Job Description:
Our client a leading global investment management firm are looking for a Client Contracting Associate to join their team in Edinburgh.
The team is responsible for drafting and negotiating investment management agreements, investment guidelines, and other contractual arrangements between the firm and their new and existing clients.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Legal qualification - Qualified Lawyer/Solicitor/Paralegal
OR experience working in a contract management or negotiation type role
Experience drafting and negotiating contracts is essential
Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and presentation
Knowledge of the asset management industry (fund types, client base and strategies, operational set up and products) and applicable law would be beneficial
Strong awareness of process efficiency and the need to mitigate risk through team
Exemplary analytical, communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with both internal and external clients at all levels and
Proven skills in successfully managing competing internal and external demands within compressed timeframes
Core Responsibilities:
Accurate drafting, negotiation and coordination of contractual documentation for Institutional Clients
Facilitation and coordination of all internal SME stakeholders across different regions involved in the contracting process ensuring their comments flow through to the contract and requisite approvals are obtained
Partnering with various teams to ensure contractual terms and minimize risk
Ensuring that the appropriate contracting process is followed for all contract processing to mitigate risk to the firm
Negotiating client documentation within the remit of the Client Contracting team, escalating appropriate risk where necessary
Supporting the sales team with contractual documentation
Communicating any contractual documentation changes to a client mandate to applicable internal
Capturing and recording relevant non-standard contractual clauses on an ongoing basis and maintaining the contractual documentation
Participating in research initiatives or projects that are requested by the sales, product or legal
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16006
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:.
We're working with a leading financial planning firm to recruit an experienced Paraplanner on a 12-month fixed-term contract in Edinburgh. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established team of Financial Planning Directors, supporting the delivery of high-quality, client-focused advice.
Skills/Experience:
CII Diploma in Financial Planning (essential)
Chartered status or working towards (desirable)
Proven paraplanning experience
Strong knowledge of UK tax and pension legislation
Core Responsibilities:
Prepare suitability reports and client cashflow models
Attend client meetings and provide research and follow-up support
Assist with annual reviews and ongoing client service
Manage your own workflow and ensure timely, accurate output
Support the delivery of team income objectives
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16106
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:
Our client, a global asset management firm, is seeking an experienced Client Onboarding Analyst to join their Edinburgh team on a 12-month fixed term contract basis.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Prior experience working within asset management or asset servicing firm.
Experience reviewing investment management agreements, platform agreements, rebate agreements and/or distribution agreements.
Experience in initial and ongoing AML/KYC checks.
First-hand experience of onboarding pooled and/or segregated clients.
Core Responsibilities:
Manage all transition types for mandate clients and pooled fund clients, as well as ensuring smooth exit process when clients terminate their mandate/investment for the firm.
Key point of contact for client on-boarding activity.
Manage the investment management agreement review and amendment process.
Manage the distribution agreement, platform agreement, rebate agreement and terms of business process.
Ensure operational client on-boarding is delivered.
Conducting due diligence on clients to assess potential risk.
Ensure all client-side letters are managed in accordance with established processes.
Reviewing and verifying client identification and documentation.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16108
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:.
Our client, a pensions provider, is recruiting for a Contact Centre Projects Manager to join their team on a 9 month fixed term contract basis (hybrid working model).
The successful candidate will drive the optimisation of contact centre systems and processes, with a particular focus on telephony and customer contact technologies.
Skills/Experience:
Proven experience in a contact centre management or telephony projects role.
Strong understanding of contact centre systems and networking technologies.
A proactive and analytical approach to improving service and technology use.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage across technical and non-technical teams.
Experience managing supplier relationships and delivering cost-effective solutions.
Core Responsibilities:
Managing the contact centre's telephony systems (including IVR, call recording, call routing).
Leading the review and implementation of best practice in contact and call management processes.
Collaborating with vendors and internal stakeholders on upgrades and enhancements.
Monitoring system usage and operational performance metrics.
Delivering training and supporting staff on system usage and optimisation.
Managing costs and identifying efficiency savings in telephony operations.
Staying up to date with trends in contact centre technologies and innovations.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16125
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:
Are you a Chartered Secretary or qualified lawyer with subsidiary governance experience?
Our client, an asset manager, is recruiting for a Head of Subsidiary Governance to join their team on an initial 3-month contract basis (with likely extension). This role offers hybrid working and can be based out of Edinburgh or London.
