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Put into action your full leadership arsenal and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit while enjoying the most magnificent city in the world, London. The fastest growing firm in the UK is not looking to follow in the steps of others but are carving out their own path, quickly earning a reputation as industry leaders within financial services circles. They prioritize helping a wide range of businesses succeed by delivering diverse service lines to fast-growing businesses across the globe. To maximize their clients' potential, they are hiring and developing top leaders worldwide. Currently, their Financial Services Audit team is ready to elevate their performance and needs senior leaders to shape and drive the service line. The Asset Management & Capital Markets team is seeking a Senior Manager to oversee assurance services and maximize team potential. You will lead business development and practice management alongside the Partner, and your responsibilities include: Leading client audits within financial services, supported by Managers on large engagements Ensuring profitability through budgeting, WIP control, and billing Leading client pitches and securing new business through sales and marketing activities Representing the firm at networking and marketing events as needed Setting business strategy with the partner to develop new opportunities and supporting strategy communication and implementation This firm values work-life balance, encouraging you to enjoy London, spend time with family, and maintain personal well-being. However, success requires dedication and hard work. You will be considered for this role if you have: ACCA/ACA/CPA qualification or equivalent internationally Extensive management experience from a top global firm Deep understanding of the Financial Services sector, with experience in Asset Management, Capital Markets, Banking, or Insurance Experience in developing talent within and beyond the audit team Proven success in building high-performing teams through mentoring, recruiting, and retention For more information or to apply, please send your updated CV quoting reference TE13231 and the job title to . We will retain your information to match future vacancies unless you request removal. We respect your privacy; view our Privacy Statement . Due to high application volume, we may not respond to all applicants if they do not meet the specified criteria.

Citi is a world-leading global bank. We have approximately 200 million customer accounts and a presence in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions worldwide. We provide consumers, corporations, governments, and institutions with a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, transaction services, and wealth management. We enable clients to achieve their strategic financial objectives by providing them with cutting-edge ideas, best-in-class products and solutions, and unparalleled access to capital and liquidity. Citi Belfast is one of the largest employers in Northern Ireland with a diverse and talented team of over 4000 people from over 68 different nationalities across our four Belfast offices. We are the only global investment bank operating in Northern Ireland. Every day, our local experts interact with global teams in over 100 countries developing and supporting next-generation technology solutions for the enterprise and delivering critical services to the bank and its customers, to make sure we are a stronger and safer organization for our clients. You will have a truly global reach, which will provide you with new experiences and development opportunities right here in Belfast's iconic Titanic Quarter. Citi Global Markets provides world-class solutions and an unmatched global presence. We serve corporates, institutional investors and governments from trading floors in almost 80 countries. The strength of our underwriting, sales and trading and distribution capabilities span asset classes (Commodities, Equities, Rates, Spread Products) and currencies, providing us with an unmatched ability to meet the needs of our clients. Markets Governance & Control works with the Markets businesses and functions including Compliance, Operational Risk and Internal Audit, to support identification, evaluation and management of operational and compliance risks in Markets Sales and Trading businesses. The 1st Line of Defence (1LOD) Markets Controls Testing team is part of Markets Governance & Control, and is responsible for execution of a comprehensive, risk-based programme of control testing covering all Markets businesses globally. The primary mission of the 1LOD Markets Controls Testing team is to support Management in its continuous monitoring of its control framework and residual risk profiles, thereby supporting responsible provision of financial services to clients and effective risk management for the firm. The Global Markets Control Testing Programme Head leads and directs a team of approximately 40 controls testing professionals responsible for supporting the above responsibilities, with breadth and depth on control testing planning and execution. This position reports to the Global Markets Control Testing Programme Head, within the Markets Governance & Control Team; and is a strategic- and execution-oriented leadership role accountable for end-to-end control testing of controls owned by the Markets Front Office - which includes scoping, execution management, results reporting and providing remedial control advice to senior Markets stakeholders. Excellent management and communication skills are required to negotiate internally, frequently at a senior level. Developed communication and diplomacy skills are required to guide, influence, and convince others, in particular colleagues in other areas. Accountable for controls testing results and advising business and function partners regarding control execution. Necessitates a degree of responsibility over technical strategy. Responsible for supporting the Global Markets Control Testing Programme Head on handling staff management issues, including resource management and allocation of work within the team/project. Responsibilities: Work with Management on governance andthe facilitation of the execution of the Manager Control Assessment (MCA,i.e Risk & Control Self-Assessment) as required by the MCA Standard including the assessment andappropriate approval of risk associated with business changes. Accountable for the quality, completeness, and accuracy of the implementation of the Control Framework, including Risk Control Policy, Control Standard, Issue Management Policy, Lesson Learned Policy and Control Inventory. Ensure the identification of issue root cause, partnering with control and processowners to recommend holistic corrective actions and improvements, provide check andchallenge to ensure appropriate escalation in according with Issue Management and Escalation Policies. Direct teams in the implementation of the Lessons Learned Policy, including monitoring of control breaches anddissemination and learnings across other business units for process improvement to limit theoccurrence of similar future events and where similar risk exposure might exist. Support management in the review and challenge process, within the FLUs, on the effective design and management ofcontrols to mitigate risks as required by the Control Standards, including implementation andoperation, conducting the control monitoring, handling deficiencies, and escalating issues forresolution. With management, direct teams on the timeliness, accuracy and completeness of the MCA through controls prior to theexecution of a process (QC). Assess, with management, the adherence to the MCA Standard through controls after the execution of a process (QA). Assist management in exercising control over Operational and Compliance Risk in accordance with established Policy requirements. Help management allocate resource to identify, assess, escalate, and manage risk exposures across Risk Categories (Operational Compliance, Strategic, Reputational, etc), including material, emerging and concentration risks in accordance with enterprise Policies and the establishment of Key Indicators to monitor risk exposures. Assess, with management, Risk Appetite and monitor / assess exposures against this in accordance with enterprise requirements (if applicable). Take ownership to identify, assess, record and response to Operational and Compliance Risk events, ensuring these are captured accurately, timely and in accordance with requirements. Responsible that adequate governance and training are in place to support management of Risk profiles. Assess, with management, the risks associated with New Activities and changes to the Business, ensuring these are well understood and adequately controlled (if applicable). Support management on operational risk scenario analysis and stress testing for Operational Risk Capital requirements. Be responsible of risk and control assessments or coordination for programs within various risk stripes and ensure sufficient subject matter expertise exists to enable management of these risks within the Business (e.g. third party, fraud, sanctions etc) (if applicable). Take ownership to ensure that risk and control responsibilities and accountabilities are embedded within FLUs, including providing training and leading by example. Assist management in guiding and influencing standards and procedures that conform to enterprise requirements and support sound operational and compliance risk management. Apply knowledge of the business, products or services to identify and implement control points and processes throughout the business. Qualifications: Relevant experience within Risk and Control/ Markets. Familiarity with 3rd party risk models. Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills SQL, Perl or Python, Matlab or R, Excel VBA. Database administrator experience is a plus. Education: Bachelor's/University degree, Master's degree preferred. What we'll provide you: By joining Citi, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as: 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) A discretional annual performance related bonus Private Medical Care & Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Pension Plan Paid Parental Leave Special discounts for employees, family, and friends Access to an array of learning and development resources Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self, every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay and empowered to thrive. Job Family Group: Risk Management Job Family: Business Risk & Control Time Type: Full time Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi . . click apply for full job details

