We are a leading financial technology company providing cloud-based (SaaS) solutions for commission management and research evaluation in the investment industry. Our client base includes over 600 buy-side and sell-side institutions globally, including many of the world's largest asset managers, hedge funds, brokers and research providers.Role OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Technical Business Analyst with a strong consulting background to join our London-based product team. The ideal candidate will bring consulting expertise to help shape and evolve our product suite while acting as a bridge between client needs and technical delivery. This role offers unique exposure across the entire product lifecycle, from requirements gathering and analysis through to implementation and client success.Key AccountabilitiesLeverage consulting experience to analyse business processes, create prototypes, and specify product enhancements that align with both client needs and strategic visionTransform complex client requirements into clear product specifications and feature recommendationsLead discovery sessions with clients to understand their business challenges and translate them into product opportunitiesWork closely with internal teams (developers, testers, support) to ensure successful solution deliveryCollect and analyse system data and client feedback to identify product improvement opportunitiesCollaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and industry challengesContribute to and maintain product documentation, training materials, user guides and release notesSupport the sales team with product demonstrations, presentations and proof of concept demosRequired Knowledge, Skills and ExperienceProven Business Analyst experience as a delivery/implementation consultant, solution architect, or technical analystBackground in financial services, particularly in research, investment management, or fintech preferred5-10 years of relevant experience, including client-facing rolesExperience with Agile development methodologiesStrong analytical skills with ability to navigate complex data, establish facts, and draw clear conclusionsProactive and enthusiastic approach with excellent communication skills for building consensus and influencing stakeholdersHighly organised and detail-oriented with ability to produce clear, concise documentation in Word, Excel, and PowerPointStrong SQL and Excel proficiencyAbility to build consensus through mockups and prototypes, combining web design and data skillsWhat We OfferOpportunity to work with cutting-edge financial technologyExposure to global financial markets and institutionsCollaborative team environmentCentral London locationCompetitive salary and benefits packageThis role offers an excellent opportunity for a technical business analyst looking to make a significant impact in the fintech sector while working with leading financial institutions worldwide.....Read more...
The Opportunity Hub is delighted to partner with a leading firm specialising in the trading, valuation, and advisory of illiquid and distressed financial assets, on their lookout for Distressed Debt Analyst to join their high-performing team. With a focus on markets that include distressed debt, non-performing loans (NPLs), the firm leverages deep market insights, innovative analytics, and a global network to provide tailored solutions to institutional investors, financial institutions, and other market participants.Distressed Debt Analyst (based in London, between £100k and £150k depending on experience)Job Overview:The Distressed Debt Analyst will play a crucial role in supporting the firm's distressed debt trading and advisory activities. This individual will be responsible for conducting in-depth analysis and valuation of distressed debt instruments, including corporate bonds, bank loans, NPLs, and other illiquid securities.Here's what you'll be doing:Conduct comprehensive research on distressed debt markets, including trends, pricing, and regulatory developmentsMonitor and assess credit events, bankruptcy proceedings, and other key developments affecting distressed securitiesBuild and maintain financial models to value distressed debt and illiquid securitiesAssist in the structuring and negotiation of transactions, including the analysis of covenant packages and recovery scenariosHere are the skills you need:Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field3-5 years of experience in distressed debt, high-yield credit analysis, or related fieldsProven experience in financial modelling, valuation, and market research within distressed or illiquid marketsStrong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in Excel and financial modelling softwareExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and conciselyCollaborative team player with the ability to work independently and contribute to group initiativesHere are the benefits of the job:Competitive salary between £100k and £150k depending on experienceA dynamic and innovative work environment with opportunities for career growth in a specialised industryWork Permission:You must have the right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.....Read more...
PMO Analyst – Wealth Management Change & Transformation – London
(Key skills: PMO, Portfolio Management Office, Wealth Management, Financial Services, Project Governance, Regulatory Change, JIRA, Confluence, RAID Management, Stakeholder Management, Agile, Waterfall, Excel, PowerPoint, PMO)
Are you an experienced PMO Analyst who thrives in fast-paced, regulated environments? Do you enjoy bringing structure, governance and control to complex change portfolios while working closely with senior stakeholders? This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading wealth management organisation undergoing significant business and technology transformation.
Our client is investing heavily in strategic change initiatives, ranging from regulatory programmes and digital transformation projects through to major technology implementations. As a PMO Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in supporting a diverse portfolio of business and IT projects, ensuring governance standards are maintained and delivery teams have the reporting, controls and insights required to achieve successful outcomes.
