Front Office Risk and Control Officer London (GB) • Edinburgh (GB) LGT Wealth Management UK LLP is a UK-based partnership, wholly owned by the private banking group LGT, which is in turn owned by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein. When we set up LGT Wealth Management in 2008, our aim was to offer a fresh approach to wealth management. Alongside the LLP we also have two other entities which focus on US and Jersey based clients. Our head office is based in London however we have a presence in Edinburgh, Jersey, Leeds, Birmingham and Bristol. The plan was simple: put our clients first by providing a transparent service, designed around what is right for each of them. By drawing together in-depth knowledge and experience from across the industry, we provide a flexible, bespoke service adapted to each of our clients' needs. Our mission is to create long-term value for all stakeholders. Our culture encourages individuals to generate, develop and implement ideas which will strengthen our business. Belonging, respect, integrity, conviction and entrepreneurship are our core values. As our brand recognition grows, we are fast becoming an employer of choice in our sector. We have over £29 billion in funds under management and circa 700 staff. Business Unit: Sitting within the Front Office, the role of the Front Office Risk & Control Team is to help ensure that good client outcomes are being achieved, and portfolios are being correctly managed in line with relevant regulatory standards, internal policies, and procedures. Brief Role Objective: The Front Office Risk & Control Officer will report into the Head of Front Office Risk & Control, with a strong focus on Suitability for our Discretionary Management Service and Wealth Planning Service. The Team also provide support to strategic initiatives and day-to-day issues which may arise - within both the Front Office function and wider business. Monitoring will include a combination of pre-planned assurance work together with dealing with ad hoc queries and requests for information. The role holder is expected to be passionately focused on good client outcomes and the prevention of foreseeable harms. Key Responsibilities: Support the design and upkeep of the Team's monitoring processes to ensure adherence with key regulatory requirements and internal policies, procedures, group standards. Complete regular monitoring tasks (including Suitability), in line with the Team's monitoring plan. A key focus of this role will include monitoring in relation to our Discretionary Management Services and Wealth Planning Services (e.g. pension accumulation, retirement planning, inheritance tax planning). Support the production and ongoing development of effective MI / KPIs (at business, team, and individual level) to monitor ongoing competence, adherence to policies and procedures, and to demonstrate that the right client outcomes are being achieved. Support the resolution of any breaches of client mandates. Support production of periodic reports to Boards and Committees as required. Support Front Office staff and key stakeholders across the business, acting as a key contact for first line Suitability matters. Strong collaboration and sharing of best practice with teams within the Front Office and the wider business, including Risk & Compliance. Support the delivery of key Front Office Risk & Control initiatives - developments within the team, with a focus on efficiency, intelligent use of data and, where appropriate, help introduce automation. To coordinate and provide Suitability related training as agreed. Your profile Key Skills and Technical Requirements: Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience. Experience of working in a discretionary or advisory investment management environment with a focus on Retail investors. Awareness of the current financial services environment. Relevant industry or professional Compliance qualification. Other Skills and Attributes: Strong knowledge and application of FCA Suitability requirements; and good knowledge of FCA conduct of business rules as they relate to both discretionary portfolio management and wealth planning services. Strong knowledge and awareness of the relevant rules and guidance of the JFSC and SEC. Client centric. Investment focused - good understanding of client investment needs; a working knowledge of fixed income, equity and cash type instruments, investment concepts and characteristics. Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork - an ability to build and nurture relationships with a diverse range of personalities at a variety of different levels in addition to leading a team. Strong presentation and communication skills. Strong negotiation and influencing skills: capable of representing the client which may necessitate constructively challenging Investment Managers / Wealth Planners. Attention to detail and strong focus on accuracy of information. Self-confident and able to influence effectively. Self-motivated. Interested in the role? Complete the online application. We look forward to getting to know you. Discover more about LGT Wealth Management A message from our CEO Ben Snee, Chief Executive Officer welcomes you to LGT Wealth Management. Hear more about our commitment to sustainability and what makes LGT a great place to work. Our company Company news
Jun 27, 2025
Full time