Initial deadline: Monday 12th May at 8:30am.
Skills/Experience:
Extensive experience in company secretarial roles within a regulated FTSE100/250 financial services environment.
Deep understanding of UK (and ideally EU) financial services governance and SMCR requirements.
Chartered Secretary or qualified lawyer.
Proven leadership skills and gravitas with senior stakeholders, including iNEDs and executives.
Core Responsibilities:
Lead and mentor a team of company secretaries, ensuring delivery of effective subsidiary governance.
Act as Company Secretary to key subsidiary boards (including UK MIFID and Adviser entities), managing board cycles, meetings, minutes, and regulatory compliance.
Oversee board effectiveness reviews, iNED appointments, succession planning, and skills analysis.
Provide assurance and oversight of governance standards across subsidiaries managed by other teams or service providers.
Serve as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders, offering expert governance advice on statutory and transactional matters.
Maintain compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal governance frameworks.
Ensure timely statutory filings, records maintenance, and support on corporate changes such as director appointments or share issues.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference:
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:
Are you a Chartered Secretary or qualified lawyer with subsidiary governance experience?
Our client, an asset manager, is recruiting for a Head of Subsidiary Governance to join their team on an initial 3-month contract basis (with likely extension). This role offers hybrid working and can be based out of Edinburgh or London.
Initial deadline: Monday 12th May at 8:30am.
Skills/Experience:
Extensive experience in company secretarial roles within a regulated FTSE100/250 financial services environment.
Deep understanding of UK (and ideally EU) financial services governance and SMCR requirements.
Chartered Secretary or qualified lawyer.
Proven leadership skills and gravitas with senior stakeholders, including iNEDs and executives.
Core Responsibilities:
Lead and mentor a team of company secretaries, ensuring delivery of effective subsidiary governance.
Act as Company Secretary to key subsidiary boards (including UK MIFID and Adviser entities), managing board cycles, meetings, minutes, and regulatory compliance.
Oversee board effectiveness reviews, iNED appointments, succession planning, and skills analysis.
Provide assurance and oversight of governance standards across subsidiaries managed by other teams or service providers.
Serve as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders, offering expert governance advice on statutory and transactional matters.
Maintain compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal governance frameworks.
Ensure timely statutory filings, records maintenance, and support on corporate changes such as director appointments or share issues.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference:
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:
Do you have experience in handling payments and performing cash and holding reconciliations from within an asset management firm? Ideally you will have experience in using Simcorp Dimension
We are working on an exciting role with a leading financial services firm, for a Transaction Processing Contractor to join our client, remotely, on an initial 9-month contract.
Skills/Experience:
Degree in Finance or Accounting or equivalent area
Technical skills in Microsoft Office with a focus on Excel, Teams, etc.
Awareness of the investment lifecycle and/or experience in the asset management or banking industries
Minimum 2-4 years of working experience
Strong written and verbal communication in English
Prior experience with Simcorp Dimension (desirable)
Strong attention to detail with a passion for problem solving (desirable)
Ability to multi- task and work independently in addition to collaborating with a team (desirable)
Strong sense of accountability (desirable)
Core Responsibilities:
Reconcile positions to custody in Simcorp Dimension
Reconcile custodian cash balances daily
Monitor, investigate & resolve exceptions
Liaise with the custodian bank or other third parties as necessary when investigating an exception. Escalate missing statements to custodian
Communicating the break details of material exceptions to stakeholders around the business, as appropriate
Calculate, process and report monthly fees
Ensure accurate trade data is maintained in the system
Coordinate and execute payments
Lead and/or support process improvement efforts
Provide other routine and ad hoc support for trading activities
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16096
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:.
Our client, an investment bank in London, is recruiting for an EU Regulatory Remuneration Policy Specialist / Compensation and Benefits Specialist to join their compensation team on a 12-month contract.
The successful individual will play a key role in supporting the implementation, review, and compliance of remuneration policies across the EMEA region.
