My clients are a sizeable group with over seventy employees but remain a small and personable collective of likeminded professionals who really care about the clients they service.
I am currently looking to recruit an Investment Support Specialist to join their well-established office on the northeast outskirts.
Role Purpose
To provide dedicated support to the Investment Director in managing the Discretionary Fund Management (DFM).
This role is essential for enhancing operational efficiency, ensuring compliance, and improving client service.
The specialist will assist with portfolio management, client reporting, compliance, administrative duties, and specific tasks related to AREA Passive Plus, Blended Income MPS, and active and passive AMPS.
Key Accountabilities
Portfolio Management Support
Monitor and rebalance client portfolios
Conduct research and analysis for investment decisions
Prepare investment performance reports and presentations
Client Reporting
Generate and distribute regular client reports
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of client communications
Address client inquiries related to portfolio performance and strategy
Compliance and Regulatory Support
Ensure all investment activities comply with regulatory requirements
Assist in the preparation and submission of compliance reports
Stay updated on changes in regulations affecting the DFM
Administrative Duties
Maintain and update client records and investment documentation
Coordinate meetings and communications between the investment Director and clients
Provide general administrative support to the investment Director
Operations and Governance
Assist with operations, ongoing governance and documentation of AREA Passive Plus and Blended Income MPS (e.g. fund sign off sheets, updated switching spreadsheet, assistance with DFM audits, AMPS audits).
FE Modelling
Conduct FE modelling when switching AREA Passive Plus, Blended Income MPS and AMPS
Receive training and become proficient in FE Analytics software
Knowledge Skills and Competencies
Desirable to have Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics or a similarly related field
Achievement of or working towards a Level 4 relevant industry qualification (e.g. CII L4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning).
Previous experience of working within financial services
Reliable and trustworthy, with a high level of integrity and professionalism
Strong communication, research and analytical skills
Proficient in the use of financial software and tools
Strong problem-solving abilities
Self-motivation, resilience and a clear focus on attention to detail and high-quality output
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and build strong relationships and networks, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent organisational skills and able to adapt to changing priorities with strong time management skills and positive outlook
Continual completion of annual CPD in accordance with company and CII requirements
Key Accountabilities
Investment Bulletin
* Assist with investment bulletin research and issuance each month
* Send written communications internally to ensure staff remain updated on DFM/GIP/AMPS
Performance Reporting
* Prepare and distribute quarterly investment performance reports to all staff
Fund Factsheets
* Assist with the production of fund factsheets
GIP Switching
* Facilitate GIP switching via platforms
Investment MI
* Ensure investment MI is accurate and up to date
Platform Research
* Conduct platform related research
Committee Membership
* Come an IC member of DIC, AIC and AREA IC (reparation of pre committee packs for distribution and subsequent discussion)
* Quarterly travel to the Claydon office as required
Documentation and TEP Panel
* Assist with collating documentation centrally and keeping and TEP panel updated
Investment Research
* Assist with investment research for AIC (including Multi Asset funds and buy list)
* Initiate written content for AMPS to issue quarterly updates to invested clients
Blended income MPS
* Conduct ongoing dip-testing to check yield and profile income payment frequency
Benefits
Company social events
Pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid volunteer time
Referral programme
Sick pay
Working from home (post probation)
Salary description
£35000.00 - £40000.00 per year