To be successful, you must have experience as a PMO Analyst within a regulated environment such as banking, financial services or wealth management, supporting portfolios spanning both business change and technology initiatives. A strong understanding of regulatory and reporting requirements is essential, alongside proven stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
You should possess excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly PowerPoint and Excel, and have experience using JIRA and Confluence. Exposure to both Waterfall and Agile delivery methodologies will be highly beneficial as the organisation continues its transition towards Agile ways of working.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking wealth management business where change is viewed as a strategic enabler and where your expertise will have a direct impact on the successful delivery of key transformation programmes.
Location: London, UK / Hybrid working Salary: £60,000 – £75,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
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The Opportunity Hub is delighted to partner with a growing Financial Services firm in London, specialising in distressed and illiquid markets. The firm is renowned for innovative approach to sourcing and managing complex investment opportunities. We're seeking a motivated Credit Analyst specialising in high yield and distressed debts to join their dynamic team.Credit Analyst (High Yield/ Distressed Debts), based in LondonHere's what you'll be doing:Performing detailed credit analysis of high yield and distressed debt issuers, including financial statement analysis, covenant review, and risk assessment.Conducting thorough industry and market research to identify investment opportunities and assess macroeconomic factors affecting credit markets.Creating and maintain financial models to forecast company performance and evaluate different financial scenarios.Working closely with portfolio managers, traders, and other analysts to support the investment decision-making process.Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and internal policies.Here are the skills you need:Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field.3-5 years of experience in credit analysis, preferably in high yield and distressed debt markets.Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in financial modelling and valuation techniques.Strong industry knowledge and interest in Financial AssetsHere are the benefits of the job:Competitive salary between £100k and £150k depending on experienceOpportunities for continuous learning and career advancementWork Permission:You must have the right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.....Read more...
The Opportunity Hub UK is excited to present a unique opportunity for a talented Quant Analyst with real world trading experience to join a leading firm in London. This position offers a chance to work within a dynamic environment where innovation meets quantitative excellence.Company overview:Our client is a distinguished player in the quantitative trading industry, renowned for delivering best-in-class solutions to financial institutions, hedge funds, and technology organizations. With over 15 years of expertise, they are at the forefront of quantitative trading technology and business development, navigating the complexities of the electronic trading landscape to achieve strategic objectives.Job overviewWe are seeking a highly skilled Quant Analyst to join the London team. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience in quantitative analysis, a deep understanding of financial markets, and a passion for leveraging data to drive trading strategies. This role involves close collaboration with various teams to develop and optimise trading models and strategies.Here's what you'll be doing:Developing, implementing, and maintaining quantitative models for trading strategies.Conducting rigorous data analysis to identify market opportunities and risks.Collaborating with traders and other analysts to enhance trading algorithms.Utilizing statistical and machine learning techniques to analyse large data sets.Continuously monitoring and improving model performance.Communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders.Here are the skills you'll need:Strong background in quantitative analysis, finance, mathematics, or a related field.Track record of 6-18 months of real-world trading experience.Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or MATLAB.Experience with statistical analysis, machine learning, and data manipulation.Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.Strong communication skills to present complex concepts clearly.Work permissions:You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.Here are the benefits of this job:Competitive Salary based on experience Flexible hybrid working model.Opportunities for professional growth and development.Exposure to cutting-edge technology and innovative projects.Collaborative and inclusive company culture.Career advantages:Pursuing a career as a Quant Analyst in the quantitative trading industry offers unparalleled opportunities to work on innovative projects that shape the future of financial markets. This role provides a platform to apply your analytical skills and creativity to solve complex problems, drive strategic decision-making, and achieve significant career growth.Take the next step in your career by joining a firm that values expertise, innovation, and professional development. Apply today to become a key contributor to the success of this leading quantitative trading firm.....Read more...
Harper May is working with a private equity backed wealth management group that has grown quickly through both acquisition and organic expansion, and is now building out the finance team that will support its next phase of scale. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious analyst to step into a high-visibility FP&A role, working closely with senior finance leadership and getting real exposure to how a fast-growing, acquisitive business plans and performs.It is a role with genuine progression. The group is scaling, the finance function is growing with it, and there is clear room to develop as the business does. You will be close to the decisions that matter and will see the direct impact of your analysis.The Role
Support the annual budgeting and reforecasting process across the groupBuild and maintain financial models to support planning and decision-makingProduce monthly management reporting, with clear variance analysis and commentaryTrack performance against budget and flag risks and opportunities earlyPartner with business units to understand the numbers behind the resultsSupport board and investor reporting packsHelp analyse acquisitions and integration performanceImprove FP&A processes, tools and reporting as the group scales
What do we want
Part-qualified, finalist or recently qualified (ACCA, CIMA or ACA)Educated to degree levelStrong Excel and financial modelling skillsSome FP&A, management reporting or commercial finance experienceComfortable working with large data sets and turning them into clear insightA confident communicator who works well with stakeholders across the business....Read more...