Practice Lead, Business Unit Control - Banking & Markets page is loaded Practice Lead, Business Unit Control - Banking & Markets Apply remote type Hybrid locations London, United Kingdom time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R142977 About Northern Trust: Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889. Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world's most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. Role/ Department: The First line of Defense (1LOD), Business Unit Control Practice Lead will support the execution of 1LOD efforts regarding NT's risk and control posture, specifically for the organization's Banking and Markets back office and Collateral teams. This role is part of a global risk and control team, where the focus is on managing risk, identifying controls and monitoring activities within the first line for execution of risk and control-related programs. This will be accomplished by oversight on the development and enhancement, execution, and design of various processes to support risk management. The key responsibilities of the role include: Assists the business in advising and overseeing execution of their risk and control processes, including but not limited to risk control self-assessments, audit remediation, loss reporting, and system and processes changes. Provides insights and challenge to the execution of risk and control self-assessments for Banking and Markets and Global Collateral areas, among others, to ensure that the risks and controls are completely and accurately identified, documented and assessed. Work with the Internal Audit team to ensure that identified action plans and remediating actions are appropriate to mitigate the identified risk and achieve the objectives of audit's observations. Review remediation work performed to ensure implementation was complete, accurate and timely to address the identified issues, including regular tracking, reporting and oversight of remediation. Manages and oversee account servicing losses for supported teams, including ensuring appropriate root cause actions have been identified, documented and resolved, as needed. Assist the business to assess system and process changes for feasibility of execution, identification of risks and appropriate controls. Maintain relationships with key personnel throughout the organization and across the lines of defense to ensure program execution is achieving desired results. Work with 1LOD stakeholders to understand their roles and responsibilities related to risk, resiliency and control and ensure that accountability for process and control operation is understood. Escalates gaps identified from risk and control assessments and other advising work in a timely and effective manner. Provides training and support to business unit leaders and other stakeholders on risk and control programs, responsibilities and desired outcomes. Determines quality objectives, standards, and levels, with input from stakeholders, to establish the basis for quality outcomes. Skills/ Qualifications: The successful candidate will benefit from having: Experience in working across lines of defense to execute risk and control programs in order to completely identify, assess, manage and treat risk. Experience in identifying, documenting, testing and reviewing controls to ensure they are designed and operating appropriately to mitigate identified risks. Experience developing reporting, and effectively and efficiently communicating program status and outcomes at different levels of the organization (i.e., from individual contributor to Management) Experience leading multiple priorities and managers in program execution, escalation and oversight. Demonstrated understanding of business and technology operations, resources, priorities, and policies. Ability to adapt to changing priorities in an evolving environment. Ability to lead teams and develop / maintain relationships with stakeholders from various lines of business and functional areas. In-depth knowledge of Financial Services' business capabilities, applications, processes and infrastructure required to deliver end-to-end capability. Substantial experience in designing, executing and leading risk control self-assessments and other control programs. Deep knowledge of risk and control self-assessment programs, control testing, root cause reviews and other area requiring critical thinking. Experience developing and presenting reporting to various stakeholder groups. Substantial experience building and cultivating relationships across the three lines of defense in order to maintain quality execution of risk and control-related programs. Working with Us: As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve! Join a workplace with a greater purpose. We'd love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world's most admired and sustainable companies! Build your career with us and apply today. Reasonable accommodation Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at . We hope you're excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people. Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater. Similar Jobs (2) Change Business Analyst, Banking & Markets locations London, United Kingdom time type Full time posted on Posted 5 Days Ago Capital Markets Regulatory Change Specialist locations London, United Kingdom time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago A global financial leader with more than 22,000 employees in 23 locations worldwide, Northern Trust empowers our employees to achieve more than just business goals. Our focus on work-life balance, career mobility and unique opportunities are just a few of the reasons we've been named one of the world's most admired companies. Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center or call 1- (North America), - (Asia Pacific), (India), (0) (Europe, Middle East and Africa) and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Equal Employment Opportunity Statements APAC/INDIA EEO STATEMENT It is the policy and practice of Northern Trust to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Northern Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or age. All employment decisions will be made in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our obligations under the law and codes of practice. This includes human resources' decisions relating to recruitment, terms and conditions of employment, transfers, promotions and access to learning and development. Northern Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and other employment decisions at Northern Trust are made without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, ethnic origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation, record of offences, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance. EMEA EEO STATEMENT It is the policy and practice of Northern Trust to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Northern Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or age. All employment decisions will be made in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our obligations under the law and codes of practice. This includes human resources' decisions relating to recruitment, terms and conditions of employment, transfers, promotions and access to learning and development. USA EEO STATEMENT It is the policy of The Northern Trust Company to afford equal opportunity in all phases of employment without regard to an individual's age, race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy . click apply for full job details

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Location: London Other locations: Primary Location Only Requisition ID: At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and cutting-end technologies to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. With high-profile corporate fraud and regulatory non-compliance cases at the forefront of the news, it is more important than ever for businesses to maintain the authoritative knowledge it takes to investigate, detect, prevent and monitor for risks. Additionally, with the growing volumes of disparate data, advancement in AI technologies and increasing global regulatory scrutiny coupled with changing regulations, it is critical for businesses to accelerate intelligent decision making, continue to adopt AI technologies and build more efficient finance, legal and compliance functions. The opportunity EY's Forensic Data Analytics (FDA) team is a growing global, AI and data-focused group within the Forensic & Integrity Servicesdepartment.We work across all lines of businesses in Financial Services (FS) industry with a specific focus on Financial Crime, Fraud, Legal and Regulatory domain. This role will combine extensive FS industrial experience, analytical skills and deep understanding Data and AI capabilities to help our clients in dealing with their complex issues. Whether it is designing, implementing or ideating technology solutions we need the very best people to join us and strengthen our team to achieve our ambitious targets. Your key responsibilities We will expect you to have experience across all four areas of our leadership expectation: clients, business, team and personal. This will enable you to lead our teams, manage our clients and complex assignments, grow our business in a commercial way which adheres to our values, and inspire others through your own behaviours.We're interested in passionate leaders, with the intellectual curiosity to actively pursue new knowledge in the rapidly changing world of data and AI. Naturally you'll need a strong background in the various data engineering and data science and AI tooling to assist in achieving our goals. Skills and attributes for success Client Management and Business Development: Develop/maintain productive relationships with client management including C Suite executives. Develop new business development initiatives, go to market campaigns, sales sprints, leading end-to-end bid processes, engagement delivery and knowledge management with a proven experience of achieving sales targets greater than £1m per year. Stay informed of the client's industry, and recognise key performance drivers, business trends, and emerging technical/industry developments. Strong problem solving skills to support clients on a comprehensive range of issues in relation to financial crime, fraud, regulatory and compliance, litigation and other adverse events in the Financial Services industry across Banking and Capital Markets, Insurance and Wealth and Asset Management sectors. Engagement Delivery and People Management: Lead complex Data and AI-led assignments, review the work prepared by the engagement teams to ensure that it meets EY's quality standards and the client's expectations. Monitor engagement progress to manage and mitigate risks and resolving any issues that may arise during the project. Ensure successful completion of project objectives within timescales and budget. Direct management of senior client stakeholders, investigators, internal and external auditors, lawyers and regulatory authorities during sensitive and sometimes adversarial situations. Lead the development of training, recruiting, resourcing projects, and/or other practice-wide needs to create a positive work and learning culture. Define best practices, processes, and standards to ensure realisation of measurable improvement in value, effectiveness, efficiency and quality of services delivered to clients. To qualify for the role you must have Financial Services industry, focused on financial crime, forensics, fraud, legal and regulatory compliance End to end data engineering and data science life cycle including data discovery, ETL, data analysis/machine learning, data visualisation/reporting and latest Gen AI and Agentic AI technologies Leading large and complex data and AI-driven programmes and innovating reusable tech solutions through problem solving Developing and mentoring data engineering and data science teams Ideally, you'll also have Previous Big 4 and large consulting firms experience is an advantage. What we look for We're not just looking for strong technical skills - we're interested in people that can nurture relationships, both internal and external, and are committed to intimately understanding our clients' needs. If you're looking to become part of elite group of data engineers and data scientists where you'll make a measurable difference across some of the most prestigious businesses around, this role is for you. What we offer Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build. Apply now. Please note; Prior to finalizing your application, you will be asked to provide personal information across several dimensions of diversity and inclusiveness. The information you provide is kept entirely confidential and will not be used to evaluate your candidacy. We collect this data to help us analyse our recruitment process holistically and implement actions that promote diversity and inclusiveness. While optional, we encourage you to provide this information to hold us accountable towards our goal of building a better working world. Read more about our commitment to diversity& inclusiveness here . We ask because it matters! Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients.

