Team Assistant - Investment Administrator in Newcastle - Recruit UK

Job Title: Team Assistant

Industry: Financial Services – Portfolio Management

Location: Newcastle

Salary: Up to £35,000

Job Reference: 10147

Job Description:

Recruit UK are working with one of the UK’s largest providers of Investment Services. Due to expansion, they have an exciting opportunity for a Investment Administrator in their Newcastle office.

They are looking for an experienced Administrator who will provide high-quality administrative support to Investment Managers, enabling the delivery of strong client outcomes. Operate efficiently and accurately in line with company processes and regulatory compliance requirements. Reporting to the Investment Assistant Manager, support Portfolio Management teams with the day-to-day administration involved in monitoring client portfolios in accordance with established procedures and investment models. Work collaboratively with the Investment Assistant on the desk to ensure the team receives consistent and effective support.

Duties will include but not limited to:

• Administrative support as directed by the Investment Assistant Manager
• Supporting various teams as necessary e.g., writing up file notes, drafting letters, arranging client meetings
• Developing and maintaining client relationships by providing accurate and timely administration support, adapting your approach for clients in vulnerable circumstances
• Account opening and closing
• Transfer of stock into accounts and payments
• Updating Avaloq with static data
• Producing excel reports via data held on Avaloq
• When required to support the Desk, placing trades in Avaloq based on received instructions from other staff on the Desk, ensuring they are executed and booked correctly

Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £35,000
• Discretionary bonus
• Medical Cash Plan
• Income protection
• Health Cash Plan / Pension
• 25 days holiday + Bank holiday
• Hybrid working

Skills and experience required:

• Experience as a Administrator in a financial planning or investment management firm
• Sound understanding of regulated financial advice and investment services
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Confident using MS Office and client record systems
• A team player who can also work under their own initiative