mentoring to all members of the client team, including helping to proactively identify and uncover client development opportunities and/or potential threats and weaknesses.
Prospecting for future wind-up cases and helping them plan for their end game.
Prepare client invoices within the internal deadlines and subject to internal procedures.
Leading on several wind-up projects including being the direct contact for the trustees/working party and liaising with other relevant stakeholders.
Delivering training to clients.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15759
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: London, England
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-08-30 14:56:55
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Job Description:
Are you a qualified actuary and knowledgeable on UK DB pension schemes?
Our client, a leading financial services firm, has an exciting opportunity for an Actuarial Consultant to join their team on a permanent basis.
The role can be based in London, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Birmingham.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Good understanding of the legislative framework for UK pension schemes, including all aspects of the Pensions Act 1995, disclosure requirements and statutory reporting requirements.
Fellow of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (or equivalent recognised actuarial qualification) with relevant pensions experience.
Scheme Actuary certificate not required.
Broad experience in areas such as corporate transactions, risk transfer, liability management exercises, pensions aspects of sale agreements, or dealing with the practical aspects of bulk transfers.
Able to undertake the statutory actuarial calculations required in readiness for sign off by a Scheme Actuary.
Core Responsibilities:
Consult with client contacts to agree budgets and deadlines for work, ensuring necessary service agreements are in place.
Ensure that work prepared by the team meets a high-quality standard of service for clients.
Signing out work in your own name where applicable or ensuring that statutory actuarial calculations are prepared in readiness for sign off by the Scheme Actuary.
Work collaboratively as part of the team in the preparation of advice including reviewing/checking calculations undertaken by more junior team members, and peer review of client work for other colleagues.
Encourage effective communication within client teams to support the delivery of work and understanding of client commercials.
Build strong relationships with clients at all levels as appropriate, ensuring that we have sufficient breadth and depth of relationships with the client to deliver our core services to the levels expected.
Understanding client needs to provide solutions and develop client accounts.
Prepare client invoices within the internal deadlines and subject to internal procedures.
Undertaking project work or acting as champion for new service initiatives.
Pitching for new business.
Deliver high quality advice working within a client team.
Develop internal and external networks.
Provide leadership, role modelling and mentoring to all members of the client team, including helping to proactively identify and uncover client development opportunities and/or potential threats and weaknesses.
Participating in the management, mentoring, and training of more junior staff.
Contributing to the technical knowledge of the practice via continuing professional development and peer review of colleagues' work.
Managing the delivery of our core services efficiently and in line with agreed utilisation and recovery objectives.
Prepare work that meets professional and internal requirements, seeking advice from colleagues whenever any doubt arises on technical or client matters.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15752
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: London, England
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-08-30 14:55:50
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Job Description:
Juniper Partners Limited is an independent company providing a range of professional services to investment trust companies listed on the London Stock Exchange.
Juniper are currently looking to appoint a company secretary based in either their Edinburgh or Dundee office.
The role will be responsible for company secretarial services for a number of our investment trust clients.
The role will involve working closely with colleagues in our investment trust accounting and administration teams and will require engagement with client Boards, investment managers and other service providers.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small but ambitious team based across offices in Edinburgh and Dundee.
We seek to combine our professional responsibilities to our clients with responsibility for managing our own business and its development.
We would welcome interest from people who might enjoy working with us to help our clients and to develop our business further.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Experience providing company secretarial support to UK listed investment trusts and companies.
A law degree, recognised accountancy qualification (CA / ACCA / CIMA), and/or ICSA qualified; OR
Significant, practical experience in company secretarial services.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and exercise professional judgment.
Core Responsibilities:
Preparation of comprehensive Board papers and minutes.
Oversight of Interim and Annual Reports.
Liaising with AIFMs, Investment Managers, and client Boards.
Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
Managing statutory company secretarial records and announcements.