Job Description At Aberdeen, our ambition is to be the UK's leading Wealth & Investments group. Strengthening talent and culture is one of our strategic priorities. We strive to make Aberdeen a great place to work so that we can attract and retain the industry's best talent. Our people put our stakeholders at the heart of everything they do by helping us to make a positive difference to the lives of our clients, customers, colleagues, shareholders, and society. We are focused on growing our direct and advised wealth platforms and repositioning our specialist asset management business to meet client demand. We are committed to providing excellent client service, supported by leading technology and talent. Aberdeen comprises three businesses, interactive investor (ii), Investments, and Adviser, each of which focuses on meeting and adapting to our clients' evolving needs: interactive investor, the UK's second largest direct-to-consumer investment platform, enables individuals in the UK to plan, save, and invest in the way that works for them. Our Adviser business provides financial planning solutions and technology for UK financial advisers, enabling them to create value for their customers. Our Investments business is a specialist asset manager that focuses on areas where we have both strength and scale to capitalise on the key themes shaping the market, through either public markets or alternative asset classes. About the Department The Adviser business provides support, expertise and technology for financial advisers in the UK to bring value for their businesses and their clients. The ambition of the Adviser business is to be the easiest partner that advisers will do business with, and our purpose is to help advisory businesses thrive, so they can help their customers prosper. We will achieve our ambition by focusing on three things: helping advisers do business their way, making it easy and putting our strength to work for them. About the Team We're committed to a product operating model where teams are empowered, autonomous, and accountable, giving you the freedom to innovate and own solutions from concept to delivery. Join a forward-thinking team at the heart of Aberdeen Adviser business, where we lead the end-to-end design, discovery, and delivery of cutting-edge digital products and services for Financial Advice firms. If you're passionate about delivering real impact, our focus on customer and business outcomes will give you the opportunity to make a tangible difference. You'll be part of a team that values collaboration, autonomy, and a growth mindset, helping us stay at the forefront of the market as we design digital experiences that supercharge advice firms to delight their clients. About the Role We are looking for a very talented and knowledgeable Data Governance Manager to ensure we adopt and deliver best practice data governance across the Adviser business, and with our clients. They will take a pragmatic approach to ensure we understand and appropriately adopt the latest data governance and wider financial services rules and regulations, whilst enabling us to embrace the latest technology. This role will play a critical part in shaping our evolving data strategy, building trust with our clients, driving data-driven decision-making and supporting innovation within the company to facilitate growth. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity, security, and effective management of an organisation's data assets. They will be responsible for developing and implementing data governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure data quality and compliance with regulatory requirements. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders, including IT, legal, and business units, to establish data standards and best practices. Additionally, they oversee data stewardship activities, conduct data audits, and provide guidance on data-related issues to support strategic decision-making and enhance the overall data management capability of Aberdeen Adviser. This opportunity is perfect for an ambitious data governance expert who wants to make their mark on the way our business operates, is comfortable with senior stakeholder interaction across multiple teams, and can collaborate and mentor more junior data professionals. Key Responsibilities: Work with Head of Change and Head of Data and Analytics to evolve and implement our data governance strategy. Continuously improve data governance practices by staying updated with industry trends and emerging technologies. Ensure key data policies (e.g. Quality, Privacy, Security, lifecycle, etc.) and documents are in place and understood by the business. Work to ensure the Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF) is maintained with all controls and issues, delivering or tracking actions to completion providing ownerships across all data governance aspects Ensure compliance with internal and external data governance, regulatory and security policies (e.g. GDPR, ISO, etc.). Work closely with all stakeholders, managing them effectively and ensuring timely and informative communication. Support the business to become fully data literate. Mentor junior team members and the wider business community. About the Candidate The ideal candidate will possess the following: Knowledge of data governance regulations (e.g., GDPR, ISO) and application in Financial Services with wider regulations (e.g., COBS, Consumer Duty). understanding of the Microsoft ecosystem, including Azure, Power BI, and Fabric. Financial services experience (Preferred). Awareness of core coding techniques. Exceptional data governance knowledge. Outstanding communication and organisation skills. Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Advocate for continuous learning and development. Skilled in mentoring data professionals and key business stakeholders. Extensive experience in data governance roles, including data quality management, data privacy, and regulatory compliance. Significant experience in data and analysis roles, including C-suite and Senior leadership stakeholder management. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. Our benefits There's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days' annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits - including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits here. Our business Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas - our vectors of growth - focused on our clients' changing needs. You can find out more about what we do here. An inclusive way of working Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, we'd like to hear from you. At Aberdeen we've adopted a 'blended working' approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. An inclusive culture, where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements - for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability - please let us know and we'll be happy to help. We're committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all forms of difference are valued and which is free from any form of unfair or unlawful treatment. We define diversity in its broadest sense - this includes but is not limited to our diversity of educational and professional backgrounds, experience, cognitive and neurodiversity, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief and ethnicity and geographical provenance. We support a culture that values meritocracy, fairness and transparency and welcomes enquiries from everyone. If you need assistance or an adjustment due to a disability please let us know as part of your application and we will assist.

Alternative Funds Tax - Manager Apply locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R More than you expected Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 73,000 people in over 150 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton. Job Description: Grant Thornton's Alternative Funds Tax team provides tax advisory, transactions and compliance services to alternative funds and their investment managers across all asset classes including private equity, venture capital, private debt, hedge funds, real estate, infrastructure and crypto assets. The team's client portfolio spans the breadth of the asset management sector, serving traditional asset managers, financial services institutions, private equity funds, alternative investors, the real estate sector, wealth managers, hedge funds, UK pension funds, and global institutional investors. We combine technical expertise with a commercial approach, to build a strong trusted adviser relationship with our clients. The Alternative Funds Tax team sits as part of the wider Financial Services Tax team, which provides tax services to a variety of clients in the Financial Services market across Wealth and Asset Management; Banking and Capital Markets; and Insurance sectors. We have ambitious growth plans and are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic Manager with strong UK tax compliance experience to join our team in London. The role is compliance-focused but given the dynamic nature of the alternative funds industry, the role will give you the opportunity to work on domestic and international structuring, transactions and advisory projects, in addition to a varied portfolio of tax compliance and investor reporting engagements. You will be responsible for managing the full suite of tax compliance for asset managers and the funds they manage, including trading corporates, trading partnerships, investment partnerships, investor reporting and more. Part of the role will focus on working alongside the partner group in building strong client relationships within the current and target client base. Working in practice means that the job is, by its nature, different every day and we want someone who is actively looking for this challenge. An agile approach to working with different projects and people is therefore essential. We're happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we'll support you to balance your work and life. A look into the role As an Alternative Funds Tax Manager, you will: be given significant exposure to clients, working alongside UK and international asset managers to manage their tax compliance obligations; facilitate a smooth compliance process for clients, including operational matters such as financial management responsibilities, billing and debtor management; manage client relationships and, together with the senior team, deliver solutions on standalone advisory projects; be given early responsibility for producing high quality client deliverables whilst developing your commercial understanding of alternative investment management and the tax issues relevant to the sector; support business development, which is fundamental to our success. You'll be involved in growing the business whether that's through identifying opportunities on existing clients by developing the client relationship or winning new work; have access to the firm's training and development opportunities to broaden your technical and commercial skillsets. You'll have the opportunity to network internally and are afforded a great deal of access to our Partner and Director team; be a role model for junior members of the team, supporting and championing their development and being involved in our coaching and upskilling efforts; work within a high performing, specialist financial services team that will support your development and enable you to thrive. Knowing you're right for us Joining us as a Manager, the minimum criteria you'll need is a professional qualification (CTA / ACA / ACCA or equivalent), and to be confident managing a portfolio of clients. It would be great if you also had some of the following skills, but don't worry if you don't tick every box, we'll help you develop along the way. Strong tax technical skills and an interest in the asset management sector (previous experience of working with one of the alternative asset classes (private equity, venture capital, private credit etc.) is preferred but is not essential). Mix of corporate and partnership tax compliance experience. A track record of leading projects, with a focus on accountability, high quality and timely delivery. Self-motivated and strong team player. Excellent interpersonal skills are required in addition to strong oral and written communication skills. Familiarity with Alpha tax, CCH personal tax, Power BI, Microsoft Office, and other relevant software. Experience of coaching and developing more junior team members. Knowing we're right for you Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential. Our open and accessible culture means you'll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That's why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work. Beyond the job Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you're with outside of work matter, that's why we're happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we'll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance. The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you'll be giving back to society. It's that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firm's values - purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind. We're looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what's right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It's how it should be.