The main duties the apprentice will perform will vary based on the role of each particular rotation. Each apprentice will have a minimum of four rotations of six months in duration. Within 24 months (two years), the apprentice will have had a great range of experience in four different roles. Skills and knowledge gained during this time will include:
Fundamentals of various standardised finance processes including Procure to Pay, Invoice to Cash, Record to Report etc.
Knowledge of finance systems such as Oracle Fusion ERP and general business systems such as Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
Understanding of compliance, controls and related processes in a global software company.
Training:Our Finance Analyst apprenticeship programme integrates eight modules of technical training with work-based projects. This ensures that learning and skills are directly applied to the apprentice’s role, and maximises the time used as part of off-the-job training.
As an evolution of the Data User apprenticeship, this industry-tailored programme is the first of its kind to combine essential data skills and competencies with core accountancy knowledge for those working in a finance function, but not necessarily in an accounting role.
It offers your employees the unique opportunity to be equipped with relevant skills to directly apply their learning in the workplace and unlock potential from your data. As well as developing technical skills using a range of core technologies and platforms, your employees will develop the ability to source, analyse, work with financial data, and generate insights that underpin business decisions to build a case for change.Training Outcome:The AVEVA Finance Apprenticeship is an exciting opportunity to join AVEVA as an apprentice within our Finance function. The apprentice will be gaining a wide range of hands-on experience via regular rotations in a number of areas within Finance, such as:
Procure to Pay – processing supplier invoices related to purchase orders
Record to Report – posting general ledger journal entries and performing financial reconciliations
Commercial Operations – processing software sales orders through our order management and fulfilment systems
Alongside the hands-on practical experience, the apprentice will be studying towards the Finance Data Analyst Level 3 Qualification with optional Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Level 3 papers – on average, 6 of your weekly hours will be dedicated to studying and learning.
The apprentice will be provided with an excellent amount of support at AVEVA, including a dedicated career manager, a day-to-day rotation manager and an apprentice programme director. Employer Description:AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software, sparking ingenuity to drive responsible use of the world’s resources. The company’s secure industrial cloud platform and applications enable businesses to harness the power of their information and improve collaboration with customers, suppliers and partners. Over 20,000 enterprises in over 100 countries rely on AVEVA to help them deliver life’s essentials: safe and reliable energy, food, medicines, infrastructure and more. By connecting people with trusted information and AI-enriched insights, AVEVA enables teams to engineer efficiently and optimize operations, driving growth and sustainability. Named as one of the world’s most innovative companies, AVEVA supports customers with open solutions and the expertise of more than 6,400 employees, 5,000 partners and 5,700 certified developers. With operations around the globe, AVEVA is headquartered in Cambridge, UK.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, Hybrid workingSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Our client, a financial services firm in Edinburgh, is recruiting for an AML Screening Analyst to join their team on 4-month temporary basis.
The role offers a hybrid working model and start date is ASAP. Early application is essential!
Skills/Experience:
Previous financial crime, compliance, risk or financial services experience.
Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
The ability to make objective, evidence-based decisions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Core Responsibilities:
Review alerts generated through AML, sanctions, politically exposed person (PEP) and adverse media screening systems.
Analyse information from internal systems and approved external sources to support investigations.
Assess whether alerts are genuine matches, potential matches or false positives.
Record investigation outcomes accurately and maintain clear audit trails.
Complete alert reviews within agreed service level agreements and operational procedures.
Escalate potential matches and higher-risk cases to senior Financial Crime colleagues.
Support ongoing customer and counterparty screening activities, remediation exercises and data quality initiatives.
Assist with workload prioritisation and backlog management.
Adhere to AML, Financial Crime and Sanctions policies while handling confidential information appropriately.
Identify opportunities to improve processes and screening effectiveness.
Participate in training, quality assurance activities and knowledge sharing.
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.
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
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Finance Business Partner
Up to £56,500 + Bonus + Hybrid Working
We're recruiting for a commercially minded Finance Business Partner to join a global market-leading organisation based in Banbury.
Working closely with the Finance Director and Professional Sales leadership team, you'll use financial insight to support commercial decision making, drive profitability and influence business performance. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative finance team where you'll be encouraged to move beyond producing reports and become a trusted commercial advisor.
