Investment Writer

We invest across all asset classes, including equities, property, bonds and cash. We also offer specialist expertise in multi-manager, multi-asset solutions and socially responsible investing. Scottish Widows Investment Partnership is part of the Lloyds Banking Group. As of 31 March 2011, we manage funds worth £145.4 billion.About the Job:Provide high quality written communications to a variety of target audiences. The team creates content for a wide range of media, including client reports, marketing literature, factsheets, market commentaries, SWIP.com and press articles.The role requires Read more […]

October 23, 2011 • Tags: , • Posted in: Financial • Comments Off on Investment Writer

IT Infrastructure Project Manager

My client, a global insurance broker, is looking to recruit an Infrastructure Project Manager to manage IT infrastructure projects and/or programmes of work in the UK and EMEA in accordance with customer expectations, budgetary plans, process framework and their technology considerations. The successful candidate must have: Several years experience of management of IT infrastructure projects and/or programmes of work preferably in financial services; Experience of full project life cycle; Experience of producing project documentation – e.g. Project charter/proposal; Project Initiation Documentation; Read more […]

October 14, 2011 • Tags: , • Posted in: Financial • Comments Off on IT Infrastructure Project Manager

Broker Sales Executive

Primary responsibility for the role will be to develop and maintain relationships with Independent Financial Advisors. The successful candidate will work with other regionally based Sales Executives to co-manage targeted accounts and provide efficient and timely support. He/ she will be responsible for raising the awareness of the company’s investments products and related services and deliver key company messages through targeted prospecting activities including but not limited to; cold-calling, direct mail campaigns, face-to-face meetings, branch meetings, and attendance at national and industry Read more […]

October 4, 2011 • Tags: , • Posted in: Financial • Comments Off on Broker Sales Executive

Junior Investment Analyst – Surrey

Working very closely with the experienced equity research analysts you will be responsible for sourcing information, updating models, attending investor meetings etc. This entry level position offers a unique opportunity to  develop a career in global equity investing.  The business is based in Surrey so is only suitable for those based nearby Although they are flexible on the background of the individual, you must have a passion for markets, have excellent academics (340+ UCAS) and graduated from a top five university.If you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact Jason on 020 7626 Read more […]

September 20, 2011 • Tags: , , • Posted in: Financial • Comments Off on Junior Investment Analyst – Surrey

Business Manager

Practicus is fast becoming a disruptive force in the way that change is delivered by offering its clients an innovative alternative to the traditional consultancies. Practicus is able to align its reward to the client outcome which is taking the market by storm. As a result of this growth, Practicus currently needs a Business Manager experienced in managing change within Wealth Management on either an Associate or Permanent basis.As part of a new strategic plan, a large bank in London are looking to invest quite heavily within their Wealth division in order increase capability, improve sales Read more […]

September 8, 2011 • Tags: , • Posted in: Financial • Comments Off on Business Manager

IMPLEMENTATION BUSINESS ANALYST

This is a key role within the Implementation Team, seeing the individual have responsibility for the management, control and delivery of projects, with a key focus on fund launches, fund closures and fund restructures. The role is a key liaison function between internal and external customers and outsourced service providers involved in the change processes. Core Responsibilities:Contribution to the strategic relationship with all Investment Services providers.Support the Operational Solutions team and Investment Services area in project delivery.Deliver change projects as assigned, and provide Read more […]

August 29, 2011 • Tags: , • Posted in: Financial • Comments Off on IMPLEMENTATION BUSINESS ANALYST

Product Manager

The candidate will be responsible for making sure new funds are prepared for launch in terms of regulation under the UCITS IV directive. The focus of this role is on fund documentation from the launch phase, and then the continual maintenance of the fund. The candidate will need a good understanding of fund structure across all asset classesPost launch of a new fund the candidate will provide support on forthcoming fund initiatives, country registration and management reporting. It is important that the successful candidate has a strong understanding and knowledge of the regulatory framework associated Read more […]

August 14, 2011 • Tags: , • Posted in: Financial • Comments Off on Product Manager

Fixed income investment writer

The role will entail interaction with client servicing, sales teams and relationship managers. The individual will sit within the investment writing team preparing a variety of written marketing material. The job ranges from writing commentaries on market and portfolio commentaries, client reporting client requests, sales material such as brochures and topical reports. Additional activities will include, delivering accurate content on portfolios and development within the financial markets and contribution to the editorial direction of the businesses needs. The ideal candidate should have significant Read more […]

August 14, 2011 • Tags: , • Posted in: Financial • Comments Off on Fixed income investment writer

Portfolio Manager- Infrastructure

Main Responsibilities:• Be part of an active portfolio management team dedicated to asset management in Structured Finance, Infrastructure Debt, Credit and Execution.• Monitor and actively manage the portfolio of infrastructure bonds• Analyse potential transactions and present these to various portfolio management Committees• Negotiate and execute transactions with counterparties• Actively participate in sharing credit market information through conference calls with Risk department and monitor corporate actions.Qualifications and Experience:• University graduate with strong academics.• Preferably Read more […]

July 12, 2011 • Tags: , • Posted in: Financial • Comments Off on Portfolio Manager- Infrastructure

European Equity Analyst

The successful candidate will be a seasoned Equity Analyst with a minimum of 3 years experience and a geographical focus on the UK. A proven track record working within a fund is essential, paired with a broad knowledge of the equity investment space.Responsibilities include:Investment recomendations to Portfolio ManagersSeek trading opportunities across sectorsAssisting Portfolio Managers to execute large transactions across marketsThe ideal candidate will be a UK Equity Analyst working within a hedge fund currently, a sector generalist in terms of region covered operating within a successful Read more […]

June 10, 2011 • Tags: , • Posted in: Financial • Comments Off on European Equity Analyst