Where you'll fit in & what our team goals are We are seeking your experience as a qualified tax professional to oversee the management of the global tax compliance, tax accounting and reporting obligations of (currently) UK, Jersey and Luxembourg domiciled real estate funds, encompassing all entities within each fund structure. These funds collectively hold a gross asset value of £8 billion, with a primary focus on UK property investments. Your role also includes providing tax support for new product launches, fund mergers and other change initiatives, including implementation of external advisor recommendations and follow through into robust BAU procedures as appropriate. How you'll spend your time Tax Compliance Management Manage and coordinate the timely preparation and submission of the annual UK partnership, trust and corporation tax returns with the appointed tax advisors. Ensure distribution of tax vouchers to investors in line with agreed schedules. Oversight of process for timely submission of VAT returns and payments of VAT to HMRC and overseas tax authorities, and liaison with the Head of Indirect Taxes EMEA and APAC in the group tax team on advisory matters and technical queries (the role will also include an element of review of VAT returns and reconciliations). Oversee other UK-specific real estate tax filings such as Non-Resident Landlord (NRL) returns, Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (ATED) and annual exemption election filings under the UK's regime for the taxation of capital gains made by non-UK residents. Assist with technical queries on Construction Industry Scheme matters, liaising with external advisors as appropriate. Manage and coordinate the timely preparation and submission of tax filings for Jersey and Luxembourg fund entities in collaboration with external tax providers. Review and question draft tax filings/returns and tax information to be provided to investors, prepared by appointed tax advisors. Oversee and track tax payments, ensuring all payments to HMRC and other tax authorities are made accurately and on time. Ensure compliance procedures are reviewed and updated as tax laws, regulations and practices change. Ensure that external advisor recommendations regarding tax compliance (ongoing and one-off) are implemented and incorporated into BAU procedures as appropriate. Liaise with advisors to ensure funds are compliant with global transfer pricing obligations including preparation of appropriate reports/support, updates as required, and meeting any filing obligations. Ensure any other ad hoc tax compliance requirements are met on a timely basis, working with the Real Estate Investments Operations team, the group tax team and external advisors as appropriate. Tax Reporting Liaise with appointed tax advisors to ensure tax provisions (including deferred tax) are prepared/reviewed for all vehicles as required. Liaison with Tax Authorities Liaise with HMRC as required to deal with routine compliance matters in a timely and appropriate manner. Liaise with external advisors in non-UK jurisdictions to ensure routine compliance is dealt with in a timely and appropriate manner. Liaise with external advisors to manage the conduct of tax audits and enquiries in timely and appropriate manner. Tax Advisor Oversight Ensure that tax advisors/agents are appointed on all fund vehicles with deadlines, project timelines, quality standards and budgets agreed. Act as the primary liaison point with tax advisors, building and maintaining strong working relationships to resolve queries and ensure smooth tax administration. Provide effective oversight and challenge of external tax providers, ensuring deliverables meet agreed deadlines, project timelines, quality standards and budgets. Project Support Reporting to the Lead Tax Advisor, provide tax advisory support for new product launches, fund mergers and other change initiatives. Governance Comply with Columbia Threadneedle Investments' published tax strategy and internal tax policy. Support with internal and external audits. Contacts and Relationships Work closely on a day-to-day basis with the Real Estate Investments Operations team, based in Swindon. Liaise with the Property Investments team, based in London. Liaise with the Columbia Threadneedle Investments' group tax team, based in Edinburgh, in relation to matters of overlap with the tax affairs of the Columbia Threadneedle Investments group and other ad hoc matters. Liaise with the Ameriprise international tax team on an ad hoc basis. Training Assist with designing, implementing and delivering ongoing tailored tax training program for the Real Estate Investments Operations Team (and Property Investments Team). To be successful in this role you will have Qualifications and Experience CTA qualified. Solid post-qualification experience in tax (industry or practice). Familiar with real estate funds investing in UK property. Experience of dealing with UK tax compliance for property investment vehicles, with an excellent understanding of and practical application of relevant UK tax legislation, including tax filing and payment requirements. Practical experience of tax reporting and accounting and familiarity with income tax accounting standards. General understanding of the principles of VAT in relation to real estate and UK filing and payment obligations. Some experience of and familiarity with tax compliance requirements for Jersey and Luxembourg-domiciled entities in the context of fund structures is desirable. Experience of and familiarity with the Construction Industry Scheme is desirable. Experience of managing external advisors to ensure delivery of high-quality outputs is desirable. Skills Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects simultaneously. Strong analytical skills with thorough attention to detail. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including ability to communicate complex concepts simply and understandably. Ability to work alone while collaborating effectively with internal and external teams. Willing to take on new challenges and develop new skills and knowledge. About Columbia Threadneedle Investments Working at Columbia Threadneedle Investments you'll find growth and career opportunities across all of our businesses. We're intentionally built to help you succeed. Our reach is expansive with a global team of 2,500 people working together. Our expertise is diverse with more than 650 investment professionals sharing global perspectives across all major asset classes and markets. Our clients have access to a broad array of investment strategies, and we have the capability to create bespoke solutions matched to clients' specific requirements. Columbia Threadneedle is a people business and we recognise that our success is due to our talented people, who bring diversity of thought, complementary skills and capabilities. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace that supports the diversity of our employees and reflects our broader communities and client-base. We appreciate that work-life balance is an important factor for many when considering their next move so please discuss any flexible working requirements directly with your recruiter. Full-Time/Part-Time Full time Worker Sub Type Permanent Job Family Group Finance

Who we are looking for This front office, trading floor role involves generating and researching ideas for signal and strategies for use in automated standalone alpha trading and other areas of eFX, and developing them into production system code. Why this role is important to us The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Markets (SSGM). When owners and managers of institutional assets need research, trading, securities lending and innovative portfolio strategies, they turn to SSGM business unit. As our investment research and trading arm, SSGM's number one goal is to enhance and preserve our clients' portfolio values by applying technology, optimizing trading, and linking asset classes and markets across the world. Join us if making your mark in the capital markets industry from day one is a challenge you are up for. What you will be responsible for As eFX Alpha Strategies Quantitative Analyst, Vice President, you will: Main contributor to on-going enhancements to the eFX Alpha pod's model and strategy backtesting framework (in Java) Contributing to the on-going R&D of the eFX Alpha pod's automated selection and optimization of models and strategies Researching and generating FX market signals for use in standalone risk holding Alpha strategies, and in other eFX business areas Meeting Alpha pod P&L targets, and contributing to Market Making P&L targets Documenting analysis and models so that they are accessible to eFX Quants and, where necessary, to all relevant Risk, Compliance, and Audit teams Individual Contributor Display a culture of individual ownership of tasks to embed a clear individual sense of accountability