Organising AGMs and other general meetings.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
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Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15769
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-08-29 14:53:15
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Job Description:
Juniper Partners Limited is an independent company providing a range of professional services to investment trust companies listed on the London Stock Exchange.
Juniper are currently looking to appoint a company secretary based in either their Edinburgh or Dundee office.
The role will be responsible for company secretarial services for a number of our investment trust clients.
The role will involve working closely with colleagues in our investment trust accounting and administration teams and will require engagement with client Boards, investment managers and other service providers.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small but ambitious team based across offices in Edinburgh and Dundee.
We seek to combine our professional responsibilities to our clients with responsibility for managing our own business and its development.
We would welcome interest from people who might enjoy working with us to help our clients and to develop our business further.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Experience providing company secretarial support to UK listed investment trusts and companies.
A law degree, recognised accountancy qualification (CA / ACCA / CIMA), and/or ICSA qualified; OR
Significant, practical experience in company secretarial services.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and exercise professional judgment.
Core Responsibilities:
Preparation of comprehensive Board papers and minutes.
Oversight of Interim and Annual Reports.
Liaising with AIFMs, Investment Managers, and client Boards.
Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
Managing statutory company secretarial records and announcements.
Organising AGMs and other general meetings.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
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Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15769
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-08-29 14:51:56
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Job Description:
Are you seeking your next Fund Accountant role within the financial services sector? If this sounds like you, we have a great opportunity for you!
Our client, a global financial services business based in Glasgow, is recruiting for a Fund Accountant to join their team.
You will ideally be a Qualified/ Part Qualified accountant or qualified by experience.
Skills/Experience:
Qualified/ Part Qualified ACCA/CIMA/CA accountant or qualified by experience
Experience gained in financial services and/or practice
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
High degree of accuracy, ability to multitask
Ability to work to tight deadlines
Core Responsibilities:
Calculation of daily Net Asset Values (NAV's) - this involves P&L analysis, review position and cash reconciliations, reporting any trading issues to our clients
Review monthly capital movements
Analyse performance and review income/expense journals for validity
Reviewing and finalise month end P&L and balance sheet in preparation for client sign off
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15652
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
INDPERM ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Glasgow, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-08-26 15:50:18
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Job Description:
Our client, one the UK's leading pensions investment consultancies, is looking for an Administration Consulting Analyst to join their team.
The successful candidate will support the delivery and implementation of value-adding pensions administration projects to all of their existing and new clients.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Educated to degree level or has relevant equivalent experience.
APMI or working towards this.
Comprehensive experience working in pensions operations and administration in the UK.
Detailed and up to date knowledge of legislation relating to both DB and DC pension arrangements.
Experience of data cleanse and rectification exercises plus undertaking complex calculations.
Strong analytical skills (essential).
Intermediate or advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Experience of managing projects to deadlines, high quality standards, scope and cost.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated in the ability to engage with clients, colleagues and peers successfully across different functions and levels within the organisation nationally
Able to effectively present and communicate complex findings and make recommendations to scheme trustees and non-technical audiences
Core Responsibilities:
Works closely with pensions administration client teams nationally to analyse requirements, help to determine the scope of a project and assist with its successful delivery, in line with the client's expectations.
Delivers assigned pensions administration related services and projects to a portfolio of TPA client projects.
Acts as a point of reference on non-standard project cases.
Supports new business activities to acquire new project and bespoke client admin work, as appropriate
Completes all tasks in accordance with project plan timescales.
Committed to continuous improvements in the delivery of work.
Monitors time spent to ensure profitability of assignments.
Adheres and contributes to the professional standards and quality systems of the firm e.g.
peer review process, model quality and other best practice notes, advice and practice frameworks.
Adheres to the firm's Information Security standards, policies and procedures.
Responsible for drafting and reviewing project reports and presenting results and recommendations to colleagues or directly to clients.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15254
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
INDPERM ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2024-08-26 14:45:41