Front Office Risk and Control Officer London (GB) • Edinburgh (GB) LGT Wealth Management UK LLP is a UK-based partnership, wholly owned by the private banking group LGT, which is in turn owned by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein. When we set up LGT Wealth Management in 2008, our aim was to offer a fresh approach to wealth management. Alongside the LLP we also have two other entities which focus on US and Jersey based clients. Our head office is based in London however we have a presence in Edinburgh, Jersey, Leeds, Birmingham and Bristol. The plan was simple: put our clients first by providing a transparent service, designed around what is right for each of them. By drawing together in-depth knowledge and experience from across the industry, we provide a flexible, bespoke service adapted to each of our clients' needs. Our mission is to create long-term value for all stakeholders. Our culture encourages individuals to generate, develop and implement ideas which will strengthen our business. Belonging, respect, integrity, conviction and entrepreneurship are our core values. As our brand recognition grows, we are fast becoming an employer of choice in our sector. We have over £29 billion in funds under management and circa 700 staff. Business Unit: Sitting within the Front Office, the role of the Front Office Risk & Control Team is to help ensure that good client outcomes are being achieved, and portfolios are being correctly managed in line with relevant regulatory standards, internal policies, and procedures. Brief Role Objective: The Front Office Risk & Control Officer will report into the Head of Front Office Risk & Control, with a strong focus on Suitability for our Discretionary Management Service and Wealth Planning Service. The Team also provide support to strategic initiatives and day-to-day issues which may arise - within both the Front Office function and wider business. Monitoring will include a combination of pre-planned assurance work together with dealing with ad hoc queries and requests for information. The role holder is expected to be passionately focused on good client outcomes and the prevention of foreseeable harms. Key Responsibilities: Support the design and upkeep of the Team's monitoring processes to ensure adherence with key regulatory requirements and internal policies, procedures, group standards. Complete regular monitoring tasks (including Suitability), in line with the Team's monitoring plan. A key focus of this role will include monitoring in relation to our Discretionary Management Services and Wealth Planning Services (e.g. pension accumulation, retirement planning, inheritance tax planning). Support the production and ongoing development of effective MI / KPIs (at business, team, and individual level) to monitor ongoing competence, adherence to policies and procedures, and to demonstrate that the right client outcomes are being achieved. Support the resolution of any breaches of client mandates. Support production of periodic reports to Boards and Committees as required. Support Front Office staff and key stakeholders across the business, acting as a key contact for first line Suitability matters. Strong collaboration and sharing of best practice with teams within the Front Office and the wider business, including Risk & Compliance. Support the delivery of key Front Office Risk & Control initiatives - developments within the team, with a focus on efficiency, intelligent use of data and, where appropriate, help introduce automation. To coordinate and provide Suitability related training as agreed. Your profile Key Skills and Technical Requirements: Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience. Experience of working in a discretionary or advisory investment management environment with a focus on Retail investors. Awareness of the current financial services environment. Relevant industry or professional Compliance qualification. Other Skills and Attributes: Strong knowledge and application of FCA Suitability requirements; and good knowledge of FCA conduct of business rules as they relate to both discretionary portfolio management and wealth planning services. Strong knowledge and awareness of the relevant rules and guidance of the JFSC and SEC. Client centric. Investment focused - good understanding of client investment needs; a working knowledge of fixed income, equity and cash type instruments, investment concepts and characteristics. Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork - an ability to build and nurture relationships with a diverse range of personalities at a variety of different levels in addition to leading a team. Strong presentation and communication skills. Strong negotiation and influencing skills: capable of representing the client which may necessitate constructively challenging Investment Managers / Wealth Planners. Attention to detail and strong focus on accuracy of information. Self-confident and able to influence effectively. Self-motivated. Interested in the role? Complete the online application. We look forward to getting to know you. Discover more about LGT Wealth Management A message from our CEO Ben Snee, Chief Executive Officer welcomes you to LGT Wealth Management. Hear more about our commitment to sustainability and what makes LGT a great place to work. Our company Company news
