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...
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...
An opportunity has arisen for a Paraplanner to join a financial advisory firm providing personalised wealth management, investment, retirement, and financial planning services helping individuals and businesses achieve their long-term financial goals.
As a Paraplanner, you will provide technical paraplanning support to financial advisers, helping to develop compliant and effective financial planning solutions for clients.
This role offers benefits and a competitive salary depending on candidate experience.
You will be responsible for
? Providing technical paraplanning support across a broad range of financial planning cases.
? Working closely with advisers to identify suitable financial planning strategies that meet clients objectives.
? Preparing recommendations covering investments, pensions, retirement, tax and estate planning.
? Producing cashflow models, financial reports and suitability documentation.
? Reviewing investment portfolios and supporting asset allocation recommendations in line with clients risk profiles.
? Preparing client review packs, investment performance reports and supporting documentation.
? Obtaining quotations, product information and research to compare suitable financial solutions.
? Liaising with clients, providers and third parties to ensure cases progress efficiently.
What we are looking for
? Previously worked as a Paraplanner, IFA Administrator, Financial Planning Administrator, Financial administrator, Financial Planning Analyst, Financial Planning Assistant or in a similar role.
? At least 1 year of experience in a Paraplanner position within an Independent Financial Adviser or Wealth Management environment.
? Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning (PFS) qualified, currently working towards the qualification, or FPC qualified with substantial industry experience.
? Familiarity with financial research systems such as Analytics, Voyant and other industry-standard platforms.
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Provide general administrative support to the team
Manage incoming calls, emails, and enquiries professionally
Maintain accurate records, databases, and client information
Assist with property documentation, reports, and investment packs
Support marketing activities (e.g., updating property listings, CRM systems)
Coordinate meetings, appointments, and diaries
Prepare correspondence, letters, and internal documents
Assist with financial admin tasks such as invoices and tracking payments
Ensure compliance with company procedures and confidentiality standards
Training:Business Administrator Level 3.Training Outcome:After completing a Business Administrator Apprenticeship, there are a variety of progression opportunities available depending on your interests and career goals.
You may progress into roles such as:
Business Administrator
Office Administrator
Administrative Assistant
Executive Assistant (EA)
Office Manager
Operations Administrator
Customer Service Administrator
HR Administrator
Finance Administrator
Project Support Administrator
As you gain experience, you could progress into more senior positions, including:
Senior Administrator
Office Manager
Operations Manager
HR Officer
Project Coordinator
Business Support Manager
You may also choose to continue your learning through a higher-level apprenticeship, such as a Level 4 Associate Project Manager, Level 4 Business Analyst, or Level 4 Operations Manager apprenticeship.
The skills gained during a Business Administrator apprenticeship, including communication, organisation, IT, teamwork, problem-solving, and professional conduct, are highly transferable and can open doors to careers across many different industries.Employer Description:Unity Investment Group Limited is a Merseyside-based real estate and financial investment company. Founded in 2019, the firm operates as a real estate agency and bespoke accommodation provider. It offers property investment opportunities alongside specialised housing solutions for vulnerable populations and local authorities in the North West.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Patience....Read more...
FP&A AnalystLondon (Hybrid Working) Paying between £60,000-70,000 + BenefitsA well-established and rapidly expanding Managed Services Provider is seeking a skilled FP&A Analyst to join its London-based finance function. This role offers the chance to work within a commercially focused environment, supporting the business with insight-driven analysis and contributing to ongoing growth and performance improvement.Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will play a pivotal role in delivering financial insight across the organisation. You’ll work closely with both finance and operational teams, helping to translate data into meaningful recommendations that influence decision-making.What You’ll Be Doing:
Assisting with financial planning cycles, including budget setting and periodic forecasting
Analysing performance against expectations, highlighting key trends and areas of focus
Creating and refining financial models to support business initiatives and investment decisions
Working collaboratively with stakeholders to understand and interpret business performance metrics
Producing regular financial updates and commentary for senior management
Identifying opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and support revenue optimisation
Contributing to business-critical projects and providing analytical support where needed
Leveraging systems and tools to improve the accuracy and efficiency of reporting processes
Experience required:
Professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
Experience operating within a commercial finance setting, ideally in a fast-paced or investor-backed organisation
Strong capability in handling and interpreting financial data
Advanced Excel skills, with experience in building models and manipulating large datasets
Comfortable presenting financial insights to colleagues outside of finance
Highly organised with a methodical approach and strong attention to detail
Hybrid working (3 days per week in London) Must be eligible to work in the UK. Paying between £60,000-70,000, depending on experience. ....Read more...