Skills/Experience:
Robust experience in EU regulatory remuneration within financial services (CRDV, IVV, EBA Guidelines)
Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex regulatory frameworks
Highly organised with strong project management and prioritisation skills
Detail-oriented with a problem-solving mindset and the confidence to challenge where needed
Background in Compensation, HR Risk Management, or Compliance preferred
Core Responsibilities:
Support the annual review and implementation of Material Risk Taker (MRT) identification frameworks for European entities
Prepare reports and briefing materials for regulatory bodies and internal governance committees, including Management Boards and Remuneration Committees
Communicate regulatory impacts to business heads and stakeholders, including those arising from Brexit
Model fixed pay allowances for MRTs and enhance analytics on remuneration structures
Lead the development and submission of key regulatory disclosures including CRR450, Section 12, High Earners and Benchmarking reports
Serve as a subject matter expert on EU remuneration regulations (CRDV, UCITS V, IFD, IFPR, etc.)
Provide regulatory expertise and support to Internal Audit, External Auditors, and Remuneration Officers
Collaborate closely with global Compensation teams in New York and Asia to ensure consistency and compliance
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16104
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:
Our client, a financial planning firm in London, is recruiting for a Client Services Executive to join their team on a 12 month fixed term contract basis.
Working closely with Financial Planners, you’ll coordinate workflows, maintain high standards of client communication, and support the smooth running of investment and financial planning operations.
This is a full-time position and offers hybrid working.
Skills/Experience:
Previous experience in a client services or financial planning support role
Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication
Knowledge of financial services administration; DFM knowledge is a plus
Understanding of regulatory standards and a client-first mindset
CII qualifications are advantageous but not essential
Core Responsibilities:
Proactively engage with clients on behalf of Financial Planners to progress ongoing work
Assist with the preparation of financial advice related to investments, pensions, and estate planning
Coordinate and schedule annual client reviews and maintain service continuity
Support new business applications, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Maintain CRM systems and ensure all client records meet compliance standards
Communicate with internal teams and external providers to deliver seamless client service
Provide general administrative and project support to the Financial Planning team
Adhere to all compliance requirements, including AML, MiFID II, and complaints handling
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16126
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:.
Are you an experienced administrative professional looking for your next challenge?
Our client, a global asset manager in London’s city centre, is recruiting for an Administrative Business Lead on an initial 9 month contract. This role supports the Head of International Government Affairs & Public Policy and the wider team.
This is a full-time position which requires you to be in the office 4 days per week.
Skills/Experience:
Proven experience in a corporate administrative or business support role, ideally within corporate affairs or financial services.
Proven ability to work confidently with senior leaders in a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a high level of emotional intelligence and discretion.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to think ahead and anticipate needs.
Proficiency in Concur, Microsoft Office suite, and comfort with learning new systems and technologies.
Core Responsibilities:
Act as a strategic partner in managing the Head’s calendar, priorities, and meeting preparation, with a strong sense of discretion and confidentiality.
Coordinate complex international travel arrangements using Concur, ensuring seamless logistics and preparation of relevant materials.
Lead on administrative tasks including calendar management, visitor reception, and coordination of internal and external meetings across global time zones.
Collaborate with the executive business manager and COO team on internal meetings, events, and strategy sessions.
Demonstrate agility in adjusting schedules, solving problems, and re-prioritising tasks as business needs evolve.
Produce high-quality presentations and reports using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe.
Manage expenses and compliance processes including Gifts & Entertainment and expense reporting using Concur.
Foster productive working relationships with stakeholders across the organisation, acting as a trusted point of contact.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16101
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:
Are you a Finance Business Partner, experienced and comfortable working within project change / transformation environments within Financial Service?
If so, we have a fantastic opportunity to join an esteemed financial serviced firm in London on an initial 6-month contract basis to support on non BAU work. The role offers hybrid working and a competitive day rate.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Strong background in financial planning, analysis, and business partnering.
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
High attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, audit-ready outputs.
Experience working in transformation or change programmes is highly desirable.
Core Responsibilities:
Monitor and validate the financial performance of cost-saving initiatives.
Ensure that reported savings are sustainable and supported by audit-quality evidence.
Track and report the costs associated with programme delivery accurately and transparently.
Collaborate with initiative owners to independently verify historical spend and projected savings at the initiative level.
Provide robust financial analysis to challenge assumptions and ensure credibility of reported benefits.
Partner with business leads and finance colleagues to align on financial impacts and ensure consistency in reporting.
Act as a trusted advisor, offering financial insights that support decision-making and drive accountability.
Work closely with the Group Planning team to ensure that validated cost reductions are reflected in future function-level budgets.
