246 Investment Management jobs in the United Kingdom

Director of Wealth & Investment Management

Location:  City, London

Package: Competitive salary + Bonus + Benefits

Director of Wealth & Investment Management - Company Overview:
My client is a leading wealth management firm, delivering personalised financial advice and comprehensive services in wealth planning, investment management, and lending. Their approach to Wealth & Investment Management is centred on long-term client relationships, preserving and growing wealth, and providing highly tailored solutions. With decades of expertise in Wealth & Investment Management, my client has earned the trust of high-net-worth individuals seeking both security and opportunity.

Director of Wealth & Investment Management - Role Overview:
My client is seeking a Director of Wealth & Investment Management to lead and expand their private banking and investment services. This is a senior appointment with responsibility for strategic leadership, business development, and the delivery of a seamless, client-first experience across all Wealth & Investment Management activities.

Director of Wealth & Investment Management - Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Wealth & Investment Management teams, driving growth and ensuring exceptional client service.
li>Build and maintain strong relationships with high-net-worth clients, delivering bespoke solutions in Wealth & Investment Management.
• Oversee investment, lending, and wealth planning services to align with clients’ objectives.
< i>Develop business strategies to grow assets under management and strengthen my client’s Wealth & Investment Management offering. < i>Work closely with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery of Wealth & Investment Management services.
• Mentor senior relationship managers, promoting a high-performance, client-first culture within Wealth & Investment Management.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements in the delivery of Wealth & Investment Management solutions.

Director of Wealth & Investment Management - Candidate Requirements:

• Significant experience in Wealth & Investment Management or private banking, with a track record in client acquisition and portfolio growth.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing high-performing teams in Wealth & Investment Management.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Broad knowledge of investment strategies, lending, and wealth planning for high-net-worth clients.

Why Join My Client:

• A senior leadership role in a respected wealth management business focused on bespoke Wealth & Investment Management services.
• A culture that values integrity, growth, and long-term client relationships.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits aligned with seniority and performance.

Director of Wealth & Investment Management

The Company:

A well respected and professional financial planning firm with ambitious growth plans.

The Role:

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Client Services Operations who will be based in the Sheffield office of this Wealth Management firm. The role will ensure the smooth running of this office and will be responsible for managing the day-to-day Client operations of the Wealth management / Financial Planning business.

The Head of Client Services Operations will have an understanding of Wealth Management / Financial Planning business and will focus on operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and exceptional service delivery, working with Paraplanning and Financial Administration teams.

The Head of Client Services Operations will have a leadership skill set and strong people management skills with a background in the wealth management sector.

The Head of Client Services Operations will optimise daily client operations to ensure seamless and efficient client delivery, including investment administration, client servicing, and paraplanning.

The Head of Client Services Operations will identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and client satisfaction. Drive team performance by ensuring delivery against agreed KPIs, maintaining accountability and high standards.

The Head of Client Services Operations will work closely with stakeholders across the wider Wealth Management / Financial Planning business. Proactively identifying and mitigating operational risks by maintaining strong control frameworks and ensuring accurate reporting to relevant governance committees.

The Head of Client Services Operations will ensure that the KPI’s supporting Consumer Duty are embedded in the business through regular reporting and action.

The Head of Client Services Operations will provide direction and mentorship to relevant teams, fostering a strong focus on delivering outstanding client service.

Operate as a senior leader with responsibility for both people management and broader Wealth Management business performance.

The Candidate

7 years experience within Client Services Operations within Wealth Management or Financial Planning sector.

Team management / Leadership experience is absolutely essential for this role - having either managed a Client Services, Investment Administration or Paraplanning team (or similar).

A good understanding of the Consumer Duty regulation. The ability to understand and oversee relevant FCA requirements.

Ability to operate at a senior level and work closely with business stakeholders to ensure to ensure procedures, and guidelines continue to meet appropriate industry standards

Able to manage and lead effectively with colleagues at all levels with a growth mindset.

Ambitious and highly communicative.

Our client is an AIFM global asset manager

As a key member of the Compliance team the individual will be required to undertake a varied role and will primarily be responsible for assisting the team to achieve their goals and ambitions. The role can include (but not limited to) assisting with reviewing financial promotions and marketing material to ensure the firm meets its regulatory responsibilities, working with the team on undertaking the Compliance Monitoring Programme, and helping or leading on regulatory change projects

Key Responsibilities/ Accountabilities

• Undertake testing in line with the Compliance Monitoring Programme, working with the business on issues identified to ensure they are reported, and remediation is completed where needed. Review and develop the program to ensure regulatory risks are captured
• Ensure potential conflicts of interest are reviewed and appropriately escalated and recorded in line with Policies and Procedures
• Assist in the development of policies and the establishment of reviews of procedures and policies where needed
• Develop relationships with all relevant internal and external parties (such as ACD, custodians and various fund boards and committees), to ensure a culture of continuous improvement
• Be responsible for reviewing, recording and approving day-to-day compliance requests such as:
• PA Dealing
• Gifts and Benefits
• Outside business interests
• Assist the team by undertaking KYC, identification and sanction screening checks where required
• Assist the business by providing regulatory guidance where required
• Stay informed of regulatory developments and how they would impact on the business
• Carry out other duties and projects as and when required in line with team objectives