in performing the role Ensure that the highest level of the Code of Conduct is displayed in your behaviour Provide appropriate management information as required to support business unit decision making Support the 'Risk Excellence' culture within the business Adhere to limits of delegation and escalation procedures required by your manager so that you comply with internal policies and external regulations What we value These skills will help you succeed in this role: Required: extensive professional Java development experience Required: experience in backtesting and simulation of trading strategies in a production environment Required: R&D experience with a variety of automated trading strategies Good to have: Buy-side experience Good to have: Experience with a data analysis & modelling language (e.g. Python, Matlab, etc.) Education & Preferred Qualifications Required: degree in a quantitative discipline (Computer Science included) A post-graduate degree in a quantitative discipline would be a benefit Additional requirements Appreciate that all Alpha strategies must be ethical in intention and implementation Able to anticipate where models and code are susceptible to problems or fragile Able to apply statistical rigour to data analysis Motivated to consider and test multiple hypotheses to explain data Are you the right candidate? Yes! We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don't necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit. About State Street What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients. Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential. Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

About the team You'll be joining the Finance team on an interim basis as Financial Planning & Analysis Manager within the Commercial Finance team. You'll be a part of a fast-growing business that is challenging the market and doing things differently. This is a key role in the Finance team developing and maintaining best in class financial planning, management reporting, and analysis. The FP&A remit is critical in delivering accurate, timely, and concise information to Senior Management and Board to facilitate sound decision-making. The successful candidate will lead key FP&A deliverables with direct access and visibility to the CFO, ExCo, and investors and input into key governance forums such as ALCO, Board, Board Audit Committee, and Board Risk Committee. To fulfill the role successfully, the role holder will need to work closely with cross-functional senior management, UK and Group ExCo, and colleagues within the broader Finance team. And you'll be joining the fastest-growing tech company in the UK, according to Deloitte Fast 50. What you'll do Support robust and timely monthly management information, working alongside the FP&A Reporting Manager, for delivery of key KPI metrics reporting, investor reporting, risk reporting, and management reporting to UK, EU, and Group ExCo and CFOs and CEOs. Maintenance of financial models and preparation of supporting Board packs for delivery of Group consolidated quarterly forecasts and long-term financial plans in collaboration with revenue and cost finance business partners across UK and EU. Provide robust, data-driven insights into business performance against budget, quarterly forecast, and prior period for various governance forums (Board, Investor, and ExCo updates). Capital and Liquidity reporting, forecasting, and analysis to support the Asset & Liability Committee ('ALCO') for Group. Review metrics, targets, and outcomes of our Balance scorecards (UK, EU, and Group) on a quarterly basis and communicate it with relevant senior stakeholders. Support modelling of wind-down plan and stress testing process for the bank, working alongside the Head of Capital and Planning, Head of Prudential Reporting, and key risk owners across the bank to articulate impacts on capital and liquidity under stress scenarios. Support UAT for Workday implementation and continuous improvement of FP&A systems and processes to optimise the efficiency and performance of the function. What you bring A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with years of experience. Able to operate independently with high levels of personal accountability with experience of operating in a dynamic and fast-paced and evolving environment. Demonstrable experience leading a Group FP&A function in a dynamic business environment. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and proficiency in financial modelling and forecasting and ability to translate complex data into strategic insights. Ability to influence and work effectively with senior management and cross-functional teams. Proven track record of managing and engaging stakeholders in an international and multi-cultural environment. Proven track record of continuous improvement and value creation. A little bit more about us! ClearBank is Where You Can belong: At ClearBank, we think about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) a lot. Not because we think we should, but because we know we should - how else can we build a happy workforce and be successful as a business? We're committed to making sure our teams reflect society. And we put energy and effort into making this a place where everyone feels at home, where they're given the trust and encouragement to do their very best work. Here are some of the things we're most proud of: 42% of our senior management roles are held by women. Our enhanced family leave policies. Launching our partnership with Code First Girls. Increasing awareness of neurodiversity in the workplace through our partnership with the Inclusive Group. Our hiring process and what you can expect: Application: A member of our talent acquisition team will review your application against the key requirements for the role and let you know within two weeks whether you're moving forward to the next stage. Screening: You'll spend 30-45 minutes speaking to one of our recruiters learning more about the role and ClearBank, and we'll get to know more about you, your experience, and how your skills align with the role (this will be via phone or Teams video call). You can expect to hear back from us within seven days following this meeting (if things are taking longer than expected, we'll let you know that too). First Interview: You'll spend one hour with a member of our hiring team focusing on your skills, competencies, and your ways of working while we give you time to ask more questions about the role, the team, and learn more about the ClearBank culture. This will be via Teams. Second Interview: This will be a competency-based interview with one or more members of our team. Final Stage: You will have a final meeting with the Head of Department. This will be around 45-60 minutes. Offer: Congratulations! Get ready to transform banking forever! Our commitment to you as a candidate: We will always try our best to get back to you within seven days of your interview whether you've been successful or not and provide you with feedback. Sometimes things take a little longer, so we may not have a decision to share but we will get in touch to let you know we need a little more time. We're unable to provide specific individual feedback at the application or screening stage but know that your application was reviewed and considered carefully. We wish you the best of luck with your application and maybe we'll be celebrating your new role at ClearBank soon! Equal Opportunities ClearBank is committed to ensuring equal opportunities throughout every stage of the recruitment process. ClearBank recognises that diversity is vital to the long-term success of the business in the communities and markets in which it operates. ClearBank is also a firm believer that an inclusive culture fosters greater employee engagement and collaboration. ClearBank strives for diversity and inclusion of all forms, including (but not limited to): gender, age, educational and professional background, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, and sexual orientation. As part of the Company's commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable adjustments to candidates during the recruitment process, including to individuals with disabilities. We want to create a safe space that welcomes everyone, so please let us know how we can accommodate you. In case you have any accessibility requirements, you can share that with our Talent Acquisition team prior to your interview stage, if applicable. The legal bit By submitting your CV to ClearBank Limited, you are providing your consent for us to use the information you provide for recruitment purposes. For more information on how we manage your data, go and check out our Candidate Privacy Notice on the ClearBank website to see how we process, manage, and look after your data. You are also allowing us to communicate with you by email and telephone for recruitment purposes.