We're looking for someone who's naturally curious, enjoys understanding the story behind the numbers and isn't afraid to influence and challenge constructively to help drive better business decisions.
The Role
This is a varied, commercially focused role where you'll:
Partner with senior stakeholders across the Professional Sales business, building trusted relationships and becoming a valued commercial advisor
Produce budgets, forecasts and financial analysis, using the data to identify trends, opportunities and practical recommendations
Analyse sales performance, margins and profitability to support better commercial decision making
Influence business decisions by interpreting financial information, providing insight and challenging constructively rather than simply reporting the numbers
Support business cases, investment decisions and continuous improvement initiatives
Help shape the future of the business partnering function as it continues to evolve from transactional reporting towards commercial advisory support
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who enjoys building relationships, has a commercial mindset and is confident communicating with stakeholders at all levels.
You'll ideally have:
Experience within a Finance Business Partner, Commercial Finance, Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant role
ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, part-qualified, finalist or qualified by experience (QBE)
Strong commercial awareness with a naturally curious mindset and the confidence to influence and challenge constructively
Excellent analytical and Excel skills, with the ability to interpret data and turn it into meaningful commercial recommendations
A personable, proactive approach with the confidence to build trusted relationships across the business
Experience with SAP, SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) or reporting tools such as Power BI would be advantageous but isn't essential
What's in it for You?
Salary up to £56,500
Annual bonus of up to 10% of salary, based on company / personal performance targets
Profit share scheme
Hybrid working
25 days' holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday, with the option to purchase additional holiday
Enhanced pension
Private healthcare and wellbeing benefits
Life assurance
Employee discounts
Genuine career development within an international organisation
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Job Description:
One of our clients, a leading UK organisation with offices in Edinburgh, is keen to recruit a funds focused Investment Analyst to join their team on a permanent basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for an analytically minded professional to join a high-performing team and contribute to fund analysis, research, and portfolio monitoring, as well as support investment decision-making. The successful candidate will work closely with senior stakeholders, providing insight and analysis.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Experience in an Investment Analyst, Investment Research, Fund Analysis and/or Research, or similar role.
Exposure to investment funds, portfolio analysis, manager research, or broader investment markets.
CFA Charterholder (preferred) or candidate approaching completion of the CFA programme (Level III passed or due to sit shortly).
Strong MS Excel skills, including financial modelling, analysis, and data manipulation.
Strong analytical abilities with excellent attention to detail.
Experience conducting investment, market, or fund analysis and/or research.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly.
Strong academic background
Core Responsibilities:
Conduct research on existing and potential investments, including asset-level and macro analysis
Perform due diligence, assessing key drivers of returns and incorporating responsible investment considerations
Monitor portfolio performance, cash flows, and underlying investments
Produce analysis and investment recommendations for senior stakeholders
Ensure accuracy and integrity of investment data
Support implementation of investments in line with legal, regulatory, and internal policy requirements
Prepare written and verbal reporting for investment committees and stakeholders
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: (16470)
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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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.
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
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Product Owner - Manchester
(Product Owner, Product Manager, Technical Product Manager, Agile Delivery Manager, Scrum Master, Technical Business Analyst, Technical Project Manager, client facing, system documentation, business requirements, Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Roadmaps, User stories, UI design, JSON, APIs, Product Owner, urgent)
Our client is a global consultancy with an extensive client base of financial institutions worldwide. They are looking for a skilled Product Owner to become an integral part of the systems team, working closely with Directors and key clients to deliver world class solutions. You will be responsible for leading client meetings, analysing business requirements, system implementation planning, building product roadmaps and working with a wide variety of new and existing enterprise-scale web and API applications. You will also be writing user stories, contributing to technical documentation, assisting with UI wireframes and mock-ups and leading Agile meetings.
We are seeking a Product owner capable of dealing with people at all levels from a technical and non-technical perspective. You will need excellent customer facing skills and commercial awareness, but also the ability to break down business processes into technical requirements and be technically inclined enough to be able to understand technical requirements/concepts. You will be comfortable writing user stories and system documentation and possess significant experience of working in an agile environment.
The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, be a natural problem-solver and be comfortable working closely with clients, expert users, end users, developers and testers. Any experience of the following would also be beneficial: Azure DevOps, Confluence, SQL, JSON, CSV, API integration.
We are keen to hear from talented Product Owner candidates from all backgrounds.
This is a truly amazing opportunity to work for a prestigious brand that will do wonders for your career. They invest heavily in training and career development with unlimited career progression for top performers.
Location: Manchester
Salary: £50k - £60k + Bonus + Benefits
To apply for this position please send your CV to Nathan Warner at Noir Consulting.
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