Skills & Experience

• The job holder will have gained around 2 years’ experience within the Compliance function of an AIFM
• Experience of AIFMD regulations
• An understanding of MiFID II and UCITS, SMCR and private equity would be ideal

Looking for a Financial Controller to join the team within an Investment Management firm, supporting the wider finance function, investment team and the MD.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and supervise the accounting processes and, working in partnership with the external SPV administrators and accounting firms, produce accurate and timely information, in particular focusing on:
• Quarterly accounts and investor reporting;
• Transaction and deal support.
• Monitor and review transactions including capital calls, distribution calculations and notices;
• Review management fee and carry calculations;
• Assist with forecasting of liquidity requirements for SPV entities;
• Ensure robust controls around cash movements from SPVs, including working with the asset manager/ property manager to correctly monitor and report cashflows in relation to underlying properties;
• Maintain, establish and implement financial and information reporting systems and comply with reporting frameworks (e.g., IFRS, FRS102) and other relevant legislation.
• Develop an understanding of investment holding structures and ensure these are maintained correctly.
• Work with SPV administrators, accounting firms and auditors for a successful and timely completion of the annual audits by providing support to the external auditors throughout the audit process and carrying out a thorough review of the financial statements for all SPVs.
• Work with the SPV administrators to ensure investors receive timely financial information and reporting.
• Work alongside the Asset Manager/ property manager in relation to financial and compliance matters Management Company group entities
• Supervise and coordinate the external accounting firms in the preparation of the quarterly management accounts, budgets, cash flow forecasts, corporation tax and VAT returns.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a top University, ideally Mathematics, Sciences, Engineering, Economics or related disciplines
• 0-2 years PQE working for an investment manager and/or advisory firm, with some of this likely spent in real estate.
• Qualified ACA/ ACCA/ CA

Our client is an AIFM global asset manager

As a key member of the Compliance team the individual will be required to undertake a varied role and will primarily be responsible for assisting the team to achieve their goals and ambitions. The role can include (but not limited to) assisting with reviewing financial promotions and marketing material to ensure the firm meets its regulatory responsibilities, working with the team on undertaking the Compliance Monitoring Programme, and helping or leading on regulatory change projects

Key Responsibilities/ Accountabilities

• Undertake testing in line with the Compliance Monitoring Programme, working with the business on issues identified to ensure they are reported, and remediation is completed where needed. Review and develop the program to ensure regulatory risks are captured
• Ensure potential conflicts of interest are reviewed and appropriately escalated and recorded in line with Policies and Procedures
• Assist in the development of policies and the establishment of reviews of procedures and policies where needed
• Develop relationships with all relevant internal and external parties (such as ACD, custodians and various fund boards and committees), to ensure a culture of continuous improvement
• Be responsible for reviewing, recording and approving day-to-day compliance requests such as:
• PA Dealing
• Gifts and Benefits
• Outside business interests
• Assist the team by undertaking KYC, identification and sanction screening checks where required
• Assist the business by providing regulatory guidance where required
• Stay informed of regulatory developments and how they would impact on the business
• Carry out other duties and projects as and when required in line with team objectives

Skills & Experience

• The job holder will have gained around 2 years’ experience within the Compliance function of an AIFM
• Experience of AIFMD regulations
• An understanding of MiFID II and UCITS, SMCR and private equity would be ideal

Looking for a Financial Controller to join the team within an Investment Management firm, supporting the wider finance function, investment team and the MD.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and supervise the accounting processes and, working in partnership with the external SPV administrators and accounting firms, produce accurate and timely information, in particular focusing on:
• Quarterly accounts and investor reporting;
• Transaction and deal support.
• Monitor and review transactions including capital calls, distribution calculations and notices;
• Review management fee and carry calculations;
• Assist with forecasting of liquidity requirements for SPV entities;
• Ensure robust controls around cash movements from SPVs, including working with the asset manager/ property manager to correctly monitor and report cashflows in relation to underlying properties;
• Maintain, establish and implement financial and information reporting systems and comply with reporting frameworks (e.g., IFRS, FRS102) and other relevant legislation.
• Develop an understanding of investment holding structures and ensure these are maintained correctly.
• Work with SPV administrators, accounting firms and auditors for a successful and timely completion of the annual audits by providing support to the external auditors throughout the audit process and carrying out a thorough review of the financial statements for all SPVs.
• Work with the SPV administrators to ensure investors receive timely financial information and reporting.
• Work alongside the Asset Manager/ property manager in relation to financial and compliance matters Management Company group entities
• Supervise and coordinate the external accounting firms in the preparation of the quarterly management accounts, budgets, cash flow forecasts, corporation tax and VAT returns.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a top University, ideally Mathematics, Sciences, Engineering, Economics or related disciplines
• 0-2 years PQE working for an investment manager and/or advisory firm, with some of this likely spent in real estate.
• Qualified ACA/ ACCA/ CA

Investment & Asset Management, Living Sectors

Associate / Senior Associate

London West End

I am working with a global leader in their search for an Investment & Asset Manager. This is a versatile, and holistic role which combines the full deal cycle, and analysis, alongside proactive value add asset management.