Skill Band: Front Office Location: London Type: Permanent Date Posted: 6 Feb 2025 Director, FIC Structuring About the Job The Director, FIC Structuring ("the Role") is responsible for all FIC Structuring activities across both FX, Rates and Credit and the FIC Origination, Structured Solutions and DCM businesses. The Role is responsible for coordinating with Origination, Trading and support functions to deliver well structured financing and risk management solutions for our global clients, shareholders and ICBCS. This will include supporting transactions through ICBCS governance including credit committees, NPSTAC etc. This role will be a Certified Person under the Senior Manager and Certified Person regime and will be expected to comply with regulatory conduct rules under the regime. What you'll be doing Structuring: Proactively work with the FIC global origination teams including the Americas and Asia to develop new products & solutions, to lead to executed transactions, to fulfil client needs and meet bank business objectives. Client needs include structured financing, risk-management, collateral trading, local market access, investment in EM and other credit risk. Bank business objectives include appetite to increase asset base, obtain related term funding, optimize return on regulatory capital, developing risk transfer and distribution methods, develop derivatives and structured financing and collateral trading products. Maintain relationships with professional counterparties to support the above objectives. Develop and maintain relationships with ICBC branches to originate collaborative opportunities. Execution & Process Partner with FIC Trading and Origination to structure and execute transactions involving Derivatives, Structured Credit and Financing products. Ensure all internal approvals are received including credit, legal, finance and compliance and all relevant committees (TAC, NPSTAC, CRMC, Credit Committee and Exco/Board if applicable). Work with Origination to obtain authorization for transactions via the TAC process. Work with Trading to obtain authorization for New Products via the NPP/NPSTAC process. Maintain deal files for Structured Transactions and transaction term sheets and/or descriptions if required. Minimise and monitor operational risk incidents, internal and external transaction audits. Work with relevant support functions to engage with external counsel or advisors supporting a transaction. Conduct Maintain an awareness of and comply with all Anti Money Laundering laws, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to ICBC Standard Bank Uphold the Values of the firm Escalate all significant Regulatory / Compliance issues immediately through appropriate channels Responsible for ensuring all mandatory training is completed Operates within the terms of the SLAs with Standard Bank Group and MOUs with ICBC Group Experience required to successfully perform the role: Proven experience in EM derivatives, structured credit / lending with a proven ability to consistently produce to revenue targets. Ideally, the candidate will have a legal background, although not essential Knowledge, technical skills and expertise Strong Technical expertise across GM products offered by us (Foreign Exchange, Credit, Interest Rate and Equities collateral). Strong understanding of Regulatory environment and working within these parameters. Strong derivative and hedging knowledge within an EM context essential Strong credit structuring and documentation expertise Understanding of PRA and FCA rules and regulations Understanding of capital, risk and control Understanding of IFRS and International Taxation Fluency in Mandarin (or other relevant languages) is preferred but not required Why should you join us? ICBC Standard Bank Plc (ICBCS) is a leading financial markets and commodities bank, driven to deliver the right outcomes for our stakeholders, clients, counterparties and markets. We benefit from a unique Chinese and African parentage and an unrivalled global network and expertise. We're headquartered in London, with operations in Shanghai, Singapore and New York. We're a diverse and close-knit global team. We put people first, giving talented, self-driven professionals the flexibility, rewards and freedom to grow their expertise and realise their potential. Our vison statement, "Be Yourself, Succeed Together" underpins our drive for an open and transparent culture which values difference, enabling everyone to thrive whilst being themselves. We have an active E, D&I forum and we're growing other employee network groups, including for women and neurodiversity. We're committed to the principle of equal opportunities. All applicants will be treated equally and will be considered on their merits and skills without discrimination. What's in it for you? Financial market-based pay based on skills and experience, discretionary annual bonus, pension contribution 10% (employee contribution 5%), travel insurance, life assurance and income replacement insurance. Family - 6 months fully paid maternity leave and enhanced shared parental leave. Coaching for family leave returners and access to emergency care via My Family Care. Miscarriage and menopause policies. Wellbeing - private medical insurance, Bike2Work scheme, health and fitness subsidy, holiday exchange and an Employee Assistance Programme. Community paid volunteering leave and Give As You Earn scheme. Vibrant CSR and engagement forums and fundraising for our charity partners. Development a suite of opportunities to build the skills you need to excel in your role If you're excited about becoming part of our team, get in touch. We'd love to hear from you! ICBCS has appointed Robert Walters Outsourcing (RWO) to manage its recruitment process and Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Unsolicited CVs sent directly to ICBCS or its staff from non-PSL agencies will not be accepted and no fees will be paid for such submissions.

Carta develops purpose-built software that transforms traditional accounting into a powerful growth engine. Carta's world-class fund administration platform supports nearly 7,000 funds and SPVs, and represents nearly $130B in assets under management in venture capital and private equity. Trusted by more than 40,000 companies, Carta also helps private businesses in over 160 countries manage their cap tables, valuations, taxes, equity programs, compensation, and more. Together, Carta is setting a new standard as the end-to-end platform for private markets. Our best-in-class solution for fund management seamlessly integrates investor and portfolio company insights via a suite of tools designed ground-up to support the strategic impact of the fund CFO. You will join our R&D team of learners, builders, experts, and leaders in our Fund Administration group. Our group is building the next generation of software for the venture capital industry. We build software to help new funds launch, investors to track analytics and performance, for fund accountants operating the books and financial records for investment funds ranging from $100k through billions under management, and more. We work on a mix of greenfield opportunities and work informed by metrics. Carta Fund Administration is redefining venture capital operations. Since 2018, our business has grown faster than any other provider in the space. We work with some of the largest venture capital firms in the world, building software to automate managing their investments. As we head deeper into 2024, our goal is to forge the future of how this industry operates and our hammer is engineering. We are building a distributed system that needs to be configurable enough for the most complex of customers. Its responsibilities are wide: money movement, an event-based general accounting ledger, calculating profit waterfalls, rule-based engines for reconciliations and allocations, workflow orchestrations, investment performance tracking, incorporation tooling just to name a few. The international team, based in our London office in Shoreditch is focussed on building for international markets. Our remit is wide, covering the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. You'll be collaborating closely with teams from San Francisco to Singapore, building features for our existing and new international markets. Our mission is to build a platform that scales globally. Who we are We care deeply about our customers: investors, fund managers, CFOs, fund administrators, tax/audit professionals, and others. We are relentless in our pursuit to create leverage for them. We do so by deeply understanding the domain and the jobs to be done. We run towards hard and messy problems. We serve the business, first and foremost, and invest in ourselves and each other in service of that effort. We are owners and that is the only title that matters. We take our work seriously, but not too seriously. We take equal pride in solving complex business problems like automating allocation calculations, as we do contributing to our Slack emoji portfolio. Stand-ups might include discussions on implementation details for a new Kafka event or our favorite microwavable snacks. About You We are looking for candidates with years of professional software development experience, specifically with Python. Additionally, You have strong technical skills and are an excellent collaborator. You like solving for ambiguity: we'll look to you for ideas on how to solve problems. You implement systems large or small that are clear, maintainable, and correct. You are excited by opportunities to both break ground on new projects and provide fresh perspective onto past implementations. You want to build and own your work end-to-end, from the first line of code through initial cohort releases all the way to a full roll out. You are eager to move fast, but recognize when to build for the future. We also look for candidates who are interested in, experienced with, or curious about Accounting or investment management Customer relationship management Tax reporting, financial reporting, and financial auditing Banking and money movement International accounting The Interview Process Carta follows a standard tech startup interview process, where you will meet with a recruiter and hiring manager first. We'll then ask you to show off your skills with a real-world take home exercise (we do not do LeetCode-style interviews, no one will quiz you on writing a doubly-linked list) and virtual interviews. During the process, you can ask questions to people across different parts of the Fund Administration team to learn what kind of work we do and how it lines up with your interests. 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Director, Head Global Markets KYC Apply locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id -WD Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count? Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world's leading financial groups. Across the globe, we're 120,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world. With a vision to be the world's most trusted financial group, it's part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career. Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded. Global Corporate & Investment Banking ("GCIB") is the division responsible for managing the Bank's key international client relationships and main financing products (Syndication, Structured & Project Finance, Securitisation, Working Capital Solutions, ECA financing, etc.). The GCIB Business Management function is responsible for supporting the management and business units within GCIB from, inter alia, a strategic, operational and governance perspective ensuring the business maintains its 'license to operate'. The position is also supposed to assist GCIB management to develop and implement GCIB strategy across EMEA entities. FLoD KYC is set up to support MUFG Bank and Securities business to manage the client KYC for New Business and Periodic assessments thereby enhancing client experience and generating efficiencies. FLoD KYC function for EMEA covers Onboarding, Periodic assessments, Quality Controls, Quality Assurance, Policy & Training along with AML and Shared services functions including BoW management, Screening etc. This individual will work closely with the Head of FLoD KYC, deputising as required. The role will hold a high level of responsibility and exposure to senior management within MUFG Bank, as well as key stakeholders globally. As such strong strategic planning, effective stakeholder management, and the ability to influence at all levels are key. The individual will also be required to support the wider team, as required, on complex issues, volume/capacity management as well as being a key decision maker on KYC procedural/process aspects. This individual will be a key representative and focal point within FLoD KYC team working closely with stakeholders to ensure MUFG understands all associated risks and maintaining the highest standards, whilst managing business needs. In-depth understanding of related regulatory guidance is therefore essential, in addition to comprehension of business processes. A key aspect to this role is the effective resource and capacity management, stakeholder management, and a drive to improve the onboarding service and turnaround times provided to the prospect clients and the business. ROLES, SCOPE and REPORTING STRUCTURE The Head Global Markets (GM) KYC reports into: Head FLoD KYC Head Global Markets (GM) KYC has oversight of approximately 3+ employees. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for Team's delivery: Ensure that all client onboardings and Periodic assessments for Global Markets covering all Primary and Secondary relationships are managed effectively and within the targeted turnaround times. Make sure applicable "Know your Customer" requirements have been met and ensure that the business remained fully compliant with the AML policy and all applicable regulatory requirements. End to End KYC: Role involves managing end to end process for both New Business and periodic assessments including Client Outreach, partnering with second line AML functions, SLA Management, MI, Restrictions/exits etc. Liaison for end to end onboarding: Work closely with end to end onboarding teams and support teams within Tax, Credit, Legal, FCoE and Data to ensure overall TAT is adhered to and enhance client onboarding experience within Securities across MUSE, MUSEU and MUS Asia. Time criticality and Data sensitivity: Able to manage highly time-sensitive new business deals (Incl. Capital Markets, Sales & Trading) and deal effectively with MNPI data for potential new transactions. Audit & Issues Management: Role will be responsible to maintain a strong KYC control environment for the firm with responsibility to resolve all issues within timelines managing the process effectively. As the head of GM KYC, the role is also responsible to ensure audit RFIs are responded to within the agreed timelines and the FLoD KYC function secures a satisfactory audit rating. Capacity planning, Pipeline management and forecasting of volumes: Ensure capacity planning is undertaken and forecasting of volumes is conducted periodically to proactively manage capacity for volume spikes, triggers and expected business growth. Senior Subject Matter Expert (SME): Act as a senior SME within the KYC team in relation to all KYC aspects from processing to specific policy-related queries management. Escalation point for Business: Ensure all escalations from internal and external stakeholders are addressed promptly with response within the agreed TAT, ensuring compliance with AML policy and regulations. Representing KYC Team & Stakeholder engagement: Represent the FLoD KYC Team on KYC matters to key stakeholders including management, compliance, regulators, and auditors where needed. Expectation for this role will be to establish strong stakeholder engagement across all Securities Primary and Secondary Desks and to present clear and concise information confidently at all levels. Ownership of MI preparation for Onboarding: Responsible, alongside the Head of KYC and Lead Data/MI to create, develop, and publish a suite of Management information reports - both regular MI reporting and ad-hoc analysis as and when required. It is essential that the reports published are clear and are produced to a qualitative standard. Training, Development & people management: Carry out people and performance management for Global Markets KYC Teams. Coach and mentor them onshore and offshore. Provide support to the Head of KYC and share responsibility for Training & Development including career pathing across KYC. May also be required to provide training to their respective business lines. Owning Team Procedures and Processes: Responsible for ensuring that team procedures and processes are up to date, accurate and reflect all policy and regulatory change and kept UpToDate with standards. Liaison with Compliance: Act as a Compliance Liaison function for related matter, meeting with Financial Crime on a regular basis, ensuring queries are resolved, ad-hoc analysis and reporting is completed. Active involvement in driving procedural and policy improvements: Actively seek out opportunities to improve the KYC process; including the strengthening & implementation of controls and improving efficiency. Budget & Cost: Manage costs for the Global Markets KYC team in collaboration with BM, Head FLoD KYC and in line with the offshoring strategy to be within the budget. Plan for effective cost control environment while creating process and productivity efficiencies. When there is a business requirement the role will also have to be flexible to provide support to the periodic reviews and remediation function for Bank and Securities. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS Skills and experience: Functional / Technical Competencies: Essential Awareness of UK & European Anti-Money Laundering regulations. KYC SME with hands-on experience in end to end KYC. Knowledge of various corporate structures Financial Institutions, Banks and NBFIs, Fund Managers, Hedge Funds and Insurance entities. Strong understanding and experience in managing teams involved in or supporting Trade Lifecycle activities and profound understanding of various asset classes. Awareness of Markets Regulations (FATCA/CRS, MIFID II, emir, SBSD, Volcker). Able to communicate effectively to key stakeholders at all levels and drive positive outcomes. Experienced people manager running teams onsite and virtually. Face to face connects with Front Office, Clients, Compliance and other stakeholders as needed. Self-motivated to find solutions. Attention to detail is essential. Ability to effectively utilise Microsoft Office (particularly excel and power point). Experience of preparing MI and presentations. Education / Qualifications: Essential Degree Level or relevant industry experience. Preferred: Relevant qualifications in Anti Money Laundering, fraud and bribery or Financial Crime roles would be highly desirable. Languages skills are not mandatory but would be beneficial as this role covers EMEA. Personal requirements: Excellent communication skills. Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability. A proactive, motivated approach. The ability to operate with urgency and prioritize work accordingly. Strong decision making skills, the ability to demonstrate sound judgement. . click apply for full job details

Description About this role Business Unit Overview: iShares & Wealth EMEA is the distribution business providing cross-border solutions to intermediaries who serve the full spectrum of privately-owned Wealth, but also to Asset Managers and Asset Owners across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Our clients are predominantly institutional investors like pension funds, global and multi-national banks, wealth managers and insurers. Product proposition comprises a broad range of both actively managed and index pooled investment vehicles. Job Purpose/Background: BlackRock's EMEA iShares & Wealth (iSW) business is looking for an experienced product execution strategist to lead the cross-organisational efforts to position and prioritise our active and index platforms through product campaign initiatives. The primary responsibility of the role will be to define and drive the sales execution plans for the defined product focus areas across the iShares and Wealth client business. This will require the definition of coherent commercial messaging across the platform, creating / managing the product rollout calendar for iSW and driving sales training across both index and active within each client segment for the business. The individual will also own the implementation of product distribution initiatives in partnership with sales leadership, client segment leads and the individual country sales teams. Other key responsibilities include the creation and implementation of a scalable and repeatable approach to product campaigns, the definition of product collateral requirements in partnership with marketing and product specialists / strategists and alignment of our index/active proposition through regular sales and client engagement. There will be a requirement to work in strong partnership with the WPG asset class leads, the active investment teams, ETF & index investment (EII) product segment teams, EII product distribution function, global product group, marketing and other key stakeholders across the firm. Reporting to the Head of EMEA Wealth Product Group (WPG), with additional accountability to the EII Head of Product Distribution, the successful candidate will possess a deep knowledge of EMEA Wealth distribution, the index and active fund markets, investment management, capital markets, sustainable investing and alternative strategies. Additionally, the candidate must have exceptional communication skills, the ability to form trusted relationships and work across the organisation to build consensus for tactical and strategic sales initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Define and execute the product campaigns/product distribution initiatives within EMEA iSW across index and active Responsibility for the effective commercialisation of BlackRock's product platform for the iSW business Responsibility for driving alignment with investment team partners, marketing and segment leads within the region for priority products and associated client activity The successful candidate will need to build strong relationships with key stakeholders in iSW and partner functions such as portfolio management, product strategy, and marketing They will also be required to represent the iSW business in front of the firm's senior leadership to articulate the product execution plan for iSW As a Director they will be expected to develop more junior members of WPG Product Execution Translating product focus into commercial messaging, campaign calendar, marketing collateral, training of the sales teams (Active & Index), planning through countries/client segments or functions. Identify key levers for campaign activity such as product collateral, sales narrative, scaled marketing requirements (media/events/podcasts/email outreach) and sales training. Drive the delivery and lead the execution of these inputs. Work with the individual client segment sales teams (Wealth, Asset managers, Asset owners, Manager research and Digital) within iSW to define and execute product / client plans across the region Leverage technology, pipeline data and analytics to drive sales activity, maximise campaign traction and track success Understand buying behaviour across countries and client segments to nuance the product plan by client type Partner with counterparts in EII to ensure that the active product plan is coordinated with index and leverages the full breadth of BlackRock's capabilities Organise "virtual" teams that meet regularly to discuss and execute