http://www.workcircle.co.uk/ Jobs from Workcircle en-us http://www.workcircle.co.uk/images/logo-small.gif http://www.workcircle.co.uk/?query=credit%20risk http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148447896&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148447896 A Head of Consumer Credit Risk is required by a leading energy supplier to design, recruit and manage the Domestic Credit Risk team to support the reduction in bad debt charge. This is a newly created role and brand new team, giving you the opportunity to build your own best-in-class department and define its strategy and development. Tue, 14 May 2013 10:30:07 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148276623&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148276623 As Senior Credit Risk Analyst you’ll undertake routine and project work involving the development and analysis of credit risk performance to drive operational and commercial excellence. You’ll be joining a truly global business, a listed FTSE250 business serving over 2million customers worldwide and employing over 6000 people. As part of a busy Credit Risk management team you’ll contribute and enhance the current capability through the development and deployment of credit risk models, reports and policy whilst liaising effectively with other business areas (operations, collections, customer services) to ensure risk based decisions are commercially viable. A creative thinker, you’ll be a key figure in driving and expanding our credit risk scoring systems in line with customer portfolio growth. Key Responsibilities Propose innovations to improve operational performance of statistical models within the credit life cycle Provide high level support in credit, risk and performance analysis to global teams and other areas - setting optimal strategies using scorecards and models Lead the design and creation of new MI systems to support complex analysis Lead scorecard development Develop, deliver and enhance highly thought out, top quality credit analysis and solutions, with the view to obtaining credit approval from Senior Management Be a point of contact for the Operational team to assist with credit risk issues and tactical campaigns Requirements Good honours graduate or postgraduate qualification in Statistics, Data Modelling, Data Mining or similar numerical discipline Advanced knowledge of SAS/SPSS, SQL and MS Office applications (or equivalent) Track record of developing and delivering scorecard methodology Commercial experience in a credit risk function (3-6 years) within financial services Self-Motivated with commitment and drive for results Able to communicate to business stakeholders and management in a robust, compelling and logical fashion Team player with ability to deliver against tough deadlines in a pressurised environment In return you’ll be joining a global business that are hugely staff orientated - completive starting salary, bonus opportunity, contributory pension, healthcare, dedicated training and education allowance. Apply now for further job / interview details. 32000.0000 Speciality: Other Financial Services. Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire Sun, 19 May 2013 02:43:24 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147824886&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147824886 Credit Risk Analyst - SAS, Machine Learning, Credit scoring Quant Capital - London Credit Risk Analyst SAS, Machine Learning, Credit scoring £45,000 Quant Capital is urgently looking for a Risk Analyst to join our high profile client. Our client is a well known credit provider. They are one of the fastest growing companies in Europe at present at well known in the market and backed by some of Europe’s biggest investors. They are the only company in Europe to completely automate the lending process. Last month they achieved 50,000 loans. The ideal candidate will have a very strong background in statistics and the creation and implementation of automated risk scorecards. The Client utilises multiple scorecard variations in a complex risk decision engine, and the core responsibility of this role will be to develop and own the optimisation of these scorecards. Responsibilities will include: Design, build and implement regular, automated scorecard optimisation procedures Apply AI / machine learning and other techniques to minimize manual intervention We do not expect you to have a full background in machine learning. Candidate must have: Understanding of automated statistical methodologies and their implementation in real world situations Interest in Credit Risk SAS Experience of optimization EU PhD or Masters in Stats, Machine learning or Maths Strong quantitative skills Ability to think on ones feet and be a solid team player This is a role for someone who has serious risk experience who is looking for the next step. Machine learning is extremely important and in return a serious package is on offer. This role sits at the head of the credit team so you will have responsibility from day 1 My client is based in Yorkshire. If this sounds of interest then please send your most recent cv to Quant Capital Risk, Risk Solutions, Quant Analyst, C Java, Hedge fund, Quantitative Analysis 45000.0000 Speciality: Hedge Funds. Location: Yorkshire and Humberside, England Thu, 16 May 2013 02:55:39 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148398224&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148398224 Credit Risk Manager / Senior Analyst -Asset Finance South London/Surrey Salary £40k plus benefits We have a new an exciting opportunity within credit risk. Our client are a market leader in their field and they offer excellent benefits and career and personal development opportunities The Credit Manager will be responsible for: - The syndication of finance transactions to a panel of funders (mostly in the UK, but occasionally in Europe). - The delivery of a market-leading credit and risk service to the business, built on: - Intelligent credit analysis in concert with wise commercial judgement - Swift and correct responses - A leading range of finance documentation - A strong and competent funding base - Reviewing working Practices across the Credit team, making process improvements and assisting in the specification development of internal technology. - To maximise the placement and profitability of finance transactions Key objectives and tasks: Credit - Process the daily flow of business into Credit Dept: - Exercise prudent judgement in syndication - Produce proposals capable withstanding both internal and external scrutiny - Communicate decisions and pricing intelligently Know, understand and Administrate: - Credit policy and all funders' credit policies. - Pricing policy and all funders' pricing. - Finance documentation and all of funders finance documentation. - Proactively maintain all the various databases necessary to house and control all of the above data. Funders - Develop beneficial relationships with Credit Managers and Underwriters at key funders - Work with relevant senior members of the business to identify / address funding gaps - Obtain and collate appropriate MI from funders - Act judiciously in seeking to protect funders from bad debt. Sales - From time to time attend sales meetings / events to ensure awareness of needs / opportunities / challenges, and communicate back. - Deal directly with vendors and clients where complexity or experience required is beyond the capabilities of sales staff. Self Development - Develop a reasonable knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint - Ensure general awareness of issues in wider lending environment and impact on own role (i.e. CCA, FCA, FLA, economic events) - Develop reputation as a 'trusted adviser' to the business Systems Process - Ensure complete and correct recording of information and decisions - Promote correct use of IT systems by sales and funders - Recommend and support enhancements to credit systems and processes Key Attributes and Competencies: - Minimum 5 years experience in the asset finance sector (Senior Underwriter / Sales Manager level) - A complete understanding of financial statements, including cash flow. - Experience of a wide range of assets, notably IT, but also Metal and Wheels and Other Unsecured - Some experience of Public Sector lending - Knowledgeable about leasing documentation, and able to negotiate and opine on changes - Reasonable competence on interest rates and pricing Attributes - Attention to detail - A 'finisher' - Withstands pressure - Organised, and able to organise others - Good people skills - A clear and precise communicator - both written and oral - A calm negotiator If you would like more information on this position please call Julie Ramsay on or send us your CV today 40000.0000 Speciality: Loans - Other. Location: Surrey, South East England Tue, 14 May 2013 02:48:27 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147977002&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147977002 Position: Credit Risk Manager Location: Bristol Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 DOE We are now recruiting for a Credit Risk Manager to join an established national firm. Where the successful candidate will be responsible for the entire running of the internal Debtor Protection policy. Role Agreeing, underwriting and monitoring debtor insured limits Deal directly with any claims that arise and liaise directly with Clients to obtain the necessary paperwork in support of the claim Set up and implementation of the entire Debtor Protection policy Responsible for the risk management of the entire portfolio of insured limits and reporting back on any areas of potential risk To provide accurate reporting on a weekly basis as to the risk spread amongst the policy and to highlight any potential risk areas Skills and Qualifications Excellent underwriting and risk assessment skills Financial Services qualifications Knowledge of Credit Risk and experience at a senior level Excellent communication skills in both written and verbal form Decision maker Proactive and results driven Good time management skills Good motivation skills Good understanding of processes, policies, products and criteria 35000.0000 Speciality: Consultancy. Location: Bristol, Avon Fri, 17 May 2013 03:03:45 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147068134&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147068134 Our client, a sub-prime lender, based in London are looking for a suitably experienced Senior Credit Risk Analyst. Strategic Support Monitor and analyze performance of current credit and collections strategies. Identify risk segments within lines of business where current strategy appears to underperform Creation and proposal of new strategies Provide guidance support for test strategy implementation Track new strategy performance against control sets Risk Analytics Track and report trends in through the door population and customer risk characteristics. Develop, update and maintain custom scorecards and risk prioritization models involving logistic regression, CHAID analysis and other statistical techniques Validation, stress testing and documentation of risk models and assumptions. Identify and implement opportunities for greater efficiencies, risk controls, and profitability for the respective portfolios. Applicant Educated to degree level with a strong Maths background, preferably in Economics, Statistics, Engineering, or Decision Sciences. You will have at least 4 years experience in Credit Risk roles in the financial services industry You will have a good understanding of SAS Experience of scorecard development would be an advantage although this is not a requirement. Knowledge of analytical methods such as descriptive statistics, logistic and linear regression, experimental design, and decision tree methods (CHAID, CART). Ability to present analysis, both written and verbally, in a clear, concise and confident manner. Ability to plan and prioritize own workload with minimum guidance. Ability to build relationships across the business. Strong desire to develop knowledge and technical skills. Ability to provide support and coaching to colleagues NB: We are unable to respond to applicants who are unsuccessful in our screening process 30000.0000 Speciality: Loans Underwriter. Location: London, South East England Thu, 16 May 2013 03:15:05 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147977166&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147977166 Our client, a global Investment Bank with offices in Glasgow, is currently seeking to recruit an experienced individual at Associate level to work within their Operations Risk Control department. This role is part of the Controls reporting pillar, which covers a vast array of functions and areas in Ops Risk and Control including Credit and Market Risk. Skills Required The successful candidate will be responsible for completion of reconciliations and root cause investigation in addition to reconciliation related project work and testing. The successful candidate will report into the Credit Risk Director responsible for their specific products. Able to work to tight deadlines. Strong analytical skills, interested in a technical role where they will expected to understand the detail of the trade flows, products, accounting and systems. Attention to detail and accuracy is essential (Responsible for metrics preparation and escalation of issues) Excellent communication skills both oral and written are essential. Proficient with Microsoft Office, Access, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Skills Desired o Knowledge of Credit Risk Theory and Concepts o Knowledge of Firm Trading, Operations and Finance System architecture o Knowledge of OTC Derivative and Financing Products o Proficient with Omega WISE (ability to create reports and controls) This is a fantastic opportunity for the right individual with excellent salary and benefits. 0.0000 Speciality: Compliance. Location: Glasgow, Lanarkshire Fri, 17 May 2013 03:03:53 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147068133&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147068133 Our client, a sub-prime lender, based in London are looking for a Junior Credit Risk Analyst. Responsibilities Strategic Support Monitor and analyze performance of current credit and collections strategies. Identify risk segments within lines of business where current strategy appears to underperform Creation and proposal of new strategies Provide guidance support for test strategy implementation Track new strategy performance against control sets Risk Analytics Track and report trends in through the door population and customer risk characteristics. Develop, update and maintain custom scorecards and risk prioritization models involving logistic regression, CHAID analysis and other statistical techniques Validation, stress testing and documentation of risk models and assumptions. Identify and implement opportunities for greater efficiencies, risk controls, and profitability for the respective portfolios. Applicant Educated to degree level with a strong Maths background, preferably in Economics, Statistics, Engineering, or Decision Sciences. Ability to present analysis, both written and verbally, in a clear, concise and confident manner. Ability to plan and prioritize workload. Ability to build relationships across the business. Strong desire to develop knowledge and technical skills. NB: We are unable to respond to applicants who are unsuccessful in our screening process 20000.0000 Speciality: Loans Underwriter. Location: London, South East England Thu, 16 May 2013 03:15:05 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147320369&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147320369 We are currently recruiting a Credit Decisioning Manager to join our Credit Risk Department based here at our Head Office in the heart of Leeds City Centre. The main purpose of the role is toprovide the Society with expert knowledge in credit risk decisioning systems explicitly Transact SM. Key Accountabilities: To manage and maintain (through Strategy Design Studio SDS) the Society’s deployment of new lending criteria scorecards, policy rules and decision strategies. To analyse the decision strategies, their performance and impacts on business volumes and to identify enhancements. To assist in the development of new decision / product strategies including, scorecard cut-offs. To maintain the Society’s affordability model proving on-going review and analysis of its performance. To liaise with internal colleagues to facilitate the smooth implementation of system changes. To manage the Society’s automation of the capital engine (incorporating appropriate IRB model), through SDS. To run champion / challenger strategies to identify impacts of potential enhancements. Identify and promote the wider use of the Transact SM solution for the greater benefit of the Society. To maintain the system control framework for credit risk tools Technical Skills/Competencies: Essential: At least 3 years hands on experience in using Strategy Manager (Transact) with ability to design/build/test complex risk strategies. Previous experience SAS knowledge at least 3 years SAS experience in interrogating datasets and performing detailed statistical analysis. Excel skills - with ability to work with multiple work sheets, pivots etc. Highly numerate / statistical knowledge - able to work with numbers and make error free calculations. Communication - effectively communicate detail and technical concepts in plain English. Stakeholder management - Interface with various departments effectively. Innovation able to design and deliver system solutions. Team working enjoys working in cross functional and virtual teams. Preferred: SQL skills - with ability to manipulate large data sets, automate monthly SQL processes and debug SQL code with minimal steer. Knowledge of Oracle - with ability to manipulate large data sets, automate monthly processes and amend or build data projects in Oracle. Experince Qualifications: Essential: At least 5 years’ experience within a Credit Risk Analytics team, with focus on credit decision tools/front end strategies/credit decisioning systems. Experience designing, developing and testing business solutions leveraging Strategy Manager as the underlying infrastructure. Excellent analytical skills and a strong attention to detail. Preferred: A degree qualification in adegree qualification in a relevant discipline, e.g. Maths/Statistics, Economics. To discuss the role in more detail please call Josephine Knights, HR Consultant on or apply today by completing an online application form. 0.0000 Speciality: Loans - Other. Location: England, United Kingdom Sat, 18 May 2013 02:59:05 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148913725&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148913725 My client is a leading financial technology company currently on fresh and exciting journey that will see them become an even greater force within their field. Full of opportunity and potential. In short, this is a brilliant time to join Currently looking to hire Senior level Credit Analysts into a fast growing team. The Role To assess the initial and ongoing creditworthiness of the clients merchant acquiring facilities, ensuring the risk of loss to the client is minimised, whilst providing excellent customer service to the clients business. Key Accountabilities Undertake timely credit risk information gathers, with emphasis on quality information being received recorded and understood Significant financial acumen to enable confident discussion regarding financial statements and relevant non-financial information with customers. Where applicable, the ability to exercise an individual Credit Authority and/or formulate appropriate recommendations, with reference to the client policies to obtain sanction from the appropriate sanctioning authority. Where material deteriorating concerns are identified, or a loss to client is considered likely, undertake necessary actions to minimise potential loss and/or raise provision as appropriate and as necessary liaise with Insolvency Practitioners/Professional