Support the integration of transformation benefits into long-term financial planning and forecasting processes.
Contribute to the development of governance frameworks that ensure financial discipline across the programme.
Prepare and present clear, concise financial updates to senior stakeholders and governance forums.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16109
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:
Our client, a global investment management firm based in Edinburgh, is looking for a Controls Assurance Manager to join on an initial 6-month day rate contract.
The successful candidate will have a track record of successfully leading teams and projects, to establish a centralised control testing function.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Internal control framework – experience of testing internal controls, in particular design effectiveness and operating effectiveness, control quality, and high-quality evidencing standards
Global approach – although the primary focus will be UK, many processes and controls operate across the global business and therefore experience of operating across a global business is desirable.
Interpersonal skills - deliver with quality and impact in a proactive and collaborative manner
Impact and influence - operates with intellectual curiosity to understand and surface insights that helps strengthen the design and operation of the internal control framework
Collaboration - outcome focussed with ability to facilitate collaborative working within and across teams
Communication - ability to communicate effectively with the team, and within stakeholder meetings
Attention to detail – works with precision to deliver requirements
Core Responsibilities:
Reviewing testing of the design and operating effectiveness of controls; and managing reporting of results with key stakeholders into the business.
Overseeing a team of control testers to deliver high-quality testing across the company control environment.
Working collegiately with the wider assurance team, providing training and best practice guidance, supporting overall team activities, supporting deliverables, and assisting with other risk and control related activities as required.
Where controls are identified as ineffective or require improvement, work collaboratively with business leads to agree testing results.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16117
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:
Our client, a global asset management firm, is seeking a client services professional to join their Edinburgh team on an initial 6-month day rate contract.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Experience in either client service, fund administration, custodial services, operations, sales, investment consulting, portfolio management support or similar fields.
Demonstrated interest in the financial services/investment industry and a commitment to continuous learning, both independently and in team settings.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications is essential, along with technical skills to efficiently manage multiple programs concurrently.
Self-motivated with the ability to recognise when to escalate issues appropriately. Must be able to work collaboratively within a team and take on additional responsibilities as needed.
Ability to evaluate process inefficiencies, identify and implement operational improvements, and resolve issues. Possesses innovative problem-solving skills and the capability to think and act quickly and creatively.
Capable of meeting deadlines and working independently on client projects and queries.
Passionate – feel personal ownership for their work and an aspiration to be better.
Brave – are happiest outside of the comfort zone.
Experimental – like to innovate and self-develop.
Curious – like to learn new things and outsmart the problem.
Open – value and respect input from others.
Core Responsibilities:
Post-sales client relationship management, partnering with the Institutional Client Business teams and DC clients, through high quality client service with outstanding attention to detail.
Understanding our clients’ needs and liaising with internal teams and third-party service providers where necessary, ensuring that the agreed arrangement and service requirements of the client are delivered.
Address new operational requests (e.g., changes to client report) and provide summary of completion notification to broad partners and senior team members.
Escalating any client complaints in a timely and sensitive manner, in accordance with internal procedures and being a great partner to senior team members to mitigate the impact of dissatisfaction.
Owning client queries, delegating as appropriate to internal teams, monitoring progress to resolution and ensuring that responses are timely and of a high professional quality.
Supporting the onboarding of clients and client change activities, ensuring correct process and procedures are followed.
Contribute to project initiatives that seek to improve our service, effectiveness and efficiency, or which elevate the business, its products and our clients.
Drive continuous improvement in service offering both internally and with external service providers such as custodian banks, depository banks and transfer agents.
Ensure timely and accurate delivery of client deliverables (invoices, reporting, price files, data etc.) by working cross functionally and establishing relationships with internal teams.
Working closely with senior team members in achieving seamless client service for their strategic clients.
Occasionally required to lead on projects representing the client and the team.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16114
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:
Our client, a global asset management firm, is seeking a client services professional to join their Edinburgh team on an initial 6-month day rate contract.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Experience in either client service, fund administration, custodial services, operations, sales, investment consulting, portfolio management support or similar fields.
Demonstrated interest in the financial services/investment industry and a commitment to continuous learning, both independently and in team settings.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications is essential, along with technical skills to efficiently manage multiple programs concurrently.