Front Office Risk and Control Officer London (GB) • Edinburgh (GB) LGT Wealth Management UK LLP is a UK-based partnership, wholly owned by the private banking group LGT, which is in turn owned by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein. When we set up LGT Wealth Management in 2008, our aim was to offer a fresh approach to wealth management. Alongside the LLP we also have two other entities which focus on US and Jersey based clients. Our head office is based in London however we have a presence in Edinburgh, Jersey, Leeds, Birmingham and Bristol. The plan was simple: put our clients first by providing a transparent service, designed around what is right for each of them. By drawing together in-depth knowledge and experience from across the industry, we provide a flexible, bespoke service adapted to each of our clients' needs. Our mission is to create long-term value for all stakeholders. Our culture encourages individuals to generate, develop and implement ideas which will strengthen our business. Belonging, respect, integrity, conviction and entrepreneurship are our core values. As our brand recognition grows, we are fast becoming an employer of choice in our sector. We have over £29 billion in funds under management and circa 700 staff. Business Unit: Sitting within the Front Office, the role of the Front Office Risk & Control Team is to help ensure that good client outcomes are being achieved, and portfolios are being correctly managed in line with relevant regulatory standards, internal policies, and procedures. Brief Role Objective: The Front Office Risk & Control Officer will report into the Head of Front Office Risk & Control, with a strong focus on Suitability for our Discretionary Management Service and Wealth Planning Service. The Team also provide support to strategic initiatives and day-to-day issues which may arise - within both the Front Office function and wider business. Monitoring will include a combination of pre-planned assurance work together with dealing with ad hoc queries and requests for information. The role holder is expected to be passionately focused on good client outcomes and the prevention of foreseeable harms. Key Responsibilities: Support the design and upkeep of the Team's monitoring processes to ensure adherence with key regulatory requirements and internal policies, procedures, group standards. Complete regular monitoring tasks (including Suitability), in line with the Team's monitoring plan. A key focus of this role will include monitoring in relation to our Discretionary Management Services and Wealth Planning Services (e.g. pension accumulation, retirement planning, inheritance tax planning). Support the production and ongoing development of effective MI / KPIs (at business, team, and individual level) to monitor ongoing competence, adherence to policies and procedures, and to demonstrate that the right client outcomes are being achieved. Support the resolution of any breaches of client mandates. Support production of periodic reports to Boards and Committees as required. Support Front Office staff and key stakeholders across the business, acting as a key contact for first line Suitability matters. Strong collaboration and sharing of best practice with teams within the Front Office and the wider business, including Risk & Compliance. Support the delivery of key Front Office Risk & Control initiatives - developments within the team, with a focus on efficiency, intelligent use of data and, where appropriate, help introduce automation. To coordinate and provide Suitability related training as agreed. Your profile Key Skills and Technical Requirements: Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience. Experience of working in a discretionary or advisory investment management environment with a focus on Retail investors. Awareness of the current financial services environment. Relevant industry or professional Compliance qualification. Other Skills and Attributes: Strong knowledge and application of FCA Suitability requirements; and good knowledge of FCA conduct of business rules as they relate to both discretionary portfolio management and wealth planning services. Strong knowledge and awareness of the relevant rules and guidance of the JFSC and SEC. Client centric. Investment focused - good understanding of client investment needs; a working knowledge of fixed income, equity and cash type instruments, investment concepts and characteristics. Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork - an ability to build and nurture relationships with a diverse range of personalities at a variety of different levels in addition to leading a team. Strong presentation and communication skills. Strong negotiation and influencing skills: capable of representing the client which may necessitate constructively challenging Investment Managers / Wealth Planners. Attention to detail and strong focus on accuracy of information. Self-confident and able to influence effectively. Self-motivated. Interested in the role? Complete the online application. We look forward to getting to know you. Discover more about LGT Wealth Management A message from our CEO Ben Snee, Chief Executive Officer welcomes you to LGT Wealth Management. Hear more about our commitment to sustainability and what makes LGT a great place to work. Our company Company news
Jun 27, 2025
Full time