There is something uniquely compelling about joining an investment team where your ideas can directly influence performance from day one, and this Junior Portfolio Manager role offers exactly that. This opportunity is with a specialist London based investment firm focused on a global long/short equity strategy for professional investors. The team is known for delivering strong net returns since 2015, particularly during periods of market stress, and has built a reputation for disciplined research, innovative tools, and a best in class “quantamental” approach that blends proprietary technology with deep fundamental insight. In this Junior Portfolio Manager position, you will play a central role across the full investment lifecycle, from generating tradeable ideas to supporting portfolio construction and applying risk management techniques. This is a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where your work will be visible and meaningful as the team expands its product range and prepares for the launch of a Cayman fund. Salary: £50,000 to £100,000 depending on experience Here's what you'll be doing:Working as a Junior Portfolio Manager on a diversified global long/short equity portfolio across multiple regions.Contributing to bottom up stock research, screening, and tradeable idea generation.Supporting portfolio construction through position sizing, entry and exit planning, and maintaining balance across 20 to 40 liquid positions.Executing trades efficiently across global markets while ensuring best practice and operational accuracy.Applying structured risk management using exposure limits, stop losses, and asymmetric risk reward principles.Using proprietary analytical systems for screening, monitoring and ongoing assessment of positions and portfolio level risk.Collaborating with senior investors to refine investment theses and respond quickly to new information or macroeconomic developments.Supporting the launch and ongoing management of the new Cayman fund, contributing to both investment and operational processes.Here are the skills you'll need:2 to 3 years of experience as a long/short equity portfolio manager, or 2 to 10 years as an equity analyst or trader with measurable results.Experience as a proprietary trader or running a personal account strategy with verifiable performance will also be considered.Strong analytical ability and a detailed understanding of global equity markets, sector dynamics and macro themes.Ability to build portfolios that balance attractive returns with disciplined drawdown control.Comfortable executing trades and open to obtaining additional regulatory qualifications if required.Ideally experienced in short selling and managing both long and short books.A flexible investment mindset that draws on multiple styles, including value, momentum, fundamental and technical frameworks.Confident decision making combined with rigorous risk discipline and the ability to adapt quickly when market conditions change.A motivated, curious and hands on approach, with a commitment to becoming best in class in at least one area of investment expertise.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:Be part of a high performing investment team with a strong long term track record.Work in a collaborative environment where your contributions as a Junior Portfolio Manager directly influence portfolio performance.Competitive compensation structure with performance related incentives.Direct exposure to experienced investors, leading allocators and the opportunity to build a visible personal track record.Take part in the development and future scaling of a Cayman fund and further product launches.Building a career as a Junior Portfolio Manager in long/short equities provides a rare combination of analytical challenge, market impact and long term progression. It offers the chance to develop a robust investment process, refine risk management capability and ultimately build a track record that can open doors across hedge funds, asset managers and family offices.....Read more...
An opportunity has arisen for a Paraplanner to join a financial advisory firm providing personalised wealth management, investment, retirement, and financial planning services helping individuals and businesses achieve their long-term financial goals.
As a Paraplanner, you will provide technical paraplanning support to financial advisers, helping to develop compliant and effective financial planning solutions for clients.
This role offers benefits and a competitive salary depending on candidate experience.
You will be responsible for
* Providing technical paraplanning support across a broad range of financial planning cases.
* Working closely with advisers to identify suitable financial planning strategies that meet clients objectives.
* Preparing recommendations covering investments, pensions, retirement, tax and estate planning.
* Producing cashflow models, financial reports and suitability documentation.
* Reviewing investment portfolios and supporting asset allocation recommendations in line with clients risk profiles.
* Preparing client review packs, investment performance reports and supporting documentation.
* Obtaining quotations, product information and research to compare suitable financial solutions.
* Liaising with clients, providers and third parties to ensure cases progress efficiently.
What we are looking for
* Previously worked as a Paraplanner, IFA Administrator, Financial Planning Administrator, Financial administrator, Financial Planning Analyst, Financial Planning Assistant or in a similar role.
* At least 1 year of experience in a Paraplanner position within an Independent Financial Adviser or Wealth Management environment.
* Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning (PFS) qualified, currently working towards the qualification, or FPC qualified with substantial industry experience.
* Familiarity with financial research systems such as Analytics, Voyant and other industry-standard platforms.