Advisors/Collection Agencies. To be able to communicate decisions / rationale in a clear and concise manner. To demonstrate commitment to the wider success of the credit team through team orientated skills and behaviours. Continuously evaluate efficiency/effectiveness and assist with implementation of new processes which lead to service improvement. Ensure that all systems/ databases are maintained accurately at all times, for management information reporting. Offer team leader/management assistance to team members Skills Experience Experience of non-personal credit risk assessment practices, or similar experience in an external environment. Ability to communicate at all levels both internally and externally. Commercially aware of the impact of economic factors on credit risk. Ability to interpret financial accounts to determine the creditworthiness of a business Ideally prior team leader/manager level experience supporting between 3-6 members 27000.0000 Speciality: Other Financial Services. Location: Manchester, Lancashire Sat, 18 May 2013 03:29:51 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147068022&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147068022 IBB is the UK's first FSA approved Islamic bank established Sept 2004. We are a stand-alone, Sharia compliant, retail bank in the UK and aim to provide a friendly, inclusive and personal service for all our customers. Based on the outskirts of Birmingham city centre, we are a small company of professionals with a promise to provide 'banking you can believe in' As part of our expansion into Commercial Banking, we are looking for a Commercial Credit Manager who can: - exercise skill and judgement in underwriting commercial applications within the existing Risk Appetite and prepare recommendation papers accordingly for approval. - prepare contract documentation for approved cases. - liaise with the Sales Team, Valuers and Solicitors to ensure timely drawdown and completion of such cases. - ensure ongoing viability of the Commercial portfolio through an effective Annual Review process. - maintain and prepare departmental MI. - provide support to the Head of Credit Risk and cover in his absence. - assist with Residential finance applications when required. Key Responsibilities and Tasks: - enable the Bank to meet its challenging targets for growth whilst protecting its position by application of skill and experience in reviewing applications received - assist with the preparation of Islamic Finance Contract Documentation for commercial cases - effectively liaise with 3rd party suppliers (solicitors, valuers and credit bureau) to ensure timely performance of their tasks - maintain a rigorous schedule of annual reviews for cases within the Commercial book - produce regular performance data and ensure that all regulatory reports are completed within specified deadlines - liaise with key staff/departments and senior management across the business presenting an appropriate profile for the team - regularly review the credit policy and prepare papers and recommendations for the Head of Credit Risk of proposed changes or improvements to the policy. Once any changes have been agreed, ensure that they are effectively communicated and implemented across all impacted business areas - work closely with the Treasury Department, Sales Department and other key business areas - act as Secretary to the Credit Committee ensuring that committee agendas, papers and minutes are prepared and circulated within appropriate timescales - continually and pro-actively investigate improvements to working practices and processes within the department - ensure adherence with all governance and regulatory requirements whilst keeping abreast of market developments Essential requirements An experienced professional with 5 years’ experience of working within Commercial Credit Risk departments, including a full understanding of the full credit life cycle The ability to interrogate financial statements and fully understand a business’ ability to pay, with particular attention to cash flows and CFADS Extensive experience of commercial and retail underwriting Able to communicate effectively with staff at all levels, including Board level, both orally and in writing Full understanding of all regulatory requirements including, but not limited to, the Data Protection Act and CIFAS Ability to work under own initiative and proactively initiate process improvement Ability to identify key issues and prioritise work effectively Personal impact and credibility with excellent communication skills Desirable Awareness of Islamic banking principles and processes An understanding of credit scoring and scorecard building, monitoring and setting of scorecard cut-offs Knowledge of retail banking operations including within branches Experience of Misys Equation system Other requirements specific to the role Ability and willingness to adopt a flexible approach to address specific demands Occasional need for travel within England and Wales 46000.0000 Speciality: Loans Underwriter. Location: Birmingham, West Midlands Thu, 16 May 2013 03:15:00 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146202983&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146202983 Credit Risk Manager Surrey The Credit Manager will be responsible for: - The syndication of finance transactions to a panel of funders (mostly in the UK, but occasionally in Europe). - The delivery of a market-leading credit and risk service to the business, built on: - Intelligent credit analysis in concert with wise commercial judgement - Swift and correct responses - A leading range of finance documentation - A strong and competent funding base - Reviewing working Practices across the Credit team, making process improvements and assisting in the specification development of internal technology. - To maximise the placement and profitability of finance transactions Key objectives and tasks: Credit - Process the daily flow of business into Credit Dept: - Exercise prudent judgement in syndication - Produce proposals capable withstanding both internal and external scrutiny - Communicate decisions and pricing intelligently Know, understand and administer: - Credit policy and all funders' credit policies. - Pricing policy and all funders' pricing. - Finance documentation and all of funders finance documentation. - Proactively maintain all the various databases necessary to house and control all of the above data. - Carry out ad hoc credit projects from time time. Funders - Develop beneficial relationships with Credit Managers and Underwriters at key funders - Work with relevant senior members of the business to identify / address funding gaps - Obtain and collate appropriate MI from funders - Act judiciously in seeking to protect funders from bad debt. Sales - From time to time attend sales meetings / events to ensure awareness of needs / opportunities / challenges, and communicate back. - Deal directly with vendors and clients where complexity or experience required is beyond the capabilities of sales staff. Self Development - Develop a reasonable knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint - Ensure general awareness of issues in wider lending environment and impact on own role (i.e. CCA, FCA, FLA, economic events) - Develop reputation as a 'trusted adviser' to the business Service - Performance within agreed SLAs - Generate positive feedback from funders and internal stakeholders Systems Process - Ensure complete and correct recording of information and decisions - Promote correct use of IT systems by sales and funders - Recommend and support enhancements to credit systems and processes Key Attributes and Competencies: Competencies and Experience - Minimum 5 years experience in the asset finance sector (Senior Underwriter / Sales Manager level) - A complete understanding of financial statements, including cash flow. - Experience of a wide range of assets, notably IT, but also Metal and Wheels and Other Unsecured - Some experience of Public Sector lending - Knowledgeable about leasing documentation, and able to negotiate and opine on changes - Reasonable competence on interest rates and pricing Attributes - Attention to detail - A 'finisher' - Withstands pressure - Organised, and able to organise others - Good people skills - A clear and precise communicator - both written and oral - A calm negotiator If you would like more information on this position please call Julie Ramsay on or send us your CV today! 40000.0000 Speciality: Loans - Other. Location: Surrey, South East England Thu, 16 May 2013 02:18:57 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148507124&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148507124 The Company: This is a fantastic opportunity to join and make a real difference to the Credit Risk department in an innovative, forward thinking international fashion business! Our Company has several well established premium fashion brands that offer credit and our Financial Services department support our brands through developing credit and risk strategies to achieve growth and profit objectives. This is an opportunity for someone who would love to develop upon our current credit practices and deliver on solutions. The Role: Reporting to the Head of Financial Services, this role will be providing analytical and investigative support for a variety of ad hoc credit risk initiatives. The role is initially a temporary contract for one year and arises as a result of a growth in new initiatives being developed. Key Accountabilities: In conjunction with the Head of Financial Services and other key stakeholders, the successful candidate will: Develop credit and fraud reporting, KPI’s and provide ad hoc analysis Take ownership of specific credit or collection project developments Work with colleagues to specify and deliver new reports Review existing strategies and make recommendations for improvements Support (work closely with) operational teams such as fraud, underwriting, collections) Take ownership of specific projects through to implementation (web, text messaging, statements etc.) The Person: This role will suit a person that possesses the following experience and traits. The successful candidate will need proven experience within a similar role with a dynamic approach to delivering on tactical and strategic solutions. Your flexibility to business as usual tasks and ad hoc projects will be pivotal in being a success within this role. Applicants will be self-motivated, innovative and results orientated. The successful individual must be analytically focused and previous experience within credit risk and or collection strategy is essential. 0.0000 Speciality: Other Financial Services. Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire Wed, 15 May 2013 03:14:47 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147182785&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147182785 Leading Financial Services Firm are hiring for a Risk / Quant Analyst. This is a permanent role, based in the City and the salary ranges from £45K - £75K. They are seeking mid-level and senior Risk professionals to join their Quant / Financial Engineering Team. You will be working on various projects within Risk Methodology (Market / Credit / Liquidity) derivative pricing methodology. You must have working knowledge of derivative pricing mathematics, financial regulations (Dodd-Frank, Basel, EMIR, MiFID, UCITs) and product knowledge is likely to include Derivatives or Cash including Interest Rate, FX, Credit, Commodities. You must also have the one or more of the following experience: Market Risk Management (VaR calculations, stress testing, back testing) Trading book credit risk management (PFE, CVE, CVE VaR) Liquidity Risk Management (Regulatory Reporting, Treasury Operations, Collateral Operations, Basel III) PG / LGD models ETD and derivative clearing process and understanding of margining methodology trading and risk systems development or management stochastic calculus. Regarding education, you must either have a Masters in Finance / Quant subject or hold a Certificate in Quantitative Finance. Please apply for immediate interview. Longbridge is acting as a Recruitment Business with regards to this vacancy. 45000.0000 Speciality: Other Financial Services. Location: London, South East England Fri, 17 May 2013 02:41:14 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146053856&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146053856 The Role To assess the initial and ongoing creditworthiness of WorldPay merchant acquiring facilities, ensuring the risk of loss to WorldPay is minimised, whilst providing excellent customer service to the WorldPay business. Key Accountabilities Undertake timely credit risk information gathers, with emphasis on quality information being received recorded and understood Significant financial acumen to enable confident discussion regarding financial statements and relevant non-financial information with customers. Where applicable, the ability to exercise an individual Credit Authority and/or formulate appropriate recommendations, with reference to WorldPay policies to obtain sanction from the appropriate sanctioning authority. Where material deteriorating concerns are identified, or a loss to WorldPay is considered likely, undertake necessary actions to minimise potential loss and/or raise provision as appropriate and as necessary liaise with Insolvency Practitioners/Professional Advisors/Collection Agencies. To be able to communicate decisions / rationale in a clear and concise manner. To demonstrate commitment to the wider success of the credit team through team orientated skills and behaviours. Continuously evaluate efficiency/effectiveness and assist with implementation of new processes which lead to service improvement. Ensure that all systems/ databases are maintained accurately at all times, for management information reporting. Skills Experience Experience of non-personal credit risk assessment practices within WorldPay, or similar experience in an external environment. Ability to work under pressure to tight time-scales, whilst maintaining quality of work and producing clear, concise reports and analysis. Ability to communicate at all levels both internally and externally. Needs to possess a passion for continuous improvement. Ability to foster an environment which actively promotes teamwork and the sharing of ideas. Must be commercially aware of the impact of economic factors on credit risk. Active participation in achieving unit objectives. Ability to interpret financial accounts to determine the creditworthiness of a business. Knowledge of non-personal insolvency would potentially be beneficial. Basic PC Skills, including familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite of products and other computer based applications. About us WorldPay is a leading financial technology company. Every second of every day, we help businesses around the world to collect payments swiftly and securely. In fact, there's a good chance that WorldPay took care of your last payment - be it a winter coat or a summer holiday - you just didn't know it. Right now we're on a fresh and exciting journey that will see us become an even greater force within our field. We're positively brimming with opportunity and potential. In short, this is a brilliant time to join us. Become part of the team at our brand new Manchester Business Support Centre in the fashionable area of Spinningfields. We're right at the heart of the vibrant business community, with an enviable choice of stylish shops, bars and restaurants on our doorstep 0.0000 Speciality: Loans - Other. Location: Manchester, Lancashire Wed, 15 May 2013 02:16:21 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148398363&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148398363 Senior Credit Analyst £30,000 - £40,000 bonus benefits London Who they are Expanding international banking group based in London. The Role You will work within the risk department. Your role will include the following: Ensure all transactions and processing are in compliance with regulatory and bank guidelines, policies and procedures. Utilises documented polices and procedures to guide and support the review and decision making process. Perform basic research and financial and statistical analysis to determine and support the borrowers’ credit worthiness. Seek the advice of the department head on more complex and questionable issues that are outside of your assigned scope. Who they are looking for To be considered for this role you must: Be a fluent English and Cantonese speaking graduate (2:1) standard with excellent academics and at least 2 years relevant credit experience Have experience of performing credit analysis and preparing supporting documentation for management review within retail banking Have knowledge of credit risk analysis and regulatory requirements that are required for the level of work being performed Have experience of analysing and interpreting basic financial statements and tax returns Have experience of using credit/ lending systems and database and good Word and Excel skills Have knowledge of financial accounting theory, methodology and logic required for the level of work being performed 30000.0000 Speciality: Loans - Other. Location: City Of London, London Tue, 14 May 2013 02:48:34 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148398242&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148398242 Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Credit Manager to join a small team within the Basingstoke area you will be responsible for underwriting customers for a rapidly growing organisation. Key Responsibilities Assist in minimising the Company’s risk from lending money Assessment of the credit risk Visit customers on an ad-hoc basis Underwriting Prepare reports on potential customers Liaise with customer and business introducers Key Requirements: Industry experience not required but a strong commercial background with credit management or underwriting experience is essential. Must be computer literate and able to build and develop relationships with key customers via the telephone and when required face-face. Apply to 1 - 1 Recruitment today!! Recruitment is a leading provider of permanent, temporary and contract recruitment solutions in Hampshire, Surrey and Berkshire. Please Note: If you do not hear from a consultant within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion 30000.0000 Speciality: Other Financial Services. Location: Basingstoke, Hampshire Tue, 14 May 2013 02:48:27 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146202976&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146202976 Hudson is recruiting a Group Chief Risk Officer to join a leading Midlands based financial services organisation. In this high profile role you will identify, prioritise and evaluate the organisations financial, market and operational risks. This is a varied role that will require a pragmatic approach and a strategic outlook. You will report directly to the Group CFO and have significant interaction with the Group CEO and main Board directors. The key duties and responsibilities of the role include: the design, development and implementation of controls to neutralise or mitigate identified risks enhancing and maintaining the Group’s risk governance framework developing and communicating risk management policies, risk appetite and risk limits engaging with different business areas to establish, maintain and continuously improve risk management capabilities advising senior stakeholders on risk issues and providing strategic decision making advice delivering the integration of risk management across the Group incorporating risk elements in performance metrics providing aggregated and detailed reports on risk in line with the organisation’s risk appetite and limits keeping management appraised of industry standards and developments designing and implementing risk mitigating plans, controls, policies and procedures developing risk mitigation strategies for the Group’s critical risks being aware of all the risks the business can absorb without incurring serious people, financial or reputational loss. