RDR Project Manager recruitment

RDR Project Manager - Contract

• UK financial services firm (“the Firm”) seeks an experienced project manager with strong track record in delivery of projects to tight deadlines;

• The Firm has two business areas: i) Asset management distribution of the Firms UCITS funds and ii) Outsource administration and processing services. The individual will be responsible for managing the Firms implementation of the FSA Retail Distribution Review (“RDR”) initiative and related Rules and Guidance across both business areas, as well as developing the Firms compliance controls and changes.

• Will be part of the Firms RDR Committee, headed by its Legal and Compliance department. The RDR Committee include key representatives from the Firms Sales, Services, Product Development and Operations departments.

This will initially be a six month contract.

Experience and Skills

• 3yr+ Project Management Experience. PRINCE preferable.
• Good understanding of RDR and/or retail regulatory environment preferable. Knowledge and understanding of wholesale and Outsourcing industry in financial Services useful.
• Good presentation, written and verbal communications Skills essential.
• Organisational skills essential. Proficient in Office Skills. Individual will be required to carry out own administrative tasks.