Self-motivated with the ability to recognise when to escalate issues appropriately. Must be able to work collaboratively within a team and take on additional responsibilities as needed.
Ability to evaluate process inefficiencies, identify and implement operational improvements, and resolve issues. Possesses innovative problem-solving skills and the capability to think and act quickly and creatively.
Capable of meeting deadlines and working independently on client projects and queries.
Passionate – feel personal ownership for their work and an aspiration to be better.
Brave – are happiest outside of the comfort zone.
Experimental – like to innovate and self-develop.
Curious – like to learn new things and outsmart the problem.
Open – value and respect input from others.
Core Responsibilities:
Post-sales client relationship management, partnering with the Institutional Client Business teams and DC clients, through high quality client service with outstanding attention to detail.
Understanding our clients’ needs and liaising with internal teams and third-party service providers where necessary, ensuring that the agreed arrangement and service requirements of the client are delivered.
Address new operational requests (e.g., changes to client report) and provide summary of completion notification to broad partners and senior team members.
Escalating any client complaints in a timely and sensitive manner, in accordance with internal procedures and being a great partner to senior team members to mitigate the impact of dissatisfaction.
Owning client queries, delegating as appropriate to internal teams, monitoring progress to resolution and ensuring that responses are timely and of a high professional quality.
Supporting the onboarding of clients and client change activities, ensuring correct process and procedures are followed.
Contribute to project initiatives that seek to improve our service, effectiveness and efficiency, or which elevate the business, its products and our clients.
Drive continuous improvement in service offering both internally and with external service providers such as custodian banks, depository banks and transfer agents.
Ensure timely and accurate delivery of client deliverables (invoices, reporting, price files, data etc.) by working cross functionally and establishing relationships with internal teams.
Working closely with senior team members in achieving seamless client service for their strategic clients.
Occasionally required to lead on projects representing the client and the team.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16114
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:
Our client, a leading financial services firm based in Newcastle, is looking to recruit an Information Security Manager to join on an initial 3-month fixed term contract.
The successful candidate will lead information security for the firm, ensuring corporate and client data is protected and compliant with legal and internal standards.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Proven track record of implementing information security practices within a large and diverse organisation.
Evidence of competency in the creation and implementation of Information security solutions, procedures and practices.
Solid technical knowledge and experience on security technologies (like Endpoint protection, Mobile Security, Data Protection, Cloud Security, etc.) and on cyber security capabilities (SIEM, SOC, CERT, Vulnerability Management, Threat intelligence etc.)
Strong knowledge of main Information Security standards and framework (ISO27001, ISO22301, ISF, NIST, COBIT.)
Good background in information management, with clear understanding of the challenges of Information and IT security.
A good understanding and experience of implementing information security within cloud-based environments.
Experience and skills in the project management of corporate Information security projects.
Excellent oral and written communications skills, as well as ability to present and explain information security in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others, and gains understanding across the organisation.
Certifications on Information Security (e.g. CISSP, CISM, ISO27001, ISO22301 etc.) beneficial.
Core Responsibilities:
Provide consultancy across the business (UK & Internationally as required) to ensure relevant and appropriate information security controls are applied to ensure both the departmental and business objectives are met.
Liaise with management and business users, to understand business goals, priorities, and information needs, and to recommend information security practices and solutions in line with business requirements.
Manage security assessments, based on leading information security standard ISO 27001:2022. This includes oversight on physical & corporate security, in alignment with the local facility teams.
Ensure alignment of solutions to the corporate and divisional strategies by balancing the business requirements with the security constraints and risks.
Liaise with the various business units across the firm to ensure our business processes are conducted in a safe and secure manner and meet our business requirements.
Keep abreast of the current security threat landscape and provide relevant and up to date guidance on proposed information security risks to the business.
Keep abreast of developments in IT and Information security and offer guidance and consultancy to ensure both suitability and sustainability of IT and Information security strategies.
Understand and ensure compliance to relevant legislation and corporate policies in relation to information security (e.g. GDPR, OFGEM requirements).
Provide a Risk Management approach to ensure Information security solutions and controls are commensurate to the business risks and risk appetite.
Develop and maintain an information security strategy in alignment with the firm’s strategy.
Ensure the relevant policies, plans and procedures, in relation to business continuity and crisis management, based on firm requirements, are developed and applied to minimise disruption to the business in the event of an incident occurring.