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge and qualities: a strong background in financial services and a deep understanding of risk management within a regulated environment a thorough understanding of credit risk, liquidity risk, treasury risk, market risk and operational risk credibility and gravitas to be able to report to senior directors of the company a desire to be hands on and deliver robust risk management for the Group an ability to accept and tackle demanding goals with enthusiasm a willingness to embrace change and adapt to varying circumstances the capability to make prompt and clear decisions which may involve tough choices or considered risks a demonstrable track record acting as an independent business enabler who can constructively advise senior stakeholders of the appropriate strategic paths to consider the ability to manage a small team which includes senior risk professionals. This is a fantastic opportunity with an ambitious financial institution where there is the opportunity to develop a long term and rewarding career. Please note you will receive an automated response advising you that we have received your CV. Hudson is a leading provider of permanent recruitment, contract professionals and talent management solutions worldwide. 0.0000 Speciality: Compliance. Location: West Midlands, West Midlands (Region) Thu, 16 May 2013 02:18:57 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145831715&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145831715 Assist the Risk manager to take responsibility for optimising profitability for the company portfolio by providing information, analysis and technical support for the development and implementation of Risk strategies, which improve portfolio performance. To supervise risk analysts as requested, taking responsibility for the work that they undertake. Providing credit facilities for a variety of clients. This challenging role helps in the development of risk strategies, policies and procedures, which optimise the conflicting objectives of maximising, accept rates and revenue whilst controlling delinquency, fraud and bad debt. _______________________________________________________ RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in the development and monitoring of loss forecasting. Develop and recommend risk policy across the account lifecycle. Develop, recommend and monitor risk strategies which maximise revenue whilst minimising bad debt. Provide portfolio management reports which evaluate the risk profile of the UK Customer base. Provide analysis to improve the impact of strategies set. Provide MIS which is used to update senior management on the risk status of the UK portfolio. As requested, liaise with other departments or external organisations e.g. Credit Bureau on relevant issues. Liaise with Operational teams as requested to ensure that policies and procedures are being complied with in an efficient manner. Supervise risk analysts as requested, taking responsibility for the work that they undertake. Assist in the development of the risk analysts and help maintain a high level of motivation within the department. Keep abreast of new developments and regulatory issues. KEY COMPETENCIES Graduate in a numerate discipline Excellent analytical and communication skills High level of self-motivation Able to take initiative and work with minimum supervision High level of accuracy and attention to detail Strong desire to succeed and exceed goals set Proven experience in SAS or any structured programming language is essential Proven experience in Excel and Word is essential Proven experience in Consumer credit financial services or Insurance is essential Proven experience in Risk Management or a data analysis function is essential Existing knowledge of credit bureau data and products is preferred Prior knowledge of scorecard development and monitoring is preferred Prior knowledge of forecasting is desirable 30000.0000 Speciality: Group Risk Advisor. Location: Solihull, West Midlands Tue, 14 May 2013 03:04:38 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147067878&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147067878 Our growing and well established client a leasing company and a finance broker have a fantastic opportunity for two Credit Manages to join their internal finance team. The client operate in four main areas including,Technology Equipment: a vendor-focused activity for IT hardware, software and services, Leasing and loans for Professional firms, leasing for public sector entities predominantly in Education and the NHS and leasing for a wide range of asset classes, plus loans, for existing clients. The finance agreements emanating from these industry segments are funded in two ways by the companies own book and placement to a panel of finance companies. The majority of business is written in the UK, but a small percentage is written in Western Europe. The Credit Managers will be responsible for: The syndication of finance transactions to the companies panel of funders (mostly in the UK, but occasionally in Europe). The delivery of a market-leading credit and risk service to the business, built on: Intelligent credit analysis in concert with wise commercial judgement,Swift and correct responses,A leading range of finance documentation and a strong and competent funding base Supporting the Head of Credit in the continued development a Credit function that will support steady and prudent growth in this companies financing volumes. Reviewing working practices across the Credit team, making process improvements and assisting in the specification development of technology. To maximise the placement and profitability of finance transactions, whilst protecting and developing broking relationships with funders. The successful candidate must have at least 5 years experience in the Asset Finane Sector as a Senior Underwriter or Sales Manager Level, a complete understanding of financial statements, including cash flow, experience of a wide range of assets, notably IT, but also Metal and Wheels and Other Unsecured. Some experience of Public Sector Lending would be beneficial. Knowledge about leasing documentation and the ability to negotiate and act on changes. It would be an advantage if the candidate spoken German or French but this is not essential and also relevant legal knowledge would also be a bonus. 40000.0000 Speciality: Loans Underwriter. Location: Wimbledon, London Thu, 16 May 2013 03:14:47 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146843314&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146843314 Job Location: The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, Ltd (London) Closing date for all applications: 24 May 2013 Main Duties - Ensure smooth running of ECD planning functions including credit policies and procedures, portfolio reporting, preparation of various meeting materials for the ECD management - Consistently liaise with other divisions such as Credit Policy and Planning Division and Planning Division for EMEA in particular, to discuss bank-wide or local credit policies on certain industries, countries or regions - Make sure that staff in ECD and other division are well informed about the latest credit policies - Establish or modify credit-related rules and procedure to ensure effective credit review process in ECD and discuss new/revised rules with other related divisions to ensure smooth implementation - If a new or modified rule is introduced by other division, make sure that ECD's staff are fully informed. Prepare various meeting materials which are used by ECD management that explain about ECD's portfolio and credit polices to other divisions and the Bank's senior management - Monitor problem assets and consistently report expected credit costs to ECD management and other related divisions. - Supervise the preparation of ECD portfolio reports and analysis. - Provide advice to ECD and other divisions' staff on credit policy and procedure related enquiries Person specification Education degree essential Essential previous work experience: - Planning and Administration - Risk Analysis of Corporates, FIs and Countries Essential Technical/Functional skills: -Analytical skills with ability to identify key issues - Fluent Japanese and English language skills - Word, Excel and PowerPoint Essential Behavioural Competencies: - Planning and organisational skills - Excellent relationship building skills - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 0.0000 Speciality: General Management. Location: London, South East England Tue, 14 May 2013 02:47:51 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145832176&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145832176 Risk Analyst - Operational Risk Mid Kent Up to £50,000 Barker Munro Recruitment Ltd is working closely with this highly impressive, expanding Financial Services organisation to recruit a Risk Analyst for the operational Risk area of the business. Within this role you will support the senior member of the Risk Team across the full spectrum of risk management activities, including modelling, policy development and reporting for credit, asset-liability and operational risk. The primary function for this Risk Analyst role is to be the main point of contact for Operational Risk Representatives within each business line and to facilitate the Operational Risk analysis and incident reporting. You will be required to develop management information for reporting, produce ad-hoc analysis, assist in the development of risk management models, applying statistical methods and external bench marking. Candidates will have previous Operational Risk management experience, preferably from a Mortgage lending environment. You will have the ability to structure a piece of analysis, identify finding and analysis results. Applicants will have Financial Modelling ability with strong excel and a solid understanding of basic statistical techniques (single and multiple regression, significance testing). Preference will be given to C.V’s showing SQL Database skills and VBA but not essential. If this Risk Analyst role is of interest, then please forward your CV in confidence to Barker Munro Recruitment Ltd using the relevant links. 45000.0000 Speciality: Mortgages - Other. Location: Chatham, Kent Tue, 14 May 2013 03:04:56 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147586546&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147586546 Senior Credit Quality Assurance Manager Sharpen your skills Join Barclays as a Senior Credit Quality Assurance Manager, and your recommendations will drive business performance in a critical area. You'll be directly responsible for monitoring adherence to policies, procedures and standards across the globe. This area of the business is growing in focus given the amount of regulatory change, and we also offer a great work environment where you'll be encouraged to develop within the role and within our organisation. What you'll give our customers as a Senior Credit Quality Assurance Manager You'll be a subject matter expert for governance, policy and conformance-related matters, challenging current work practices with senior stakeholders and making sure we identify corrective actions that will improve effectiveness and efficiency. In addition, you'll work to establish and maintain robust management information for circulation to a range of high-level leaders, reporting on the quality of adherence to procedures and standards and working with other business areas to make sure business objectives are achieved. What you'll get in return Help our customers get the best that Barclays has to offer, and you'll get the same in return. We're not just talking about valuable benefits like great bonus potential, private healthcare, childcare savings, and a huge range of employee discounts. You'll also enjoy a unique company spirit that believes in giving people the freedom to do a great job today, and the support to reach their biggest ambitions in the future. What you'll need as a Senior Credit Quality Assurance Manager The success of everyone at Barclays is measured by their ability to put our customers at the centre of their day. To do that in this role, you'll need extensive experience in a risk-related role and a detailed understanding of all relevant legislation. The ability to build effective working relationships is a must, and you'll need to show us outstanding communication and negotiation skills and a willingness to travel across the UK and Europe. We'll judge you on your ability and nothing else. Careers built around customers On the move? Download our jobs app Barclays Jobs 0.0000 Speciality: Loans - Other. Location: London, South East England Tue, 14 May 2013 02:45:32 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792239&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792239 Experto Credite is a growing debt recovery Company based in Bracknell. We are currently seeking a Risk Manager to join our Risk Team. You will be responsible for all aspects of analysis and reporting across Experto Credite. You will be responsible for pricing portfolios offered for sale and understanding the risks faced by Experto Credite. The role will sit under the Finance director and you will line manage a growing team of 5. Essence of the Role: Manage the Risk team, ensuring the highest standards of output are maintained Take ownership of pricing, risk assessment, data QC and analysis throughout the business Produce pricing assessments of all types of debt portfolios offered for sale and assist FD when liaising with funding partners Manage due diligence process on debt portfolios offered for sale Produce sufficient documentation to enable Directors (and investment partners) make appropriate decisions on debt purchases Ensure appropriate operational reports are produced and the key messages are understood by all stakeholders from the Board to Operational Staff Identify and perform analyses for stakeholders required by FD in order to develop the business Develop appropriate data models for Experto Credite to be able to make effective use of the data available, whether this be for pricing or operational performance Manage the relationships with Credit Reference Agencies and other external data providers Identify and review the costs and benefits of additional data sources Develop a culture within Experto Credite so that risks are identified and understood and appropriate business decisions are made in the light of the associated risks Take ownership of client reporting function, ensuring timeliness and accuracy of what the team are producing. Candidate Requirements: Considerable experience of working in a Risk function within Financial Services Degree-level education in an analytical subject Experience of managing a team Understanding of data available to make pricing and other decisions in Debt Purchase and Contingency collections Extensive experience of model development Excellent communicator Familiar with MS Office suite especially Excel, and database software, complemented by at least one widely used coding language (VB, SQL, SAS). 40000.0000 Speciality: Group Risk Advisor. Location: Bracknell, Berkshire Fri, 17 May 2013 03:02:56 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792035&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792035 We are currently seeking a Debt Credit Controller to join a Collection Team within the local authority based in London Main responsibilities Able to lead, motivate and manage the collections officers team for the recovery of sundry debt To lead and be responsible for the operational implementation of agreed strategies in order to maximise cost effective recovery action To produce Performance Dashboard KPI’s in line with Service Level and Operating Level Agreement To monitor the creation and maintenance of a Charge Register (secured debt) To provide advice and guidance of complex technical referrals from the team and senior management Essential skills Professional membership - Institute of Credit Management Understanding of credit and debt recovery and analytical techniques available to assess and improve these Understanding of County Court procedures and processes Detailed knowledge of risk management/financial control techniques Understanding of control frameworks to be operated in managing complex, high-value and high-volume financial transactions Understanding of how complex IT systems can be used to enhance business efficiency and how to generate exception reporting frameworks from large databases Morgan Hunt is a multi award winning Employment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. 15.0000 Speciality: Collections. Location: City Of London, London Fri, 17 May 2013 03:02:49 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146372117&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146372117 Our Client A fantastic opportunity has come about for an experienced Compliance specialist to work in a senior capacity within an established Retail Financial Services business. The Role The primary purpose is to support the Head of Compliance in the ongoing management and monitoring of risk and your main duties will include: Providing advice, guidance and support on regulatory issues as required Preparing reports and MI for the Head of Compliance Ensuring that appropriate compliance policies and procedures are effectively implemented into the business Ensuring that efficient and effective compliance monitoring is carried out in accordance with the Bank’s risk based monitoring methodology Following the process for classifying, investigating and reporting complaints to ensure they comply with regulatory requirements Being a member of local Risk and Compliance Committee Reviewing financial promotions as required Ensuring appropriate training on regulatory requirements is provided to all members of staff Key Requirements Strong Compliance Advisory experience preferably gained within a Retail Banking, Loans or Consumer Finance environment Familiar with overseeing risk management policies and procedures Excellent understanding of the regulatory requirements which apply to Retail Financial Services Experience of conducting audits and reviews Excellent communication - written and verbal Strong commercial awareness regarding the impact of Risk on the business 0.0000 Speciality: Compliance. Location: London, South East England Fri, 17 May 2013 02:57:49 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145832345&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145832345 Our client based in Bromley, Kent have an immdediate and urgent vacancy for a Quality and Risk Officer: MAIN PURPOSE: To provide a robust framework for compliance above and beyond industry regulations, guidelines and client requirements. SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Monitor developments in regulations and interpret the impacts on the business. Create policies to demonstrate our compliance with DPA, OFT, OFCM, TCF, CSA and Anti-Money Laundering. Maintain a central document library and update policies in line with organisations and regulatory changes. Conduct audit reviews to monitor compliance and identify risk. Work closely with the People Development Team to deliver comprehensive compliance training. Proactively engage with all areas of the business in order to provide a central point of contact for compliance advice. Escalate critical quality and risk issues and make recommendations for improvements. Analyse MI in order to identify trends, risks and development areas. Liaise with Regulators and Clients regarding external audits and prepare the business for visits accordingly. Qualifications: Certificate in debt collection compliance e.g. CSA CAI GCSE or equivalent in English Language A qualification as an IT user is desirable but not essential Experience: At least 2 years experience working in a compliance role in a Debt Collection business Experienced in delivering feedback Experienced in delivering training and or presentations Knowledge Skills: Intermediate MS Office skills - Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint Great at organisation, project and time management Excellent written communication skills Personal aptitude: Exceptional attention to detail, a completer finisher Ability to engage with and influence others Highly self motivated CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Right to work in UK Receipt of pre-employment health clearance Receipt of 2 acceptable employment references Successful Credit check Copy of any relevant qualification N.B. We are unable to respond to applicants who are unsuccessful in our screening process. 