Front Office Risk and Control Officer London (GB) • Edinburgh (GB) LGT Wealth Management UK LLP is a UK-based partnership, wholly owned by the private banking group LGT, which is in turn owned by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein. When we set up LGT Wealth Management in 2008, our aim was to offer a fresh approach to wealth management. Alongside the LLP we also have two other entities which focus on US and Jersey based clients. Our head office is based in London however we have a presence in Edinburgh, Jersey, Leeds, Birmingham and Bristol. The plan was simple: put our clients first by providing a transparent service, designed around what is right for each of them. By drawing together in-depth knowledge and experience from across the industry, we provide a flexible, bespoke service adapted to each of our clients' needs. Our mission is to create long-term value for all stakeholders. Our culture encourages individuals to generate, develop and implement ideas which will strengthen our business. Belonging, respect, integrity, conviction and entrepreneurship are our core values. As our brand recognition grows, we are fast becoming an employer of choice in our sector. We have over £29 billion in funds under management and circa 700 staff. Business Unit: Sitting within the Front Office, the role of the Front Office Risk & Control Team is to help ensure that good client outcomes are being achieved, and portfolios are being correctly managed in line with relevant regulatory standards, internal policies, and procedures. Brief Role Objective: The Front Office Risk & Control Officer will report into the Head of Front Office Risk & Control, with a strong focus on Suitability for our Discretionary Management Service and Wealth Planning Service. The Team also provide support to strategic initiatives and day-to-day issues which may arise - within both the Front Office function and wider business. Monitoring will include a combination of pre-planned assurance work together with dealing with ad hoc queries and requests for information. The role holder is expected to be passionately focused on good client outcomes and the prevention of foreseeable harms. Key Responsibilities: Support the design and upkeep of the Team's monitoring processes to ensure adherence with key regulatory requirements and internal policies, procedures, group standards. Complete regular monitoring tasks (including Suitability), in line with the Team's monitoring plan. A key focus of this role will include monitoring in relation to our Discretionary Management Services and Wealth Planning Services (e.g. pension accumulation, retirement planning, inheritance tax planning). Support the production and ongoing development of effective MI / KPIs (at business, team, and individual level) to monitor ongoing competence, adherence to policies and procedures, and to demonstrate that the right client outcomes are being achieved. Support the resolution of any breaches of client mandates. Support production of periodic reports to Boards and Committees as required. Support Front Office staff and key stakeholders across the business, acting as a key contact for first line Suitability matters. Strong collaboration and sharing of best practice with teams within the Front Office and the wider business, including Risk & Compliance. Support the delivery of key Front Office Risk & Control initiatives - developments within the team, with a focus on efficiency, intelligent use of data and, where appropriate, help introduce automation. To coordinate and provide Suitability related training as agreed. Your profile Key Skills and Technical Requirements: Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience. Experience of working in a discretionary or advisory investment management environment with a focus on Retail investors. Awareness of the current financial services environment. Relevant industry or professional Compliance qualification. Other Skills and Attributes: Strong knowledge and application of FCA Suitability requirements; and good knowledge of FCA conduct of business rules as they relate to both discretionary portfolio management and wealth planning services. Strong knowledge and awareness of the relevant rules and guidance of the JFSC and SEC. Client centric. Investment focused - good understanding of client investment needs; a working knowledge of fixed income, equity and cash type instruments, investment concepts and characteristics. Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork - an ability to build and nurture relationships with a diverse range of personalities at a variety of different levels in addition to leading a team. Strong presentation and communication skills. Strong negotiation and influencing skills: capable of representing the client which may necessitate constructively challenging Investment Managers / Wealth Planners. Attention to detail and strong focus on accuracy of information. Self-confident and able to influence effectively. Self-motivated. Interested in the role? Complete the online application. We look forward to getting to know you. Discover more about LGT Wealth Management A message from our CEO Ben Snee, Chief Executive Officer welcomes you to LGT Wealth Management. Hear more about our commitment to sustainability and what makes LGT a great place to work. Our company Company news