Liaise with internal staff and external companies to ensure optimum solutions are chosen.
Ensure compliance & adoption of corporate and local policies and security standards.
Escalate risks and issues to the appropriate levels and ensure a timely resolution to actions raised.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16123
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Digital Marketing & Transformation Manager | Contract Opportunity | Sydney/Melbourne
The Company Our client is a global leader in professional services, offering clients advice and solutions in risk, strategy, and people. As part of their Pacific regional team, you will be joining a company that values innovation, diversity, and a commitment to excellence as the Digital SME for this region.
The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Digital Marketing & Transformation Manager. In this delivery focused role, you will drive significant digital transformation initiatives while also stepping into a hands-on leadership position, ensuring day-to-day digital marketing operations continue to run smoothly during a key period of change.
This 6 – 9 month contract role is based in either Sydney or Melbourne, with hybrid working of 3 days in the office, 2 from home.
Key Accountabilities
Lead transformation programs spanning people, processes, and technology to deliver impactful digital marketing change across the Pacific region.
Provide interim leadership of the digital marketing team, managing BAU deliverables and fostering engagement through change.
Design and implement governance structures, workflows, and offshore team integration strategies to support global capability models.
Drive and embed change management initiatives that reshape how marketing teams operate and deliver value.
Influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders across marketing, communications, and the broader business to align on priorities and resolve complex challenges.
Develop and communicate strategic roadmaps that align with long-term business objectives.
Ensure successful execution of programs with measurable outcomes through strong project management and ownership of delivery.
Ideal Experience
Extensive experience leading and delivering digital marketing transformation programs.
Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stream projects with strong project management methodologies.
Exceptional senior stakeholder management skills and people management experience.
Experience working within professional services and/or SaaS experience.
Strong change management credentials with the ability to deliver sustained adoption of new operating models.
What Makes You Stand Out
Demonstrated success delivering transformation that changed the structure and function of marketing organisations.
Expertise in setting up or optimising offshore/global delivery teams in matrixed organisations.
Strategic thinking capabilities with the ability to balance long-term vision and short-term delivery.
Why Apply
Lead a high-impact transformation initiative that will shape the future of digital marketing in the region.
Collaborate with senior stakeholders and develop strong leadership capabilities.
Join a globally respected organisation committed to innovation and professional growth.
Your Next Steps If you're an experienced transformation leader with a passion for digital marketing operations, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible impact within a global business.
Whether you are a sports fanatic, shark diver or part time antique collector, we celebrate your uniqueness.
Parity Consulting works with clients who embrace diverse and inclusive environments and empower their teams to bring their authentic whole self to work. We encourage people with different beliefs, abilities, backgrounds and life experiences to contact us. To have a confidential chat, please contact Ai at aiwami@parityconsulting.com.au....Read more...
The Company
Our client is a long-standing financial services provider operating in Australia and New Zealand, offering solutions in banking, retirement, and wealth management. With a strong focus on supporting customers through every stage of life, they leverage a leading digital platform to assist financial advisers in delivering personalised advice. Backed by over a century of experience and a commitment to social impact through their philanthropic initiatives, our client is dedicated to driving positive outcomes for customers, employees, and the broader community.
The Opportunity
As the business continues to grow and evolve, there is an increasing emphasis on leveraging data to deliver more personalised experiences, improve operational efficiency, and support strategic decision-making.
In this newly created role, the Senior Data Strategy Manager/Analyst will lead the development and delivery of the platform’s data strategy. You’ll be instrumental in ensuring data is structured, governed, and utilised effectively across the business. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with strong technical expertise and a passion for using data to create value.
This is a 6-month contract opportunity for an immediately available, Sydney or Melbourne based candidate.
Key Accountabilities
Lead the Data Strategy: Partner with senior leaders to shape a long-term data vision and translate business goals into actionable data initiatives.
Design Fit-for-Purpose Data Solutions: Build scalable and compliant data environments that support both analytical and operational use cases.
Enable Insight-Driven Decisions: Establish best practices for data analysis and reporting that empower teams to make evidence-based decisions.
Implement Data Governance Frameworks: Create and embed policies that uphold data accuracy, privacy, and security in line with regulatory standards.
Engage with Key Stakeholders: Work collaboratively across functions to align data practices with business needs and drive support for strategic data initiatives.