20000.0000 Speciality: Compliance. Location: Bromley, Kent Tue, 14 May 2013 03:05:03 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147977041&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147977041 Job Title: Graduate Analyst Location: Nottingham, City Centre Industry: Financial Services An opportunity to drive and support the overall data capability within risk, insight and optimisation. This role offers complexity, scope and the opportunity to contribute to complex risk based modelling projects and deliver commercial insight into the business through data analytics. This is a new opening so there is plenty of opportunity to shape activities in line with business objectives. Responsibilities: Develop and deliver highly thought out credit analysis Use of analytics to make recommendations on credit issues, lending policy and credit risk control Develop credit risk policy documentation Assist in embedding a robust and scientifically driven testing culture within the company Statistically monitor the quality of credit risk models and strategies used within the company Creation of new and optimisation of existing day-to-day credit risk strategies The ideal candidate will have: Highly analytical and strong numeracy skills A good math or science based knowledge Proficiency in Microsoft office software Experience in using statistical software is desirable Ability to think logically with a track record in problem solving Excellent time management Self-Motivated with commitment and drive for results Good communications skills A strong Team player The assignment would suit candidates looking to grow into a senior Risk/Insight Analyst role within the field of consumer finance and represents a unique offering as a 'Ground Up’ opportunity (cross training exposure across Insight, Risk, Marketing And Quantitative Analysis teams). 0.0000 Speciality: Group Risk Advisor. Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Fri, 17 May 2013 03:03:46 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147824813&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147824813 An exciting new opportunity has arisen for an Acquisitions Manager to join the fast growing team of this new retail banking business in Gloucester. TSB represents the biggest change to UK banking for a generation and and is all about giving our customers a better and different experience. Once live, TSB will be the 8th largest bank in the UK. This role will take responsibility for initiating, shaping and delivering credit card projects and communications, to drive sales and usage of credit cards. ROLE: Working with the internal stakeholders to set targets and deliver the sales volume/value targets and early month on book metrics for telephony and branch acquired credit cards. Identifying, planning and delivering credit card initiatives and communications with both telephony and branch channels to drive channel performance, sales process optimisation and delivery of a consistently high quality customer experience. Managing internal stakeholders to identify, deliver and embed clear actions, projects or campaigns to achieve business objectives whilst aligning to retail strategy and leading cross functional teams to deliver Ensuring initiatives align to regulatory requirements and conduct/risk appetite. Working with Credit Risk team to optimise risk metrics for branch and telephony acquired business. Close management of the network and telephony budgets WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Proven track record in sales management, knowledge of the requirements of the financial services market, retail network and direct distribution of channels Robust analytical capability, with a problem solving mindset Ability to articulate analysis and ideas through clear and coherent verbal/written presentations Highly commercial in their approach to business with the ability to quickly understand and analyse the key financial or customer drivers A good team player and ability to manage relationships effectively across the bank and externally where relevant Passionate about the customer and creative in how to continuously improve the experience the products deliver Please note you will receive an automated response advising you that we have received your CV. Hudson is a leading provider of permanent recruitment, contract professionals and talent management solutions worldwide. 38000.0000 Speciality: Other Financial Services. Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire Thu, 16 May 2013 02:55:34 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792321&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792321 Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen to work for a Financial Services organisation in the West Midlands. We are looking for a Senior Decisions Systems Analyst with experience of the following: NBSM, Strategyware, Triad, Blaze, Probe Advanced Excel skills. Risk Management / Collections or data analysis function. Working in a Data Warehouse / Data Mart environment. SAS Base / SQL or similar programming language Credit Risk Responsibilities Providing a supporting role to the other Risk teams, Decision Systems is responsible for the delivery of MI, decisional processes, and changes to Risk Strategies within Decision Systems and operational platforms. The Decision Systems Analyst will support and assist the Senior Decision Systems Analyst in delivering, evolving and maintaining a structured and value added Risk knowledge base in line with business requirements and new developments. The core aspect of the role will see the Decision Systems Analyst using a variety of skills, in providing key recurring and ad-hoc Risk reporting, to support effective decision making. The Decision Systems Analyst will also be tasked in the execution of regular decisional processes and parameter changes to support existing and new Risk strategies. Who are we? We operate in a dynamic, fast paced, state of the art environment in the heart of Solihull and offer great opportunities to develop within one of the fast growing Financial Services organisations in the UK. How to Apply: Please apply via the job board. Stringent pre-employment checks will be made and must satisfy business requirements - these will include Credit Checks and Employment References. 30000.0000 Speciality: Group Risk Advisor. Location: Solihull, West Midlands Fri, 17 May 2013 03:03:02 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145831926&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145831926 A Lending Manager is required to join a growing Banking organisation in Brentwood, Essex. The Lending Manger will be required to underwrite commercial mortgage applications in line with the company lending policy and to manage the application through to completion. Previous experience of working within a Lender, and maintaining a mandate is essential. Main Duties: - An ability to adopt a pragmatic approach to underwriting commercial mortgage applications within approved lending mandate - To understand and analyse key items such as credit searches, bank statements, financial accounts, property valuations and business appraisals in order to make informed lending decisions - To deliver high levels of accuracy and attention to detail in data input and all written communication produced - Able to develop a rationale for those cases outside of own lending mandate or company lending policy and communicate findings to Credit Risk department for their consideration - To build successful working relationships with external contacts such as brokers, customers, surveyors and solicitors as well as internal teams such as administrators, credit risk and finance to ensure all lending requirements are satisfied prior to release of funds. - To effectively manage a large pipeline of cases through to completion, ensuring both company service standards and the lending policy is complied with throughout - To deal with all internal and external telephone email enquiries efficiently and within company standards - Ensure a good understanding of all of the company’s policies, procedures and compliance guidelines, installing the principles in your daily practice to protect the company from any associated risks - To embrace the principles of treating customers fairly and responsible lending in all decision making Requirements: - GCSE (or equivalent) in Math’s and English - Achieved and maintained a lending mandate - An excellent understanding of the commercial mortgage sector - Computer literate (good knowledge of MS Office suite - Excel, Word, Power-Point) - Knowledge of TCF - Good knowledge of compliance procedures within the mortgage industry - Advanced at the reading of financial accounts, valuations, business appraisals and credit searches. - Analytical and pragmatic approach to underwriting - Adaptable flexible - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Ability to work on own and as part of a team - Excellent planning and organisational skills - Enthusiastic can do attitude - Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines - Accuracy attention to detail - Professional, well presented - Establishes effective working relationships at all levels - Customer-focused approach - Proactive Self Driven If you would like to apply for this vacancy, please contact Kerry Stephens 25000.0000 Speciality: Mortgage Underwriter. Location: Brentwood, Essex Tue, 14 May 2013 03:04:47 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145831904&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145831904 A Lending Manager is required to join a growing Banking organisation in Brentwood, Essex. The Lending Manger will be required to underwrite commercial mortgage applications in line with the company lending policy and to manage the application through to completion. Main Duties: - An ability to adopt a pragmatic approach to underwriting commercial mortgage applications within approved lending mandate - To understand and analyse key items such as credit searches, bank statements, financial accounts, property valuations and business appraisals in order to make informed lending decisions - To deliver high levels of accuracy and attention to detail in data input and all written communication produced - Able to develop a rationale for those cases outside of own lending mandate or company lending policy and communicate findings to Credit Risk department for their consideration - To build successful working relationships with external contacts such as brokers, customers, surveyors and solicitors as well as internal teams such as administrators, credit risk and finance to ensure all lending requirements are satisfied prior to release of funds. - To effectively manage a large pipeline of cases through to completion, ensuring both company service standards and the lending policy is complied with throughout - To deal with all internal and external telephone email enquiries efficiently and within company standards - Ensure a good understanding of all of the company’s policies, procedures and compliance guidelines, installing the principles in your daily practice to protect the company from any associated risks - To embrace the principles of treating customers fairly and responsible lending in all decision making Requirements: - GCSE (or equivalent) in Math’s and English - Achieved and maintained a lending mandate - An excellent understanding of the commercial mortgage sector - Computer literate (good knowledge of MS Office suite - Excel, Word, Power-Point) - Knowledge of TCF - Good knowledge of compliance procedures within the mortgage industry - Advanced at the reading of financial accounts, valuations, business appraisals and credit searches. - Analytical and pragmatic approach to underwriting - Adaptable flexible - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Ability to work on own and as part of a team - Excellent planning and organisational skills - Enthusiastic can do attitude - Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines - Accuracy attention to detail - Professional, well presented - Establishes effective working relationships at all levels - Customer-focused approach - Proactive Self Driven If you would like to apply for this vacancy, please contact Jodie 25000.0000 Speciality: Mortgages - Other. Location: Brentwood, Essex Tue, 14 May 2013 03:04:45 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147320521&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147320521 SENIOR UNDERWRITER, COMMERCIAL MORTGAGES Basic salary c£35000 negotiable Pendry Selection Services are recruiting for an experienced commercial mortgage specialist to underwrite applications and manage the cases through to completion Applicants should be used to mandates up to £350,000(Investor and owner occupied) Duties and Responsibilities Underwrite and manage applications within approved lending mandate Analyze credit searches, bank statements, financial accounts, property valuations to make good informed business decisions Deliver cases marginally outside mandate allowances to the credit risk department for consideration Build successful and congenial working relationships with brokers, solicitors, surveyors and customers, plus internal admin., credit risk and finance Manage a large pipeline of cases through to completion Observe the principles of TCF and KYC at all times Protect the company at all times from unnecessary risks Essential Attributes IT and Internet literate Excellent powers of communication Good BTL knkowledge Enthusiasm, determination, grit and energy Extreme accuracy Customer focussed, professional and well presented Proactive and self driven. Used to mandates of up to £350k Minimum of 2 year’s experience in a similar capacity Must live within easy travelling distance from Brentwood, Essex. Pendry Selection Services, the Financial Services Recruiters are handling this Underwriter vacancy. If you have all of the essential attributes and are interested in this pivotal role, call us right away or email us your cv. All shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 24 hours . 33000.0000 Speciality: Mortgage Underwriter. Location: Brentwood, Essex Sat, 18 May 2013 02:59:12 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147182775&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147182775 A Lending Manager is required to join a growing Banking organisation in Brentwood, Essex. The Lending Manger will be required to underwrite mortgage applications in line with the company lending policy and to manage the application through to completion. Main Duties: - An ability to adopt a pragmatic approach to underwriting mortgage applications within approved lending mandate - To understand and analyse key items such as credit searches, bank statements, financial accounts and property valuations in order to make informed lending decisions - To deliver high levels of accuracy and attention to detail in data input and all written communication produced - Able to develop a rationale for those cases outside of own lending mandate or company lending policy and communicate findings to Credit Risk department for their consideration - To build successful working relationships with external contacts such as brokers, customers, surveyors and solicitors as well as internal teams such as administrators, credit risk and finance to ensure all lending requirements are satisfied prior to release of funds. - To effectively manage a large pipeline of cases through to completion, ensuring both company service standards and the lending policy is complied with throughout - To deal with all internal and external telephone email enquiries efficiently and within company standards - Ensure a good understanding of all of the company’s policies, procedures and compliance guidelines, installing the principles in your daily practice to protect the company from any associated risks - To embrace the principles of treating customers fairly and responsible lending in all decision making Requirements: - GCSE (or equivalent) in Math’s and English - Achieved and maintained a lending mandate - An excellent understanding of the mortgage sector - Computer literate (good knowledge of MS Office suite - Excel, Word, Power-Point) - Knowledge of TCF - Good knowledge of compliance procedures within the mortgage industry - Analytical and pragmatic approach to underwriting - Adaptable flexible - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Ability to work on own and as part of a team - Excellent planning and organisational skills - Enthusiastic can do attitude - Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines - Accuracy attention to detail - Professional, well presented - Establishes effective working relationships at all levels - Customer-focused approach - Proactive Self Driven If you would like to apply for this vacancy, please contact Jodie 25000.0000 Speciality: Mortgage Underwriter. Location: Brentwood, Essex Fri, 17 May 2013 02:41:14 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147182680&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147182680 LENDING MANAGER, COMMERCIAL MORTGAGES Basic salary c£35000 negotiable Pendry Selection Services are recruiting for an experienced commercial mortgage specialist to underwrite applications and manage the cases through to completion Applicants should be used to mandates up to £350,000(Investor and owner occupied) Duties and Responsibilities Underwrite and manage applications within approved lending mandate Analyze credit searches, bank statements, financial accounts, property valuations to make good informed business decisions Deliver cases marginally outside mandate allowances to the credit risk department for consideration Build successful and congenial working relationships with brokers, solicitors, surveyors and customers, plus internal admin., credit risk and finance Manage a large pipeline of cases through to completion Observe the principles of TCF and KYC at all times Protect the company at all times from unnecessary risks Essential Attributes IT and Internet literate Excellent powers of communication Enthusiasm, determination, grit and energy Extreme accuracy Customer focussed, professional and well presented Proactive and self driven. Used to mandates of up to £350k Minimum of 2 year’s experience in a similar capacity Must live within easy travelling distance from Brentwood, Essex. Pendry Selection Services, the Financial Services Recruiters are handling this vacancy. If you have all of the essential attributes and are interested in this pivotal role, call us right away or email us your cv. All shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 24 hours . 