Proposition Analyst - 6 month FTC Edinburgh (GB) LGT Wealth Management UK LLP is a UK-based partnership, wholly owned by the private banking group LGT, which is in turn owned by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein. When we set up LGT Wealth Management in 2008, our aim was to offer a fresh approach to wealth management. Alongside the LLP we also have two other entities which focus on US and Jersey based clients. Our head office is based in London however we have a presence in Edinburgh, Jersey, Leeds, Birmingham and Bristol. The plan was simple: put our clients first by providing a transparent service, designed around what is right for each of them. By drawing together in-depth knowledge and experience from across the industry, we provide a flexible, bespoke service adapted to each of our clients' needs. Our mission is to create long-term value for all stakeholders. Our culture encourages individuals to generate, develop and implement ideas which will strengthen our business. Belonging, respect, integrity, conviction and entrepreneurship are our core values. As our brand recognition grows, we are fast becoming an employer of choice in our sector. We have over £29 billion in funds under management and circa 700 staff. Business Unit: We provide investment management and financial planning services to a wide range of Private Clients, Charities and institutional investors, both direct and via Financial Advisers, across the globe for a fair price. We define, develop and manage proposition in line with the wider business plan. This encompasses the full proposition lifecycle: idea generation, market and client research, design, internal governance and approvals, input to marketing and distribution activity through to ongoing management. The team ensures a strong commercial focus underpins all proposition activity. We work across a wide range of business areas including: front office, legal, compliance & risk, client service, investments, finance, business development and change. Brief Role Objective: The Proposition Analyst supports the management and development of the LGT Wealth Management proposition. Specifically it is their role to support the team with the creation of the components and service proposition that enable the Front Office and Business Development teams to effectively serve distribution channels, client types and geographic regions. Key Responsibilities: Supports the team with the definition and delivery of all proposition work, working closely with the Head of Proposition and key stakeholders within LGT Wealth Management. Ensures a strong commercial focus underpins all proposition activity. Ensures all activities are aligned with the LGT Wealth Management strategy. Helps respond to client and distribution feedback via the Front Office and Business Development teams to ensure the design and ongoing management of the Discretionary proposition. Supports in resolving proposition issues and escalating more significant issues to the Head of Proposition with a view on appropriate courses of action, having taken input from the relevant subject matter experts. Helps ensure new propositions are developed following appropriate processes and the required governance routes. This includes representing at the required governance committees. Operational and regulatory risks in relation to the proposition are actively managed on an on-going basis; this includes regular proposition reviews. Good industry knowledge, demonstrating an understanding of competitor propositions and trends influencing the future direction of the industry. Part of the LGT Wealth Management Proposition team. Reports to the Head of Proposition Management & Development. Expected to support the team on new proposition developments and changes to existing propositions and deliver to time cost and quality. This includes completing the required level of governance and providing technical input into the proposition. Support the management of the existing proposition including compliance with the FCA Consumer Duty. Able to represent on projects which have an impact on the proposition. Able to liaise independently and confidently with key stakeholders across LGT Wealth Management and LGT Group as required. Your profile Good understanding of investment management and/or investment management environments an advantage. Specific experience of supporting the management and development of propositions. Experience of working with Front Office professionals an advantage. Proven track record in a proposition or product development role. Experience of delivering within a change / project environment. Ability to influence at all levels and across functions to gain Executive support. Good organisational skills. Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills. Regulatory knowledge from both a product and private client perspective. Specific knowledge of the FCA Consumer Duty would be an advantage. Self-motivated and committed to meeting the needs of clients. Flexible; can handle a balance of tactical activities and more strategic priorities and reacts positively to change. Cross-functional appreciation and ability to work with a wide range of teams and individuals. Interested in the role? Complete the online application. We look forward to getting to know you. Discover more about LGT Wealth Management A message from our CEO Ben Snee, Chief Executive Officer welcomes you to LGT Wealth Management. Hear more about our commitment to sustainability and what makes LGT a great place to work. Our company Company news
Jun 27, 2025
Full time