Ideal Experience
Formal qualifications in Data Science, Analytics, Information Management, or a related discipline.
Significant experience in a senior data-focused role, with a track record of delivering data strategies in complex business environments.
Experience in the financial services industry
Strong technical expertise in data architecture, data management platforms, and analytics tools.
Proven ability to turn complex business requirements into scalable, data-driven solutions.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
A detail-oriented mindset with a strategic outlook and strong problem-solving capabilities.
Why Apply
Work in a collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives
Opportunity to influence strategy through data-driven insights
Flexible working arrangements with hybrid work options
If you're passionate about using data to drive strategic outcomes and want to contribute to improving retirement outcomes for Australians, we'd love to hear from you.
Whether you are a sports fanatic, shark diver or part time antique collector, we celebrate your uniqueness. Parity Consulting works with clients who embrace diverse and inclusive environments and empower their teams to bring their authentic whole self to work. We encourage people with different beliefs, abilities, backgrounds and life experiences to contact us.....Read more...
This is an exciting opportunity within a small and friendly doctor’s surgery for an apprentice to learn all aspects of the surgery’s Administration and Reception duties.
The purpose of the role is to:
Offer general assistance to the practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone
Receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way
Undertake a variety of administrative duties to assist in the smooth running of the practice including the provision of secretarial and clerical support to clinical staff and other members of the practice team
Facilitate effective communication between patients, members the primary health care team, secondary care and other associated healthcare agencies
Duties and responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities to be undertaken by members of the practice administration team may include any or all of the items in the following list. Duties may be varied from time to time under the direction of the senior receptionist/practice manager, dependent on current and evolving practice workload and staffing levels:
Maintaining security in accordance with Practice protocols, when necessary
Maintaining and monitoring the practice appointments system
Processing personal and telephone requests for appointments, visits and telephone consultations and ensuring callers are directed to the appropriate healthcare professional
Processing and distributing incoming (and outgoing) mail
Taking messages and passing on information
Filing and retrieving paperwork
Processing repeat prescriptions in accordance with practice guidelines
Computer data entry/data allocation and collation; processing and recording information in accordance with practice procedures
Initiating contact with and responding to requests from patients, other team member and associated healthcare agencies and providers
Clearing and re-stock consulting rooms as required
Providing clerical assistance to practice staff as required from time to time, including word/data processing, filing, photocopying and scanning
Ordering, re-ordering and monitoring of stationery and other supplies
Dealing with clinical waste collection companies
Provision of refreshments for staff and visitors as required; loading and emptying the dishwasher and keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy
Keeping the reception area, noticeboards and leaflet dispensers tidy and free from obstructions and clutter
Confidentiality:
In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.
In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.
Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
This list is not exhaustive.Training:As a Business Administration Apprentice, you will complete the following qualifications as part of your Apprenticeship:
Level 3 Business Administrator Standard Apprenticeship
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English if not already achieved
You will also develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to work within an office environment
This apprenticeship is delivered in the workplace and 20% of your working time will be dedicated towards training and learning new skills
You will be allocated a tutor who will provide you with personal support and assessment at pre-arranged times
Assessment is through a variety of methods including observations in the workplace, witness testimonies, product evidence and professional discussions
All evidence will be logged to your electronic portfolio
Training Outcome:Great potential to progress into a permanent position for the right candidate.Employer Description:Maybush Medical Centre is a well-established practice that has operated in the locality for over 100 years. The original surgery was situated in a small terrace property at the head of Regent Street in Belle Vue, until it moved into new purpose built premises on Portobello Road in 1997. In 2019, the premise was extensively renovated to bring the then outdated building up to new modern healthcare standards
We have approximately 9,000 registered patients, and we are 1 of 37 GP Practices in the district of Wakefield caring for a total population of more than 3300,000 residents, some of which are the most deprived neighbourhoods in the UK with a lower than average life expectancy.
The Practice has seen many changes in GP partnerships over the years, but in December 2017, Dr A Hayat & Partners acquired the NHS contract and are now responsible for the leadership and management of the business which operates as Maybush Medical Centre.Working Hours :Monday to Friday; 30 hours a week on a two-week rota
Week one 12:00 - 18:30pm (inc 30 min break)
Week two 08:00am - 14:30 (inc 30 min break)Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Good attendance record,Caring,Can Do Attitude....Read more...