30000.0000 Speciality: Mortgage Underwriter. Location: Brentwood, Essex Fri, 17 May 2013 02:41:11 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148137572&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148137572 Hudson is recruiting an Analytics Manager to join a leader in its field within Financial Services. In this varied role you will manage the Rules, Analytics and Controls team within the Risk and Fraud department. This is a wide ranging role and you will have the opportunity to provide strategic insight and planning to help expand the business. The key accountabilities of the position are as follows: responsibility for the performance management, training and development of your team accountability for ensuring the optimization of Risk Fraud management systems and processes including scorecard development involvement in Control and Rule design, implementation and monitoring responsibility for defining and investigating new systems and processes as they become relevant providing analysis and insight to the business to make informed decisions. This entails continuous monitoring of accounts, the provision of daily dashboards and other ad-hoc investigations driving strategic change within the business as it continues to offer new services managing and prioritising a wide variety of projects ensuring data collection capability in relevant systems and business processes determining queries to create reports as required. The ideal candidate will demonstrate or possess the following: 5-10 years managing Analytics teams within credit risk, fraud or compliance a Degree in mathematics or related discipline expert knowledge of the leading originator and processing fraud\detection products on the market highly developed analytical, judgemental and investigative skills sound decision making skills with the ability to balance risk and reward excellent knowledge of SQL, SAS or an equivalent a deep understanding of Risk, fraud and compliance operations and reporting good knowledge of AML requirements and best practice good knowledge of FSA regulations, Visa and MasterCard compliance excellent team work and project management skills excellent verbal and written communication skills the ability to present to third party clients and Financial Institutions an ability to work independently and as part of a team an ability to work under pressure. This is an extremely interesting role with the opportunity to grow with a very successful organisation. Please note you will receive an automated response advising you that we have received your CV. Hudson is a leading provider of permanent recruitment, contract professionals and talent management solutions worldwide. 40000.0000 Speciality: Other Financial Services. Location: Birmingham, West Midlands Sat, 18 May 2013 03:31:17 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146512467&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146512467 My client a leading IT and Finance Solutions company based in Wimbledon are looking for a Partner Manager to join their successful and growing team. This is an external sales role, where the objective of the role is to engage key vendor partners and develop new relationships. You will be required to work amongst the named IT vendors to ensure understanding of existing programs and tactically plan and execute steps necessary to drive adoption of programs across the vendors point of sale. It is also essential for the Partner Manager to train all sales people at each vendor to ensure they have the right amount of knowledge and be conversant with the companies finance as a sales aid. The following core competencies are essential to fulfill this role: Experience in the technology sector Experience in providing sales aid finance to vendors-ideally for a third party finance company rather than a capitive A clear understanding of the software sector and the current challenges,trends, and dynamics of this sector. Experience of working for a software business would be ideal but not essential. Good understanding of credit approval process and evaluating customer credit risk. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and successful business who are highly reputable in their market place. Basic £30k plus Company Car, Commission and excellent Benefits. Please note: Only suitable candidates who meet the relevant criteria will be contacted. 30000.0000 Speciality: Other Financial Services. Location: Wimbledon, London Sat, 18 May 2013 02:42:54 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146925995&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146925995 Sales Aid Leasing-Partner Sales Manager OTE £50k plus car and benefits IT Leasing An external sales role entailing responsibility for engagement with a defined number of key vendor partners and the development of new relationships. The Partner Manager will be responsible for driving towards increasing lease penetration and finance revenues within these accounts. The vendors could sell directly to end-users or with sell indirectly through a reseller channel. The specific vendor programs that will be managed will be confirmed each year but are in the main made up of vendors of the following profile. - Revenues of between £50m and £3bn - Software vendors (as opposed to hardware vendors) - Selling to a wide range of SMB customers All business written by these vendors will be transacted by the Partner Manager who will be responsible for owning the relationship with the vendors at sales and sales management level and will help to drive incremental revenue by providing account management and creating and implementing finance schemes, sales initiatives, and promotions that are supported by the vendor. Based from Surrey office 2 days a week but with autonomy to arrange time in field as required. Should be out of the office 3 days per week working on premise out of the offices of the vendors. Targets are annually agreed in advance and defined in a Commission Plan that is provided in conjunction with this Job Description. Sales targets are both revenue and gross margin based.. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Responsibilities fall into two categories. Program Management and People Management. - To develop and manage the defined vendors in order to maximise revenue and gross margin opportunity, through strategic engagement with the vendor. - Work amongst the named IT vendors to ensure understanding of existing programs and tactically plan and execute steps necessary to drive adoption of program(s) across the vendors points of sale. - To create and maintain account development plans for any named accounts in order to maximise the opportunity. - To gain visibility to vendors pipeline where possible and ensure a framework exists to support the vendor sales team in closing these opportunities by using finance as a sales aid - To hold regular reviews with vendors and report back on activity, props, business written, leasing penetration. - To promote finance from as an integral part of the vendors end user value proposition. - Engage with vendors senior management team to understand the wider objectives of the business and then productise our offer to add value in these areas. Support from a sales manager / director will provided in this area. - Ensure all sales people at each vendor are fully trained and use finance as a sales aid CORE COMPETENCIES The following core competencies are considered prerequisite to the role: - Experience in technology sector - Experience providing sales aid finance to vendors - ideally for a third party finance company rather than a capitive (although captive experience considered) - A clear understanding of the software sector and the current challenges, trends, and dynamics of this sector. - Experience working for a software business would be ideal but not a prerequisite. - Demonstrable record of consistent over achievement - Strong relationship development at sales management and sales person level - Good understanding of credit approval process and evaluating customer credit risk and Group policy and follow established procedures as outlined in the company handbook at all times. PACKAGE - Basic salary c£30k plus £20k commission plus £6k car allowance - 22 days holiday - Contributory pension - Income protection - Life Insurance - Private medical cover - Childcare vouchers - Season ticket loan Please call Julie Ramsay on to discuss more or send us your application today! 30000.0000 Speciality: Loans - Other. Location: Surrey, South East England Wed, 15 May 2013 02:47:32 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148398345&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148398345 My client a leading IT and Finance Solutions company based in Wimbledon are looking for a Partner Manager to join their successful and growing team. This is an external sales role, where the objective of the role is to engage key vendor partners and develop new relationships. You will be required to work amongst the named IT vendors to ensure understanding of existing programs and tactically plan and execute steps necessary to drive adoption of programs across the vendors point of sale. It is also essential for the Partner Manager to train all sales people at each vendor to ensure they have the right amount of knowledge and be conversant with the companies finance as a sales aid. The following core competencies are essential to fulfill this role: Experience in the technology sector Experience in providing sales aid finance to vendors-ideally for a third party finance company rather than a capitive A clear understanding of the software sector and the current challenges,trends, and dynamics of this sector. Experience of working for a software business would be ideal but not essential. Good understanding of credit approval process and evaluating customer credit risk. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and successful business who are highly reputable in their market place. Basic £30k plus Company Car, Commission and excellent Benefits. Please note: Only suitable candidates who meet the relevant criteria will be contacted. 30000.0000 Speciality: Sales & Business Development. Location: Wimbledon, London Tue, 14 May 2013 02:48:33 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147824654&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147824654 Trading Operations Analyst - VC Backed Online Investing Tech Start-Up London, SW8 £40,000 - £45,000 per annum. The Company: We are an exciting financial/tech start-up, offering a ground-breaking investing service built for everyone, regulated by the FCA, endorsed by the UKTI and backed by world-renowned investors. Launched in October 2012, the company has been rapidly growing in terms of the team, our customers and brand awareness with the public, press and industry leaders welcoming our unique approach to investment management. We were built entirely from scratch by a highly skilled and dedicated team of individuals from various disciplines (finance, design, engineering, law,) and an international network, and is advised by leaders in finance and academia. Through our team, ethos, and product, our vision is to democratise the world of investment and make it accessible for all. The Trading Operations Analyst Opportunity: The Trading Operations Analyst, initially reporting to the COO, plays an integral role in the regular trading activity of the business working from trade preparation through order processing to settlement actions. The function will work across the Operations, Investment and IT teams taking ownership of these three aspects of the trading process. Trading Operations Analyst Key Responsibilities: // Model data management: Collecting model inputs from investment team Hardcoding model splits into system Maintaining records of historical model data Securities data management: hardcoding in sedol, ticker data assessing ISA affinity obtaining trade approvals from third parties managing Custodian system stock lists // Trade cycle scheduling: managing timing of asset allocation committee meetings against intended trade dates Co-ordinating activities across team for trade days (we do not currently trade every day) organising timetable of trade day activities enforcing strict cut off times maintaining strict trade day logs and breach reports // Bulk bargain trade management: liaising with Operations team for trade exceptions generating list of customer accounts for trading/withdrawing reviewing accuracy of lists storing and managing all trade lists managing sets of bargain prices (intended trade day vs. actual trade day) seeking credit risk approval where applicable producing and storing Bargain Batch Load (BBL) files liaising with third parties on trade exceptions // Error accounting: management of error accounts reconciling error quantities against monthly invoices // Off-market execution of: agency crosses customer allocations via BBL lodgement facilitation account bargains Technical Skills / Qualifications Required: Experience in trading operations in discretionary investment management Previous experience of working in a middle office Educated to degree level or equivalent IOC or equivalent Excellent IT skills are essential as the processes involve significant automated steps Ability to handle large volumes of data in the preparation and processing of trades across all customer portfolios Previous experience of helping to shape trading functions and activities is desirable Application Statement: By applying for this role you give express consent for us to process submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. The Trading Operations Analyst is brought to you by RecruitmentRevolution.com - The UK's first online recruitment agency created 2005. 40000.0000 Speciality: Other Financial Services. Location: South West London, London Thu, 16 May 2013 02:55:29 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148639219&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148639219 My client, an innovative, growing and dynamic London based Finance Company, specialising in offering finance solutions to businesses are currently in the market recruiting an enthusiastic and hard-working Sales Account Executive to join their expanding team. Responsibilities: Managing business applications via telephone and emails, both inbound and outbound from registration through to acceptance of fundsWorking and communicating with the Business Development Team and introducers on a daily basis, including responding to queries and assisting with applicationsLiaising with the Credit Risk team on a day to day basis including pre-assessment of applications.Converting leads and maximising the number of successfully completed applications The Candidate 2:1 or equivalent experience preferable1-2 years experience in a sales environmentFinancial experience or awarenessExcellent communication skills, time management skills and proficiency at multi-taskingQuick to learn, understand, and explain complex concepts and products This is an excellent opportunity within a fast growing and dynamic company. If you are hungry, energetic and have the ability to think outside the box then please submit your CV so we can discuss this opportunity further 20000.0000 Speciality: Loans - Other. Location: London, South East England Thu, 16 May 2013 02:47:20 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145832159&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145832159 Fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation! About Oakwood Global Finance LLP Oakwood is an innovative financial services company that specialises in valuing, trading and managing portfolios of financial assets that are exposed to real estate and credit risk. Our team of experienced servicing specialists, based in London and North Yorkshire, offer market leading Primary, Special and Master Servicing to lenders and investors. Oakwood offers a one-stop-shop solution for loan servicing ranging from customer contact management and payment processing through to market leading collections and loss mitigation services all supported by advanced technology and accurate cash and data reporting. Specialties Mortgages, Consumer Finance, Specialised Mortgage Servicing, Primary Servicing, Origination, Special Servicing, Master Servicing, Portfolio Migration, Asset Management, Standby Servicing Primary Servicing Specialists Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced Primary Servicing Specialists. Objective: Key responsibilities include assisting with the day to day management of mortgage assets. This specifically includes oversight of the Mortgage Administration, Insurance, New Lending, redemptions and Complaint workloads. Other core aspects include assistance with monthly reporting, both internally and to investors/clients, ad-hoc performance analysis, and helping to maintain working relationships with servicing partners to further enhance efficient operations. Main Duties: To deliver accurate and timely processing of mortgage administration activities including General Administration, Insurance, New Lending, Redemptions and Complaints Responsible for daily interaction with customers and other associated third parties, accurate processing of data onto I.T. systems and ensuring that workloads are processed efficiently and effectively in accordance with agreed policies and procedures Creating and submitting referrals to line Manager for all requests outside mandate Assisting where required with third party auditing Assistance with monthly performance reporting Assisting with due diligence of new assets as and when required Competencies: Three years plus experience of Arrears Litigation in a mortgage or CCA environment Analyses problems, thinks creatively, and makes effective decisions in the appropriate timescale Strategic thinker with the ability to turn ill-defined opportunities and problems into clear strategic paths Demonstrates a good understanding of regulatory requirements and the impact these have on the business Evidences the ability to effectively relate to the customer and communicate pertinent information in a cohesive and relevant manner Excellent analytical and abstract reasoning skills[JW2] , plus excellent organization skills Able to apply consideration to potential outcomes and to make decisions with supervision Fully appreciates and consistently adheres to company compliance procedures and standards for their role Attractive Benefits Package Season ticket loan Contributory Pension Private Healthcare Life Assurance 25 days holiday Childcare vouchers Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme 22500.0000 Speciality: Mortgage Administrator. Location: South West London, London Tue, 14 May 2013 03:04:56 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145832179&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145832179 Fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation! About Oakwood Global Finance LLP Oakwood is an innovative financial services company that specialises in valuing, trading and managing portfolios of financial assets that are exposed to real estate and credit risk. Our team of experienced servicing specialists, based in London and North Yorkshire, offer market leading Primary, Special and Master Servicing to lenders and investors. Oakwood offers a one-stop-shop solution for loan servicing ranging from customer contact management and payment processing through to market leading collections and loss mitigation services all supported by advanced technology and accurate cash and data reporting. Specialties Mortgages, Consumer Finance, Specialised Mortgage Servicing, Primary Servicing, Origination, Special Servicing, Master Servicing, Portfolio Migration, Asset Management, Standby Servicing Arrears Litigation Specialists Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced Arrears and Litigation Specialists. Objective: To deliver workout solutions to customers experiencing payment difficulties and to manage the delivery of the litigation process via liaison with the appointed solicitors. Responsible for daily interaction with customers, information gathering, identifying suitable payment plans and other workout options and delivering successful workout solutions to customers. Regular interaction with solicitors, courts and bailiffs to ensure the litigation process is proceeding satisfactorily. At all times adhering to the agreed policies and procedures. Main Duties: Regular communication with customers who are experiencing payment difficulties Discussing and negotiating arrears workout options, e.g. arrangements, capitalisation, loan workouts, shortfall sales etc Monitoring agreed workout strategies to ensure they are complied with and taking further action in accordance with the Special Servicing Manual where appropriate Creating and submitting referrals to line Manager for all requests outside mandate Competencies: Three years plus experience of Loan Administration in a mortgage or CCA environment Analyses problems, thinks creatively, and makes effective decisions in the appropriate timescale Strategic thinker with the ability to turn ill-defined opportunities and problems into clear strategic paths Demonstrates a good understanding of regulatory requirements and the impact these have on the business Evidences the ability to effectively relate to the customer