Proposition Analyst - 6 month FTC Edinburgh (GB) LGT Wealth Management UK LLP is a UK-based partnership, wholly owned by the private banking group LGT, which is in turn owned by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein. When we set up LGT Wealth Management in 2008, our aim was to offer a fresh approach to wealth management. Alongside the LLP we also have two other entities which focus on US and Jersey based clients. Our head office is based in London however we have a presence in Edinburgh, Jersey, Leeds, Birmingham and Bristol. The plan was simple: put our clients first by providing a transparent service, designed around what is right for each of them. By drawing together in-depth knowledge and experience from across the industry, we provide a flexible, bespoke service adapted to each of our clients' needs. Our mission is to create long-term value for all stakeholders. Our culture encourages individuals to generate, develop and implement ideas which will strengthen our business. Belonging, respect, integrity, conviction and entrepreneurship are our core values. As our brand recognition grows, we are fast becoming an employer of choice in our sector. We have over £29 billion in funds under management and circa 700 staff. Business Unit: We provide investment management and financial planning services to a wide range of Private Clients, Charities and institutional investors, both direct and via Financial Advisers, across the globe for a fair price. We define, develop and manage proposition in line with the wider business plan. This encompasses the full proposition lifecycle: idea generation, market and client research, design, internal governance and approvals, input to marketing and distribution activity through to ongoing management. The team ensures a strong commercial focus underpins all proposition activity. We work across a wide range of business areas including: front office, legal, compliance & risk, client service, investments, finance, business development and change. Brief Role Objective: The Proposition Analyst supports the management and development of the LGT Wealth Management proposition. Specifically it is their role to support the team with the creation of the components and service proposition that enable the Front Office and Business Development teams to effectively serve distribution channels, client types and geographic regions. Key Responsibilities: Supports the team with the definition and delivery of all proposition work, working closely with the Head of Proposition and key stakeholders within LGT Wealth Management. Ensures a strong commercial focus underpins all proposition activity. Ensures all activities are aligned with the LGT Wealth Management strategy. Helps respond to client and distribution feedback via the Front Office and Business Development teams to ensure the design and ongoing management of the Discretionary proposition. Supports in resolving proposition issues and escalating more significant issues to the Head of Proposition with a view on appropriate courses of action, having taken input from the relevant subject matter experts. Helps ensure new propositions are developed following appropriate processes and the required governance routes. This includes representing at the required governance committees. Operational and regulatory risks in relation to the proposition are actively managed on an on-going basis; this includes regular proposition reviews. Good industry knowledge, demonstrating an understanding of competitor propositions and trends influencing the future direction of the industry. Part of the LGT Wealth Management Proposition team. Reports to the Head of Proposition Management & Development. Expected to support the team on new proposition developments and changes to existing propositions and deliver to time cost and quality. This includes completing the required level of governance and providing technical input into the proposition. Support the management of the existing proposition including compliance with the FCA Consumer Duty. Able to represent on projects which have an impact on the proposition. Able to liaise independently and confidently with key stakeholders across LGT Wealth Management and LGT Group as required. Your profile Good understanding of investment management and/or investment management environments an advantage. Specific experience of supporting the management and development of propositions. Experience of working with Front Office professionals an advantage. Proven track record in a proposition or product development role. Experience of delivering within a change / project environment. Ability to influence at all levels and across functions to gain Executive support. Good organisational skills. Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills. Regulatory knowledge from both a product and private client perspective. Specific knowledge of the FCA Consumer Duty would be an advantage. Self-motivated and committed to meeting the needs of clients. Flexible; can handle a balance of tactical activities and more strategic priorities and reacts positively to change. Cross-functional appreciation and ability to work with a wide range of teams and individuals. Interested in the role? Complete the online application. We look forward to getting to know you. Discover more about LGT Wealth Management A message from our CEO Ben Snee, Chief Executive Officer welcomes you to LGT Wealth Management. Hear more about our commitment to sustainability and what makes LGT a great place to work. Our company Company news