on asset class plans and align key stakeholders behind the plan Define number of campaigns required and different types (soft/hard launch, identification of target market) Study and evaluate industry trends, competitive dynamics and highlight sales opportunities using data Help define and position BlackRock's competitive advantage in the investment strategies landscape; understand industry dynamics, drivers of growth and how to effectively position BlackRock's funds in this context Own the product narrative and key messaging in the context of current investment themes and macro conditions. Ensure this remains relevant and compelling. Ensure consistent delivery of collateral, content and training to optimise sales focus Regular communication with regional stakeholders, sales heads and sales leadership groups to understand sales and client feedback around the reception of product messages and position Measurement of success: Successfully reach execution goals for calendar year based on gross and net metrics Receptivity of product positioning and strategies by sales force and clients Delivery of sales training and collaboration with the business to deliver mandatory training that can be tracked and audited Ability to grow investor base for new strategies and maintain for more mature range Experience/Qualifications: BA/BS required Proven financial services experience, preferably with a focus on mutual fund strategy, sales, index and alternatives Strong understanding of marketing and PR methods for EMEA intermediary-sold mutual funds, industry trends, and different segments (Bank, Insurance, IFA) Strong understanding of the asset management industry with a preference for a product specialist background Strong capital market knowledge Preference for multi-lingual candidate (German, French or Italian as second language) Ability to execute across teams and drive projects with input and feedback from key stakeholders Working knowledge of investment databases, including Morningstar and Bloomberg, knowledge of Aladdin would also be a plus Understanding of performance attribution, market factors and drivers of returns across mutual funds and asset classes Solid interpersonal skills and ability to quickly form meaningful working partnerships and demonstrate leadership Superior writing and editorial skills Strong presentation skills and ability to deliver pertinent facts in a concise fashion Our benefits To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about. About BlackRock At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress. This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment - the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit careers.blackrock.com | | | | LinkedIn: BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law. BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities? Join our DTCC family, and you'll grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you'll be supported and surrounded by other professionals as you learn new skills, advance your career, and see the impact of your efforts every day. Pay and Benefits: Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location Pension Paid Time Off and other leave of absence Flexible/Hybrid Work Arrangements Why you'll love this job: Being a member of the Global Information Technology group that delivers secure, reliable technology solutions that enable DTCC to be the premier post-trade market infrastructure for the global capital markets. The team delivers high-quality information through activities that include development of essential infrastructure capabilities to meet client needs and using best practices to implement data standards and governance. The Principal IT Embedded Risk Specialist will participate in tasks and projects from inception to completion, build relationships with IT and Business stakeholders, and project managers while recommending process solutions and approaches that solve the problems. The Principal IT Embedded Risk Specialist will manage and help coordinate activities across the department to drive process improvement. This position provides support to teams and management through all phases of projects to help achieve project goals. The Principal IT Embedded Risk Specialist must possess excellent communications skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain our technical concepts and solutions in layman's terms to stakeholders. This position requires working closely with functional and technical teams, reviewing and interpreting functional designs and technical specifications, and partnering with the Business and IT to achieve objectives. Your Primary Responsibilities: Partners with cross functions like Product Management and Business Management to achieve business priorities Coordinate domain response to various control functions and Product Management to support the domain Manage multiple domain initiatives/projects provide governance and process support for the domain while helping to ensure adherence to internal development processes Teamwork partners with other Embedded Risk Manager to identify best practices and monitors adheres to standard processes Documentation coordinates process reviews for internal and external audits, Compliance, Risk Management & Technology assessments using the Process Risks and Controls (PRC) Framework Partners with control functions to support audits & assessments, coordinates Management Self-Identified issues and manages the Issue Management process for the domain Performs Management Testing to assess control effectiveness and documents results **NOTE: The Primary Responsibilities of this role are not limited to the details above. ** Talents Needed For Success: Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT including a minimum of 4 years experience working in a control function like Compliance, Internal Audit, or Technology Risk Management 3 years of experience demonstrating strong communication to Senior Level Management Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred Professional certification preferred (e.g. CISA, CIA) We offer top class training and development for you to be an asset in our organization! Who We Are: DTCC is the heart of the post-trade market infrastructure for the global financial services industry. From 21 locations all over the world, DTCC, through its subsidiaries, automates, centralizes and standardizes the processing of financial transactions, mitigating risk, increasing transparency and driving efficiency for thousands of broker/dealers, custodian banks and asset managers. In 2020, DTCC's subsidiaries processed securities transactions valued at more than U.S. $2.3 quadrillion. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Working within the Finance department that acts as a business partner to Front Office and Investor Relations, you will be expected to foster strong relationships with various counterparties and service providers in order to deliver for our investors. The firm supports the Finance team's collaborative, entrepreneurial spirit and fast-paced atmosphere which has proven to be an ideal environment for team members to learn, develop and flourish. Key Tasks and Responsibilities The Financial Analyst will encounter a broad remit and this opportunity exposes you to a diverse range of areas in Finance to ensure you have the opportunity to maximise your strengths. You will sit within the Treasury and Fund Reporting team, however the role will involve working collaboratively with our Investment Monitoring team to achieve common goals, as well as a number of other areas both inside and outside of the organisation, per the below: Treasury and Fund Reporting New and existing Investments Working with the Investment and Execution (Legal) teams to remain fully informed on new deal progress, ensuring sufficient liquidity to meet investment costs and expenses, whilst maximising returns to investors. Collaborating with FX trading counterparties and leverage providers in order to execute FX trades, manage loan facility utilisations and negotiate transaction terms. In order to do this effectively it is important to fully understand the FX/hedging and leverage strategy. Delivering regular reporting packs to senior management and making recommendations to drive the strategies mentioned above. This includes liquidity forecasting, investment performance, pipeline deal tracking, FX exposure coverage, and covenant stress testing. Developing strategy to maximise investor returns, including modelling the future liquidity position of the funds to optimise the amount and timing of investor cashflows Cyclical work Working with our Fund Administrator to review quarterly accounts which reflect recent investment activity, and implement any disclosure or presentational changes as appropriate. Partnering with our Investor Relations team to deliver fund performance analysis for investors and aiding fundraising through the delivery of due diligence materials. Determining the optimum setup and operation of structures for new Investor vehicles. Working with multiple parties (auditors / investment teams / across the rest of the finance department) to deliver accurate and insightful information in, as well as co-ordinating delivery of, the annual audited accounts. Partnering with Middle Office/IT teams to innovate market-leading treasury platform functionality. Qualifications & Experience At Coller Capital, the key to our success is the efforts and skills of our people. As Financial Analyst, you will work closely within Finance's 30+ strong, collaborative, and mutually supportive team, sitting within the Treasury and Fund Reporting sub-team. We value strong communicators who have impact and influencing skills, and the ability to take responsibility for significant areas of work, whilst managing multiple competing priorities. The successful candidate would be encouraged to form opinions and make recommendations on workflows. This is a high-profile role and provides a top-performing candidate with the opportunity to gain general private equity industry knowledge, experience across the full spectrum of Finance, and other functions within our firm, whilst adding value to the business as a whole. You will see your efforts deliver tangible results and you will have the opportunity to develop your career in a meritocratic environment. We recognise, support, and value effort. Our corporate structure shuns hierarchy and bureaucracy - preferring agility, teamwork and innovative thinking. We are committed to supporting the learning and development of team members, through both structured training programmes and informal channels. Essential Newly Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) - up to 2yrs PQE Strong organisational and motivational skills, with excellent attention to detail Strong Excel skills Desirable Experience in one of the Top 10 firms or within a PE firm/Asset Manager Familiarity with senior stakeholder interaction Sound knowledge of FX and capital markets Experience in Business Intelligence / Data Analytics / Process Change Knowledge of coding language (e.g. Python, C++ or VBA, etc) First time passes in professional qualification A level Maths, grade A or above 2:1 degree or higher Experience working alongside Administrators/third party providers Competencies & Key Behaviours Excellent interpersonal skills; able to create, develop and maintain strong business relationships with internal and external stakeholders Ability to work collaboratively in a growing, fast-paced environment and manage multiple competing priorities within deadlines Ability to take responsibility for significant areas of work and deliver with minimal supervision showing an accountable and proactive approach Demonstrate an ability to assimilate and adapt quickly to new knowledge and concepts Ability to identify efficiencies and work collaboratively to drive change Demonstrates a positive attitude; places value on and contributes to a collaborative and supportive team culture