and communicate pertinent information in a cohesive and relevant manner Excellent analytical and abstract reasoning skills, plus excellent organization skills Able to apply consideration to potential outcomes and to make decisions with supervision Fully appreciates and consistently adheres to company compliance procedures and standards for their role Attractive Benefits Package Season ticket loan Contributory Pension Private Healthcare Life Assurance 25 days holiday Childcare vouchers Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme 25000.0000 Speciality: Collections. Location: South West London, London Tue, 14 May 2013 03:04:56 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=142669359&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=142669359 A leading financial services organisation with an impressive portfolio of partners is looking to recruit a experienced Mortgage Underwriter based in Solihull. You will assess, analyse, underwrite and process all new mortgage applications from receipt of application through to offer of loan. Maintaining service levels whilst ensuring the company’s credit policy and procedures are adhered to. Duties Responsibilities - Day one assessment of mortgage applications and preparation of detailed risk analysis Preparing outstanding requirements letters Communicating directly with financial intermediaries and customers, providing underwriting decisions and case updates Analysing and assessing all pre-completion incoming post Assessing willingness and ability to pay Analysing bank statements and company accounts accurately Reviewing and assessing valuation reports Carrying out Know You Customer (KYC) verification checks in line with policy Collating and analysing all obtained documentation and assessing overall risk and decision in line with credit policy Preparing detailed summary and recommendation Effectively exercising personal mandate in line with credit policy Liaising closely with senior mandate holders, surveyors, legal and the Customer Relationship Team (CRT) Liaising with Completion Officers with regard to ad hoc mortgage conditions where appropriate Assessing Transfer of Equity requests Reviewing and approving retention release requests Contributing positively to team meetings The successful candidate will posses the following skills and attributes - Previous mortgage underwriting experience is essential Understanding of the Mortgage lifecycle Business awareness and knowledge of the buy-to-let mortgage industry Ability to assess and apply sound risk assessment to each stage of the application process Understanding of criteria and the ability to apply credit policy and lending guidelines to underwriting decisions Knowledge and understanding of personal and company credit searches and credit scoring Previous experience of bank statement and company accounts assessment Previous experience of reviewing and understanding valuation reports Computer literate with working knowledge of MS Office applications Due to the high volume of applications currently being received if you do not receive a reply within 5 working days please assume that your application has been unsuccessful. We would like to thank you for taking the time to apply for this vacancy. 17000.0000 Speciality: Mortgage Underwriter. Location: Solihull, West Midlands Wed, 15 May 2013 02:49:39 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=131205600&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=131205600 Mortgage Advisor wanted urgently !!!You must have worked within a BANK. BUILDING SOCIETY OR ESTATE AGENT AS A MORTGAGE ADVISOR TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE!!! The role To deliver exceptional retail business performance through excellent customer sales, servicing, and transactional processing of all mortgage and mortgage related products. This is a specialist role operating in an externally competitive market where there are increasing levels of both internal and external compliance requirements Business activities: Delivering Service, Sales and Operational Excellence - Undertake required sales, servicing, and transactional processing in accordance with set procedures in relation to all Mortgage and Mortgage related products and services. This includes:- The full mortgage product range, Life Insurance e.g. Term Assurance and critical illness. Mortgage protection e.g. accident, sickness, redundancy, Home insurance e.g. Buildings and contents Achieve personal performance objectives relating to:- Customer Experience, Sales of products and services, Retail disciplines, Regulatory, Risk and rigour standards. Achieve Regulatory and operational risk and rigour excellence in all aspects of sales, servicing, procedure, process and documentation. Be proactive in the generation of mortgage business through:- Identifying and contacting potential new mortgage customers using appropriate tools e.g. via the leads management system , working with the branch manager to plan, monitor and review team contribution to overall performance-promotion of the various products and services to other outlet(s) staff in order to generate quality sales leads providing coaching and support as required. Identify when and where to refer the customer to the appropriate area/delivery channel for specialist sales or service help or advice e.g. BFM, Premier, BIFP. Develop and maintain effective / value added business relationships with other business areas e.g. Business Banking. Contribute towards the achievement of team performance objectives and where appropriate and as required, undertake sales of other products and services e.g. current accounts, personal loans, Barclaycard etc. Comply with operational risk and rigour requirements e.g. Health and Safety, Security of premises, critical incidents etc. Undertake basic administration duties as required including handling of faxes and mail, premises related activities e.g. notifying relevant area of repairs and maintenance needs. Understand and promote the Company Mission, Brand, Release the Power and customer service standards. Contribute/assist in championing the need for continuous improvement. Essential Knowledge In-depth knowledge of the full range of Mortgage and Mortgage related products with a good knowledge of the personal customer product set and an awareness of the business and premier product set. Good knowledge of relevant technical support systems e.g. Customer System, Mortgage Related products quote systems. Detailed knowledge and application of the standard sales process and associated procedures as applicable to relevant products and services. Detailed knowledge and application of regulatory and operational risk and rigour standards. Good working knowledge of internal processes and procedures and relevant procedure manuals. Detailed understanding of relevant aspects of legislation -Mortgage Code, Banking Code, Financial Service Act, N4 Regulation, Consumer Credit Act, Cheques Act, Data Protection, Money Laundering Act, Health and Safety Act etc. Good knowledge of complaints handing process and procedure. Good understanding of the current mortgage environment e.g. competitors, legislation. Good understanding of outlet performance objectives. Knowledge of the CLASS sales leads system. Awareness of Distribution strategy, goals and objectives, operating structure and interfaces. Good knowledge of interfaces with other teams. Essential Proven Sales and Service experience within a relevant / similar area Intensive initial technical training FULL CeMAP (Certificate in Mortgage Advice and Practice) qualification and Registered Mortgage Advisor status Whats on offer Basic from £20,000-£30,000 Private Medical (after 12 months service) - 27 Days Holiday Bank Holidays - Defined Benefits Contributory Pension - Candidate contributes 3% Company 20000.0000 Speciality: Mortgage Advisor. Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire Fri, 17 May 2013 13:31:30 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146926027&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146926027 Founded in 1861 to hire out rolling stock to the railways, Lombard has grown to become a major subsidiary within the Royal Bank of Scotland Group and the number one asset finance provider in the UK. Today we provide a full portfolio of financing solutions for a whole lot more than rolling stock. Vehicles, vessels, aircraft, machinery and technology are now performing tasks essential to the functioning of all sorts of businesses thanks to the services we provide. We're looking for an Asset Manager to join our specialist asset finance team at The Royal Bank of Scotland Group. This role has the option to be based in Birmingham, London, Redhill or Rotherham. As an Asset Manager, you'll lead the valuation of car and light commercial vehicle assets for various areas of Lombard Core Business, ensuring that estimations are as accurate as possible without taking undue risk. You will ensure that debt based transactions are supported as credit and sales require and exposure levels are accurately calculated. Additionally, you'll include application of valuation information to specific credit and RV approvals for new business or as part of the annual review cycle. In doing so, you will influence the Lombard portfolio structure through market experience, knowledge and commercial acumen. To be successful as an Asset Manager in this varied role you must have An understanding of all asset finance industry products and their key drivers. A strong understanding of assets and their risk/value characteristics. Demonstrate understanding of financial returns. An understanding of risk of asset depreciation, particularly around new plate dates and year end. Car and light commercial vehicle asset sector knowledge. General knowledge of the asset management business. Understanding of risk methodologies and calculations. Knowledge of leasing structures and risk mitigation. The ability to undertake or instruct experts to perform statistical analysis. In return, we offer an excellent employee salary and 30% cash and benefit funding programme which can be tailored to suit your individual needs. In addition to financial benefits, we offer a wide selection of exclusive lifestyle offers, development and learning programmes, services and support designed to help you manage and balance your own work-life priorities. Please note as part of our referencing process credit checks will be undertaken. Did you know that the RBS Group won a number of awards as a top employer in the UK in 2012? Best Business Awards 'Best Employer', Business In The Community Top 10 'Ethnic Equality' 'Gender', Working Families 'Top 10 Employer', Workingmums.co.uk Top Employer 'Employee Engagement', The Times Top 50 'Where Women Want to Work', The Times Top 100 'Graduate Employers', and The Sunday Times 100 'Best Companies to Work For'. 0.0000 Speciality: General Management. Location: Redhill, Surrey Wed, 15 May 2013 02:47:33 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146512505&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146512505 Interaction Recruitment are pleased to be recruiting on behalf of their client who are an established specialist lender, loan servicer and acquirer of a range of assets for a Underwriter to join their expanding team on a permanent basis. Purpose: With the ability to demonstrate a thorough approach to the risk assessment of both consumer and corporate applications and to apply these skills across a broad range of financial products. You will underwrite loans from receipt of application through to the release of funds, ensuring that the Departments excellent standard of customer service and commitment to providing regular communication to our business introducers is maintained at all times. Duties: Awareness, understanding and contribution in achieving the business area's objectives Achieve personal objectives set by Team Leader Maintain a values based approach to service delivery that is customer focused, in line with the Voice framework and culture The evaluation of loan applications utilising the appropriate credit reference data, fraud prevention techniques, credit policy and lending guidelines and procedures The analysis of supporting documentation Effective handling of all incoming new lending enquiries Where appropriate authorise the sign off of pay out completion applications Possess the ability to work with a degree of autonomy and empowerment but making fully informed referrals where necessary to more experienced team members/higher mandate holders or a Team leader Where possible be a mandate holder, actively utilising the mandate across the department Ensure decisions are delivered in line with agreed deadlines and service standards Establish and maintain professional relationships with external service providers, introducers and internal customers Skills: Previous experience and working knowledge of working in an underwriting position Awareness and understanding of all prevailing regulatory and compliance requirements Strong business awareness and excellent risk management skills Ability to communicate clearly and concisely on all levels Educated to GCSE or equivalent with a minimum Grade C in English and Maths A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Customer Service Experience of underwriting is essential, however further training will be given Hours: 37.5 hours per week Salary: Up to £18k DOE Please email your CV to 16000.0000 Speciality: Loans Underwriter. Location: Solihull, West Midlands Sat, 18 May 2013 02:42:57 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146925952&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146925952 Personal Banking / Mortgage Official Hampstead £24,000-£26,000 per annum 12 month contract The role: Provide support in relation to all aspects of mortgage sales, regulation and supervision Relationship and credit management responsibilities for an assigned portfolio Prepare and submit credit mortgage applications Conduct telephone based mortgage interviews in accordance with regulated sales process Deal with regulated mortgage enquiries Where necessary complete conversions and amendments to existing mortgage facilities Manage and resolve daily issues as they arise Essential requirements: Personal Banking and Mortgage experience Detailed knowledge of mortgage regulation High level of credit management skills Lending, analytical and negotiation skills with the ability to analyse credit and risk Committed to maintaining strong client relationships and providing quality customer service Able to work on own initiative Strong communication skills 24000.0000 Speciality: Mortgage Advisor. Location: Hampstead, London Wed, 15 May 2013 02:47:31 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148137685&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148137685 Our Client An established Retail Financial Services business are presently looking to recruit an experienced Regulatory specialist to work in a senior capacity within their existing team outside of London. The Role The primary purpose is to support the Head of Compliance in the ongoing management and monitoring of risk and your main duties will include: Providing advice, guidance and support on regulatory issues as required Preparing reports and MI for the Head of Compliance Ensuring that appropriate compliance policies and procedures are effectively implemented into the business Ensuring that efficient and effective compliance monitoring is carried out in accordance with the Bank’s risk based monitoring methodology Following the process for classifying, investigating and reporting complaints to ensure they comply with regulatory requirements Being a member of local Risk and Compliance Committee Reviewing financial promotions as required Ensuring appropriate training on regulatory requirements is provided to all members of staff Key Requirements Strong Compliance Advisory experience preferably gained within a Retail Banking, Credit Cards, Loans or Consumer Finance environment Familiar with overseeing risk management policies and procedures Excellent understanding of the regulatory requirements which apply to Retail Financial Services Experience of conducting audits and reviews Excellent communication - written and verbal Strong commercial awareness regarding the impact of Risk on the business 0.0000 Speciality: Compliance. Location: London, South East England Sat, 18 May 2013 03:31:22 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148398332&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148398332 Our client, a rapidly expanding and successful employee benefits consultancy, currently requires an Administrator / junior consultant to provide support to their growing employee benefits team. Candidates will be required to: - Produce and package accurate new member packs (new business quotations), making sure all supporting literature is compliant -Monitor case/client progress through to policy extraction, credit and commission payments - Carry out annual reconciliations on group pension renewals/flex/group risk and total reward arrangements Experience: - Have a good level of experience in the administration of group risk, group personal pensions and other employee benefit schemes - Have experience of talking to product providers regarding group risk/flex benefits and pension product queries - Have attained or working towards professional qualifications In return candidates can expect to receive a competitive basic of £25k as well as an excellent flexible benefits package. 20000.0000 Speciality: Employee Benefits. Location: West Byfleet, Surrey Tue, 14 May 2013 02:48:32 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792194&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792194 Our client is looking for a Relationship Manager to join their successful team in Preston. Dealing with general trading businesses with turnover broadly £5-£50m, the successful candidate will take over an established portfolio of quality businesses. You will have strong lending skills will have dealt with trading businesses. You will have strong credit skills/relationship management experience, and an ability to get to grips with a business quickly understand their requirements is also a must. In return our client offers a stable culture great working environment, given their plans for growth can also offer good scope for progression. Essential Skills: Proven track record with clients in this turnover space Understanding of Customer requirements ability to work with them and understand their needs Effectiveness within the role through a drive for results Proactive approach to both client management Personal and Interpersonal skills Strong technical skills around lending, credit and risk awareness Technical Knowledge Visibility within the territory networking abilities mobility within the patch 35000.0000 Speciality: Other Financial Services. Location: Preston, Lancashire Fri, 17 May 2013 03:02:55 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792075&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792075 Our client has an opportunity for a Business Development Manager to cover Birmingham the West Midlands. The role will focus on general trading businesses turning over broadly £5-£50m and the successful candidate will be comfortable winning new business in this space. The role requires strong lending and credit skills as well as a good track record in working with general trading businesses from a BD perspective. In return our client offers a stable culture great working environment, given their plans for growth can also offer good scope for progression. Essential Skills: Proven track record with clients in this turnover space Proven ability to win new business of achieving against sales targets Strong network of professionals/connections Understanding of Customer requirements ability to work with them and understand their needs Proactive approach Strong technical skills around lending, credit and risk awareness 45000.0000 Speciality: Business Development Manager. Location: Birmingham, West Midlands Fri, 17 May 2013 03:02:50 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792074&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792074 Our client has an opportunity for a Business Development Manager to cover West Yorkshire. The role will focus on general trading businesses turning over broadly £5-£50m and the successful candidate will be comfortable winning new business in this space. The role requires strong lending and credit skills as well as a good track record in working with general trading businesses from a BD perspective. In return our client offers a stable culture great working environment, given their plans for growth can also offer good scope for progression. Essential Skills: Proven track record with clients in this turnover space Proven ability to win new business of achieving against sales targets Strong network of professionals/connections Understanding of Customer requirements ability to work with them and understand their needs Proactive approach Strong technical skills around lending, credit and risk awareness 45000.0000 Speciality: Business Development Manager. Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire Fri, 17 May 2013 03:02:50 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792073&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792073 Our client has an opportunity for a Business Development Manager to cover South Yorkshire. The role will focus on general trading businesses turning over broadly £5-£50m and the successful candidate will be comfortable winning new business in this space. The role requires strong lending and credit skills as well as a good track record in working with general trading businesses from a BD perspective. In return our client offers a stable culture great working environment, given their plans for growth can also offer good scope for progression. Essential Skills: Proven track record with clients in this turnover space Proven ability to win new business of achieving against sales targets Strong network of professionals/connections Understanding of Customer requirements ability to work with them and understand their needs Proactive approach Strong technical skills around lending, credit and risk awareness 45000.0000 Speciality: Business Development Manager. Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire Fri, 17 May 2013 03:02:50 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145833606&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145833606 The Role The purpose of this field based role is to act as the eyes and ears of the Collections department, visiting and conversing with delinquent merchants. The role holder will be expected to take responsibility for specific and more complex debt cases and follow them through to a successful conclusion. This is a key role and will require that the individual show investigative skills, significant character in dealing with people and be a self starter used to working on their own. Key Accountabilities Act as the Senior Field lead on remedial risk management efforts for acquiring business. To investigate a portfolio of problem accounts (substandard, potentially failing credits) Work closely with Senior Credit Management, Legal Counsel, Operating Units, Insolvency Practitioners and Banks etc. this role will formulate and define workout strategies, restructurings, turnaround plans to ensure that WorldPay does not suffer material loss in its Acquiring book Primary WorldPay contact on liquidations, bankruptcies, administration and receiverships. Participate in creditors' meetings and merchant audits, representing WorldPay interests. Management of a defined collections portfolio. Implement innovating and lateral debt recovery strategies successfully and flawlessly. Skills Experience At least 10 years experience in problem account management and workouts with ability to detect problems early Excellent analytical skills, quantitative and qualitative Proven first class negotiating skills Strong communication skills, both verbal and written Detail and result orientated Good people management skills Travel - about 90% Relevant degree and / or certification (formal Credit Training) Acquiring experience an advantage, but not required Proficiency with standard software applications About us WorldPay is a leading financial technology company. Every second of every day, we help businesses around the world to collect payments swiftly and securely. In fact, there's a good chance that WorldPay took care of your last payment - be it a winter coat or a summer holiday - you just didn't know it. Right now we're on a fresh and exciting journey that will see us become an even greater force within our field. We're positively brimming with opportunity and potential. In short, this is a brilliant time to join us. Become part of the team at our brand new Manchester Business Support Centre in the fashionable area of Spinningfields. We're right at the heart of the vibrant business community, with an enviable choice of stylish shops, bars and restaurants on our doorstep. 0.0000 Speciality: Loans - Other. Location: Manchester, Lancashire Tue, 14 May 2013 03:05:46 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147320750&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147320750 An exciting opportunity has arisen to work for a Financial Services organisation in the West Midlands within a Contact Centre / Call Centre environment. We are looking for an experienced Complaints Manager from a financial services background that meets the following criteria: Minimum 5 to 7 years in an operational management role, within a customer services environment (preferably in a Complaint Management arena) Understanding of FSA Complaint Management Regulatory Guidelines Experience of working within a Call Centre environment/Customer Service Operation Proven People Management Skills The successful candidate will have a successful track record of: Managing and owning’ the end to end Customer Complaint Process inclusive of responsibility for associated management information, root cause and trend analysis. Responsibility for Regulatory Complaint reporting Supporting an increase in customer satisfaction levels through the championing’ of quality initiatives that remedy root cause issues identified by complaints, queries and customer feedback. Focusing on improving the quality of the service delivery through the eyes of the customer’ and able to propose improvements to the process and policy accordingly Creating and maintaining excellent collaborative working relationships across the business. Responsibilities Working within the Operations Team, the jobholder will manage a team of direct reports focused on appropriately responding to and closing down Customer Complaints and Expressions of Dissatisfaction. The jobholder will be expected to build relationships with cross business Managers and key Client contacts. To raise awareness, seek solutions and closure on issues impacting the customer and resulting in complaints. You will be expected to: challenge existing process, procedure and policy gain cross business and cross functional buy in’ for change activities lead proactive client feedback/ liaison delivering against target SLA’s. People engagement: develop organisation structure to support Customer Complaint’ activities build on teams competency levels through effective performance management managing and measuring performance of the department and individuals through KPI create an environment that rewards and recognises individual and team performance Compliance and Risk Management: ensures adequate risk management structure and monitoring processes are in place to mitigate all potential risks ensuring Organisation Compliance in respect to Regulatory rules and guidelines, i.e. FSA Complaint Management ownership of Regulatory Complaint Management reporting. Quality/Process Improvement: establishing robust processes and monitoring tools to support end to end Customer Complaint Management activities focus on quality measurement and continuous improvement relating to processes impacting customer satisfaction and complaint levels to achieve added value through improved process efficiency and delivery of higher quality levels championing process reviews and improvement initiatives in support of processes identified as impacting customer complaint levels Financial/Budget Management - effectively manage the department budget generating cost benefit cases in support of change initiatives Project and Work-stream Management - champion and lead change implementations employing project management and change control skills. MI and Reporting: development of Complaint Management’ and Customer Complaint’ information management systems using bespoke software and in-house developed databases development of a monthly functional scorecard Managing priorities in line with changing business imperatives and client and customer demands Who are we? We operate in a dynamic, fast paced, state of the art environment in the heart of Solihull and offer great opportunities to develop within one of the fast growing Financial Services organisations in the UK. How to Apply: Please apply via the job board. Stringent pre-employment checks will be made and must satisfy business requirements - these will include Credit Checks and Employment References. 35000.0000 Speciality: Compliance. Location: Solihull, West Midlands Sat, 18 May 2013 02:59:28 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792116&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792116 International banking firm are looking to recruit a Project Manager for their Customer Services department in their Manchester city centre offices. You will need to be an experienced Project Manager with a qualification in Business Management or a related discipline. You will need to have strong knowledge of the financial services or securities industries and be able to confidently multi-task in managing projects, resolving any issues, liaising with other departments whilst being able to report to senior staff. You will have strong negotiation, decision and problem solving skills. You will also be responsible for project reporting, project planning, issue and risk identification, scope management, estimation and project documentation preparation. In addition to the above the successful candidate will need to be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills on all levels as you will be the first point of contact for customers and groups within the organisation, answering queries and resolving issues from small scale to large scale projects. You will need to be flexible whilst working in this role as there will be frequent travel to London. This is a very demanding and varied role and as a 6 month temporary contract, is a great opportunity to establish yourself for further possible future opportunities to work with one of the largest global banking firms. Responsibilities include:- Ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and with minimum defects Project management by creating and maintaining project plans, organising breakdown structures, liaising with customers and technical groups to ensure delivery of projects Manage communication with the business functional level to discuss/resolve any issues and manage customer expectations Conduct and facilitate meetings for the status of any risk mitigation Facilitate testing preparation and execution Positively identifying any issues and escalating/resolving these as necessary Inform and prepare customer support and training support about new products providing direction and training to junior staff Management reporting You will need to:- Be able to effectively prioritise tasks Be able to work in a high pressured, high volume environment to strict deadlines Be proficient in Microsoft packages such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Office Have a broad knowledge of the firm, key functions and customer base Have a broad knowledge of Perishing systems and applications Strong judgement and leadership skills APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE CONSIDERED IF YOU HAVE THE RELEVANT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE! Please note that all successful candidates will be required to provide 5 years references and agree to a Credit Check and Background Check being conducted on them in accordance with FSA Regulations. Due to the high volume of responses, only successful candidates will be contacted. If you haven't heard from us within 7 days of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful for this role. 35.7100 Speciality: Other Financial Services. Location: Manchester, Lancashire Fri, 17 May 2013 03:02:52 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148791996&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148791996 Organisation Description A permanent role has arisen in Manchester City Centre for Screening Execs, this role is an administration/data entry role, however, some telephony duties are also included. Shifts are fixed so candidates must be able to work either 7am - 4pm or 4pm - 10pm - Monday to Friday based in a large office environment. Candidates must be able to start week commencing 17th June. The purpose of this role is to successfully pre-screen candidates going into temporary and permanent assignments. The role is responsible for the successful completion of vetting and referencing for all new candidates within a service level agreement (SLA). The role demands a high level of accuracy to ensure files and the necessary regulations are managed to the highest standard. Job Description Pre screening Checks: ? Ensure that information is correct and present for a pack to enter into screening stage ? Complete screening and vetting checks (for example credit checks, qualification verifications, identity checks) and identifying adverse information ? Reviewing and analysing the adverse information and assessing the risk to the Client ? Ensure documentation is present and correct and ready for audit, satisfying legislation and client requirements Process management: ? Ensure all company processes, protocols and procedures are adhered to ? Administering the annual review of all Restricted Right To Work documentation ? Contribute to team goals and objectives, demonstrating a good understanding of specific recruitment processes and how they contribute to the prevention of low quality candidate employees, that may not fit the risk profile for clients Candidates will be measured by the following : ? Accuracy of checks ? Number of candidate packs completed ? All checks completed within SLA ? Relationships with key stakeholders ? To ensure errors in submissions are communicated to the branch network or external client ? Ensure all data capture systems are kept fully and accurately updated Person Specification We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate the following :- ? Experience of working in an audit or administration environment where accuracy is paramount ? Experience of explaining complex information in a simple and straightforward manner ? Experience of working in a target driven environment ? Numerate and detail conscious ? Proficient in the use of a range of computer packages such as MS Excel, MS Word and databases ? Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work with a diverse range of people ? Proactive with demonstrable ability to prioritise and manage workloads ? Demonstrable team working skills This role offers salary £14,250 + benefits and an excellent working environment Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited is an employment agency and employment business 14250.0000 Speciality: Compliance. Location: Greater Manchester, Manchester Fri, 17 May 2013 03:02:48 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147068107&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147068107 Our client, a rapidly expanding and successful IFA, currently requires an Administrator / Paraplanner to provide technical support to their growing employee benefits team. Candidates will be required to: - Produce and package accurate new member packs (new business quotations), making sure all supporting literature is compliant -Monitor case/client progress through to policy extraction, credit and commission payments - Carry out annual reconciliations on group pension renewals/flex/group risk and total reward arrangements Experience: - Have a good level of experience in the administration of group personal pensions and employee benefit schemes - Have experience of talking to product providers regarding group risk/flex benefits and pension product queries - Have attained the financial services CF qualifications (ideally 1-5) or FPC qualification - Ideally candidates will be working towards the Diploma qualification and have a working knowledge of 1st Software In return candidates can expect to receive a competitive basic of £22-30k as well as an excellent flexible benefits package. 22000.0000 Speciality: Employee Benefits. Location: Newmarket, Suffolk Thu, 16 May 2013 03:15:04 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147824884&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147824884 As a Relationship Manager for Commercial Direct you’ll be at the heart of our efforts to provide customer service that exceeds expectations every time. A core member of a close-knit team, you’ll be tasked with building strong and sustainable relationships with Commercial customers. Your ability to build genuine rapport by telephone will be central to your success. We’ll expect you to work both reactively (responding to credit and sales related calls) and proactively (identifying opportunities, initiating contact). It’s all about conducting thorough needs and risk analyses, to ensure we offer products and services that truly meet both our customers’ unique requirements and their individual means. You’ll be working to sales, risk and service targets, so it’s vital that you’ve got a proven track record of delivering results in a similar context. The ability to follow policies and procedures while conducting natural, evolving and engaging conversations is essential. We’ll expect you to be an empathetic individual, as adept at listening as you are compelling in conversation. Naturally, you’re highly motivated and keen to deliver excellence. Here, you’ll enjoy the opportunity to influence customers’ perception of our business. We value diversity and always appoint on merit. 