As such, it is a brilliant fit for a candidate seeking a varied role which encompasses the full real estate lifecycle - who is both transaction minded and numerate, both also enjoys strategically added value to assets.

Every team member of this company enjoys an autonomous and agile environment, but combined with excellent sources of capital and an established track-record.

About The Role

Investment Analysis & Execution

• Analyse and underwrite potential acquisitions and development opportunities for seniors housing.
• Conduct detailed financial modelling, including valuations, pro forma cash flow analyses, and return assessments.
• Participate in the full transaction cycle, including market research, due diligence, structuring, and closing.

Asset Management

• Collaborate with the Asset Management and Investment team leaders to optimize portfolio performance.
• Conduct site visits to evaluate property operations, marketing, and sales processes, identifying and addressing issues or opportunities with operational partners.
• Monitor and evaluate local market conditions to influence pricing strategies and drive occupancy.
• Assist in reviewing monthly operator performance, variance analyses, and strategic planning.

Strategic Collaboration & Presentation

• Partner with internal teams to analyse demographics and psychographics of target markets.
• Prepare and present investment committee materials, highlighting underwriting, risks, due diligence, and transaction strategies.
• Develop and implement business plans, budgets, and financial analyses to support strategic objectives.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or similar business or analytical field required.
• Established relevant work experience in commercial real estate or healthcare investing, lending, investment banking, or investment sales.
• Proficiency in real estate modeling including valuations, returns, and waterfall distributions
• Intermediate/Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel required
• Strong analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills.

What This Firm Offer

• Competitive Base Salary + Annual Bonus
• Pension Scheme + Profit Sharing Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Comprehensive and progressive Medical/Dental/Vision options
• Professional Growth
• And much more!

Investment & Asset Management, Living Sectors

Associate / Senior Associate

London West End

I am working with a global leader in their search for an Investment & Asset Manager. This is a versatile, and holistic role which combines the full deal cycle, and analysis, alongside proactive value add asset management.

As such, it is a brilliant fit for a candidate seeking a varied role which encompasses the full real estate lifecycle - who is both transaction minded and numerate, both also enjoys strategically added value to assets.

Every team member of this company enjoys an autonomous and agile environment, but combined with excellent sources of capital and an established track-record.

About The Role

Investment Analysis & Execution

• Analyse and underwrite potential acquisitions and development opportunities for seniors housing.
• Conduct detailed financial modelling, including valuations, pro forma cash flow analyses, and return assessments.
• Participate in the full transaction cycle, including market research, due diligence, structuring, and closing.

Asset Management

• Collaborate with the Asset Management and Investment team leaders to optimize portfolio performance.
• Conduct site visits to evaluate property operations, marketing, and sales processes, identifying and addressing issues or opportunities with operational partners.
• Monitor and evaluate local market conditions to influence pricing strategies and drive occupancy.
• Assist in reviewing monthly operator performance, variance analyses, and strategic planning.

Strategic Collaboration & Presentation

• Partner with internal teams to analyse demographics and psychographics of target markets.
• Prepare and present investment committee materials, highlighting underwriting, risks, due diligence, and transaction strategies.
• Develop and implement business plans, budgets, and financial analyses to support strategic objectives.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or similar business or analytical field required.
• Established relevant work experience in commercial real estate or healthcare investing, lending, investment banking, or investment sales.
• Proficiency in real estate modeling including valuations, returns, and waterfall distributions
• Intermediate/Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel required
• Strong analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills.

What This Firm Offer

• Competitive Base Salary + Annual Bonus
• Pension Scheme + Profit Sharing Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Comprehensive and progressive Medical/Dental/Vision options
• Professional Growth
• And much more!

The Compliance Manager will oversee and strengthen compliance processes within the financial services industry, ensuring adherence to regulatory frameworks.

Client Details

Mid-sized investment management firm.

Description

• To provide a proactive and technical service to the business on the interpretation and guidance of the FCA's rules (and any other relevant regulatory or legal issues that may apply);
• To provide impact assessment and gap analysis for any new FCA initiatives;
• Contribute to and take the lead in regulatory change and business change projects as required;
• 'Local' Consumer Duty and Product Governance Champion/SME for Compliance and Compliance lead for Vulnerable Customers;
• Compliance lead for SMCR and TC;
• Maintenance and improvement of Compliance policies in line with best practice and engagement with the business to ensure the embedding of said policies;
• Coordinate and deliver Compliance training, including induction training.

Profile

A successful Compliance Manager should have:

• Ability to interpret complex regulations and relay them practically to the business.
• Experience in interpretation and implementation of regulatory change within a business environment.

Job Offer

• Circa 75,000 equivalent salary, dependant on experience.
• Opportunity to work within a structured and professional environment in London.
• Chance to advance your career in the financial services industry.

If you are an experienced Compliance Manager looking to make an impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity in London.