* Experience within pension transfers and knowledge of inheritance tax planning and investment products.
* Strong understanding of current financial services legislation and regulatory requirements.
* Competent using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Whats on offer
* Competitive Salary
* RO exam study support, including funded first exam attempt.
* Care Cashback Plan (after successful completion of probation).
* Work-from-home Fridays (subject to business needs).
* Annual leave increasing with service (up to 25 days).
* Long service recognition and additional leave
* Three additional days off at Christmas.
* Access to an on-site gym.
* Company pension scheme.
* Staff discount.
* Birthday leave.
Apply today if youre looking to join a respected financial planning business where you can further develop your expertise and build a rewarding long-term career.
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Key responsibilities:
Assisting in the collection and organisation of raw data from various sources to support data-driven leadership
Learning to transform data into usable formats for analysis, ensuring the data is ready for decision-making processes
Collaborating with the team to validate data quality and helping maintain clean and accurate datasets for reliable insights
Gaining exposure to database administration tasks and assisting in monitoring and optimising database performance for efficiency
Learning about data modelling techniques and contributing to the development of data pipelines to streamline data processes
Documenting processes, procedures, and best practices, as well as assisting in creating data-related reports to communicate findings effectively.
Training:Qualification:
BSc (Hons) Data Science
Duration - 42 months (including EPA period)
Delivery - Blended learning: combines remote online learning and face to face teaching delivered by block release in Nottingham
Entry requirements:
Grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics or equivalent, Grade 4 in GCSE English Language or equivalent (prior to admission)
with
BBC at A-Level to include Maths
The following A-Levels are not accepted: Citizenship Skills, General Studies, and Critical Thinking.
Candidates are reviewed on a case-by-case basis enabling employees with lower-level apprenticeships (including Level 4 Data Analyst), a strong mathematical background or substantial work experience with relevant qualifications to be considered. Apprentices’ prior learning may affect the start date of their programme.
All apprentices must:
Be working in a job role that provides opportunities to apply and develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours from the programme, outlined in the Level 6 Data Scientist Degree Apprenticeship Standard.
spend at least 50% of their working hours in England over the duration of the apprenticeship. This also applies to remote and hybrid workers.
Have access to the off-the-job training detailed in their individual learning plan.
Must have a valid and eligible residency status and the right to work in England.English and maths eligibility requirement
English and maths eligibility requirement is assessed based on the apprentice's age at the start of their apprenticeship. Please note that English and maths eligibility requirements do not supersede programme entry requirements.
Aged 16-18: Apprentices who do not hold a level 2 qualification in English and Maths must study towards and achieve this during their apprenticeship. Funding is available.
Aged 19+: There is no mandatory requirement to complete Level 2 English and maths. However, apprentices or employers may opt-in for the apprentice to study towards an English and maths qualification if they don't already have an equivalent qualification, with funding available if they choose to do so.
Apprentices who do not provide a suitable Level 2 English certificate, and do not hold an appropriate English language equivalent qualification from this list, will also need to provide an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) result that is dated within the last two years. The minimum requirement for this programme is an overall score of 6.0, with no less than a 5.5 in each of the individual elements. The university’s policy around this can be found here.
Start date - September 2026.Training Outcome:The department leads strategic transformation projects, develops trust-wide digital capability, strengthens communication and engagement, and ensures that technology and data are used purposefully to improve experiences for staff, pupils and families. By combining this expertise with a strong understanding of education, the team helps schools focus on what matters most, delivering outstanding learning opportunities and supporting every child to thrive. Operational Excellence is not simply a support function; it is a catalyst for innovation, continuous improvement and sustainable organisational growth.Employer Description:As one Trust we share a common purpose. We call it our social mobility and social justice mission to change our communities through the very best equitable education. When we get this right, it enables our children and young people to fulfil their potential, thrive in the world of work, and make a positive contribution to the local, national and international community.Put simply, our common purpose is to increase opportunities and improve outcomes for our students. We are particularly committed to students who are under-served and under-resourced. We prioritise those who have special educational needs and disabilities, or who are more likely to face discrimination for whatever reason.It is this common purpose that fuels everything we do. We deliver impactful, sustainable and ethical continuous school improvement in our schools to ensure the children and young people in the communities we serve learn in the very best and most inclusive schools. We are deeply rooted in the communities we serve (which are the education investment areas of the West Midlands). We adopt a pioneering spirit and look to lead the sector with innovative solutions to the problems our students and families face.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm with some flexibilitySkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