21510.0000 Speciality: Other Financial Services. Location: Birmingham, West Midlands Thu, 16 May 2013 02:55:39 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148639281&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148639281 Dedicated Share Plans Administrator needed for FTSE 100 Share Plans Department. We are one of the largest British companies in the world and are proud to be the number one provider of business process outsourcing in the UK. We provide highly renowned recruitment services and solutions to a variety of sectors and due to our consistent expansion, we require Dedicated Share Plans Administrator in our Share Plan department in Beckenham, Kent. Responsibilities:- Administer Plans, adhering to o department procedures o the Client’s and Participants requirements o the Trustee/Scheme Rules o HMRC guidelines o FSA guidelines o Risk Policy o Stock Exchange guidelines (in respect of Director’s announcements) o Other Regulatory requirements/bodies as appropriate Preparation and organisation of accurate and timely mailings to participants Maintain a schedule of key activities under the Plan. Undertaking the purchase or sales of shares for Clients/Participants Producing Accurate reports within agreed timeframes for the client Minimising operations Risk checking own work before passing for 2nd and 3rd management check Accurate production and distribution of monthly and ad-hoc reports to Clients Clear cash differences highlighted by the regular bank account reconciliations, target nil exceptions 21 days Essential skills:- Strong excel (VLOOKUP’S, Pivot tables, etc at a minimum) Share Plans experience is highly desirable Advanced problem solving skills and be confident with numbers, and Understanding about how shares work. (Knowledge on any type of employee plan would be beneficial) Communicate effectively at all levels. If you feel you have the skills detailed above, who is looking for long term career progression and development, don't hesitate to apply today! The successful applicant will be subject to a CRB and Credit Check due to it being an FSA regulated business. Capita Resourcing welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of gender, race, disability, age or sexual orientation. Capita Resourcing is a trading name of Capita Resourcing Ltd. Services offered are those of an Employment Agency and Employment Business. Applicants will be required to register with us. 18000.0000 Speciality: Other Financial Services. Location: Beckenham, Kent Thu, 16 May 2013 02:47:21 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148639209&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148639209 Here at the Royal Bank of Scotland Invoice Finance (RBS IF) business, we utilise clients' debtor books to turn outstanding invoices into usable capital, advancing up to 90% of the value of invoices within 24 hours, normally on the day that they are raised. Primarily we offer three types of invoice finance: asset based lending, invoice discounting and factoring. Our vision is that by 2015, we’ll have significantly increased our advances to UK businesses - by leading the market in working capital and asset-based funding solutions as the most innovative and client-focused provider. RBS IF are currently looking to recruit an Assistant Relationship Manager to join their team in Cambridge. Key responsibilities of the Assistant Relationship Manager include: Responsible for resolving day to day client queries and finding suitable solutions Utilise risk management tools to identify risk situations Assist Relationship Manager with the review process through timely preparation of review packs Highlight income opportunities and ensure charges are processed wherever appropriate The Individual To be successful in the role of Assistant Relationship Manager you will be a motivated, enthusiastic team player, with a passion for customer service and a keen eye for detail. Experience in finance/Invoice Finance is advantageous In return, we offer an excellent employee salary between £14,788 - £20,280 and 25% cash and benefit funding programme which can be tailored to suit your individual needs. In addition to financial benefits, we offer a wide selection of exclusive lifestyle offers, development and learning programmes, services and support designed to help you manage and balance your own work-life priorities. Please note as part of our referencing process credit checks will be undertaken. 14788.0000 Speciality: General Management. Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Thu, 16 May 2013 02:47:19 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145831726&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145831726 Based in the branch network you will lever the strength of the RBS NatWest Brand and loyal customer base of 13 million people. At RBS, the vision for UK Retail is to become Britain’s most helpful and sustainable bank. Our people are key in helping us achieve this, which is why we place a high priority in recruiting the very best people with the right skills, experience and behaviours. You'll ensure your customers receive the best possible customer service whilst generating revenue for the bank. To comply with European Commission State Aid requirements, RBS agreed to make a series of divestments to be completed within 4 years from December 2009. One of these Divestments relates to the sale of the RBS branches in England and Wales and NatWest branches in Scotland as well as the personal and SME accounts attached to these branches, the Direct SME business and some mid corporate customers. The sale process is on going and it will be business as usual for our customers and employees for the foreseeable future and so we are continuing to recruit for roles as usual. This role is in scope of the sale. The role requires you to lead, manage and coach your team to achieve and exceed branch objectives across a variety of areas, whilst proactively taking steps to make your branch the most helpful financial services provider in your area. Undertake effective planning and rostering to meet customer expectations, anticipating changes in demand. By providing leadership, direction, motivation, coaching and support to team members you will maximise business performance and ensure that relationships with our customers are strengthened. The RBS Group is recognised as having one of the most innovative and flexible reward programmes in the financial services sector Salary starts from £22,252 pro rata to £27,815 An additional 25% benefit funding which gives you the option of choosing your own mix of either all cash and / or benefits - totalling £27,815 to £34,769 pro rata package Opportunity to participate in bonus schemesA huge range of discount vouchers which cover everything from childcare to shopping, wine and fashion Discounted group products such as life assurance, private medical cover and insurance options At Performance Reviews, a Branch Manager will be accountable for meeting targets in the following areas: Service Income Risk People Implementing change effectively. Adherence to regulatory requirements, e.g. Mortgage Conduct of Business (MCOB), Insurance Conduct of Business (ICOB). Achieving the above by displaying the right attitude, behaviours and actions that are consistent with our Values. Provide excellent service to customers through our service processes (e.g. concerns handling, telephony process and service dialogue) and implementing clear Service Improvement Plans. Ensure your branch looks first-rate and the current brochures and campaign materials are displayed. Make certain the key processes are followed to book diaries in advance ensuring maximum appointment levels. Develop, implement and maintain a business plan for your branch (including linked branches) - focus it on achieving customer acquisition, retention, cross sales and embedding our core sales and service processes. Understand what you and your team need to do to implement our strategy or change initiatives and communicate this to your team. Observe, coach and provide feedback to your team - ensure they are proactively filling diaries with quality appointments so that they can deliver objectives and maximise cross sales. Manage risk by ensuring the Bank’s key regulatory, operational, credit and control processes are followed consistently by your team. Ensure adherence to budgets allocated, e.g. stationery costs etc. Undertake effective resource management to ensure budget achievement, optimising resource to customer need. 27815.0000 Speciality: Mortgage Advisor. Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire Tue, 14 May 2013 03:04:39 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147320756&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147320756 My client is a well established Financial Services and Banking company that has an opportunity for an expereinced underwriter to join the team You will underwrite across all product lines within Asset Finance and lending. Produce weekly and monthly underwriting performance reports Monitor Compliance issues - Liaise with compliance team to be aware of statutory and regulatory framework changes and develop action plans as required Maintenance of Underwriting training courses in line with Credit Policy Make recommendations on lending criteria based on experience and examples. Support Underwriting Team Leader in Daily role. Adhere to company CIFAS process liaising with the Fraud Manager. Underwrite within risk policy Adherence to company and regulatory standards Customer satisfaction Value of Lending Offered/Drawn Pack back rates Urgent deadlines and timescales DPA Compliance FSA Compliance SAF Compliance Call/Application Quality Monitoring Previous Underwriting experience within a motor finance environment Basic knowledge of lending application processes, systems and screens. Product knowledge - scoring system to deliver APRs Good communication skills - verbal and written Quick and accurate keyboard skills Experience in dealing with third party companies and agencies Able to handle difficult conversations delivering decline decisions / appeals 0.0000 Speciality: Loans Underwriter. Location: Birmingham, West Midlands Sat, 18 May 2013 02:59:28 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147977152&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147977152 Global Client urgently require an Underwriter to join their team on a 9 month plus temporary assignment. The successful candidate will have a finance background, as a minimum qualified by experience in financial services sector. Duties include timely renewal of dealer credit facilities according to appropriate risk factors, make amendments as requested by dealers/manufacturers company sales team, maintain files, stock audit, reporting, underwriting facilities for new dealers entering the network, control checking and ad-hoc duties. Able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team, commercially aware and strong interpersonal skills. 13.0000 Speciality: Other Financial Services. Location: Watford, Hertfordshire Fri, 17 May 2013 03:03:52 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147977120&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147977120 We have an exciting opportunity to join this prestigious client in a role as a Temporary Reconciliations Analyst based in Glasgow City Centre. The successful candidate will be responsible for repairing all incomplete trades and investigating discrepancies and handling queries raised from all clients. Key Duties: Working within the Cash Payment team covering a range of functions and asset classes Repairing incomplete trades Support industry wide events including Credit Derivatives Ensure key controls and low break statistics are maintained Ensure operational risk and control procedures are maintained and improved To be considered for this role you will require the following: Investment banking operational experience essential Knowledge of FX and Money market products is preferred Intermediate/advanced Microsoft Office skills including Excel and Powerpoint Proactive thinker Strong communication skills Good organizational and time management skills If you wish to apply for this position please forward your CV to Gemma O'Brien via the 'apply online' link. HR Consultancy acts as both an employment business and an employment agency. 14.0000 Speciality: Other Financial Services. Location: Glasgow, Lanarkshire Fri, 17 May 2013 03:03:49 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792223&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792223 Multinational banking firm based in Manchester city centre require an analytical Oversight Administrator to work within their Utilities and Oversight team to provide reports and manage enquiries relating to Cash and Stock exceptions, Balance Sheets and Offshore Processing activities. The successful candidate will need to be experienced with working within a professional financial services environment and ideally have experience of financial forecasting. You will need a strong attention to detail and have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word. This is an exciting opportunity to work with one of the largest global banking organisations and would be an excellent way to improve on your financial services skills and experiences. If you are looking for a career in financial services then this is an excellent foot in the right door! Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Produce calculations accurately within agreed timeframes Perform daily analysis and review on all tasks Produce detailed reports and distribute to agreed parties Document all action taken to resolve any outstanding issues for future reference and audit trail Communicate and update appropriate internal and external stakeholders on all issues to minimise risk on behalf of the client or Bank Conduct root analysis to investigate and accurately assign all adjustments to the appropriate team/department for resolution Work in close cooperation with the Client Services, Data Services, Valuations and Central Accounts teams Work closely with supervisors and team members to maintain and build a network of contacts throughout the bank and with external parties All applicants will need to be able to provide 5 years of references in addition to agreeing to a Background and Credit check in accordance with FSA regulations. APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE CONSIDERED IF YOU HAVE THE RELEVANT EXPERIENCE REQUIRED! Please note that due to the amount of responses we receive, we are unfortunately unable to give feedback to individuals. If you have not heard back from us within 7 days please assume that you have not been successful for the role you have applied for. 9.6000 Speciality: Other Financial Services. Location: Manchester, Lancashire Fri, 17 May 2013 03:02:55 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792006&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148792006 HSBC who we are With over 7,200 offices in 85 countries, we are the leading international bank, delivering services and products to around 89 million customers worldwide. We combine extraordinary global reach with in-depth, hands-on local knowledge. That means we can provide people from different cultures and walks of life with the financial support they need. The support that helps them live the life they want. A world of opportunity HSBC is a global platform for careers. We currently employ well over 300,000 people around the world. Given the breadth and depth of our organisation, you can choose from thousands of different roles within our four main businesses: Retail Banking Wealth Management , Commercial Banking , Global Banking Markets and Private Banking. There are also opportunities in vital support functions such as Audit, Communications, Credit, Finance, HR, IT, Legal, Marketing and Risk. Whatever your role, wherever you are based, you will be part of a trusted global brand with strong foundations and exciting ambitions for the future. Pensions Administrator The Pensions Administrator role is based within Wealth and Insurance Business Services. The role of the Pensions Administrator is to service and administer Individual Personal Pensions which includes Retirements, Transfers and Open Market Options in accordance with external, internal compliance and regulatory requirements, product rules and current legislation/ internal controls. Your responsibilities will include: Acting in accordance with procedures, external, internal compliance and regulatory requirements, product rules and current legislation/ internal controls. Processing instructions in a professional and accurate manner, ensuring full explanations of any issues are resolved in a satisfactory timescale. Providing guidance and support to colleagues and encouraging teamwork. Continually considering the FCA's principle of Treating Customers Fairly. Sharing knowledge and experience with colleagues. Displaying behaviours required to support the Best Place to Bank principles. The ideal candidate for this role will have: Relevant product knowledge including knowledge of Pensions products and procedures Experience working in relevant environment/s, i.e. Financial Services Industry Experience of being confident in using the telephone as first point of contact Role relevant qualifications, i.e.CF1 FA2 is desirable but not essential Past working experience in a relevant role, i.e. Pensions Administration is desirable but not essential Past working experience on relevant systems, i.e. Lifepen, Lotus Notes, CPAS is desirable but not essential Experience of using relevant software packages, i.e. Word, Excel is desirable but not essential A track record of gaining an understanding of customers' needs and delivering excellent customer service In addition to the details listed above, the ideal candidate will have excellent accuracy and attention to detail, a positive attitude with good interpersonal skills as well as a flexible attitude to work. Consistently achieved objectives set for them and taken action to improve their own performance. The base location for this role is Bristol. At HSBC we are open to different ideas and cultures, connected to our customers, communities and each other and dependable by doing the right thing. These are the values that guide us every day and we seek to recruit people who share these values. We are also committed to increasing opportunities for our employees to work flexibly and welcome job share or flexible working applications. Key search words: Administration, Pensions, GCB8, Head Office, Bristol Rewards We promise to make sure you get the recognition and rewards you deserve. In addition to excellent training and development opportunities, you will enjoy tailored benefits, which may include: Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Group Income Protection Life Assurance Partner Dependents Benefit Please click Apply to find out more and apply for this role. 0.0000 Speciality: Pensions. Location: Bristol, Avon Fri, 17 May 2013 03:02:48 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148639114&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148639114 Analytical Consultant - SAS, SQL Marlow, Buckinghamshire £Competitive Plus Bonus (5% of salary), Company Car, Private Medical Insurance, Contributory Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, Permanent Ill Health Insurance, Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Employee Discount Scheme, Free Eye Care Tests, Subsidised Gym Membership, Free Parking, Childcare Vouchers, 25 Days' Annual Leave Our client is the world's leading source of commercial information and insight on businesses, enabling companies to make informed decisions. They offer bespoke solutions to businesses. An opportunity has now arisen for an Analytical Consultant to join their team. This is the ideal role for an analyst with a strong grasp of SAS and SQL and a track record of predictive modelling looking to take the next step in their career. Joining a leading company, candidates will benefit from excellent training, superb remuneration and global career opportunities. As an Analytical Consultant, you will be responsible for developing and rebuilding commercial credit scores across our client's international markets. You will ensure that our client's analytical solutions and products fully meet customer requirements and bring sustained revenue to the business. Working alongside a Senior Consultant, you will develop predictive analytics solutions and models in both risk and marketing areas. Working on a variety of projects, you will maintain timelines, document progress and present results to both internal and external customers. Your other duties will include: - Analysing and interpreting large amounts of global commercial data - Communicating complex analytical results to business leaders - Ensuring proper utilisation of analytical solutions To be considered for this role, you must have: - At least three years' experience of predictive modelling and developing local or global analytical solutions - Previous hands-on experience using SAS, SQL and other statistical packages - Experience of dealing with data sources from non-conventional data warehouses - A graduate degree in a quantitative or applied field, preferably an MSc or PhD in statistics, mathematics, physics, operational research, engineering or economics As an Analytical Consultant, you must possess strong collaboration and communication skills coupled with an analytical mindset. An independent thinker, you must have superb problem solving abilities and a sharp attention to detail. Experience of working within an international organisation would be beneficial to your application. To apply for the role of Analytical Consultant (SAS, SQL), please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Web Recruit Ltd. The services advertised by Web Recruit Ltd are those of an Employment Agency. Additional Keywords: Analytical Consultant, SAS, SQL, Statistical Modeller, Insight Analyst, Data Analyst, Data Model Analyst, Project Consultant, Data Consultant. 0.0000 Speciality: Consultancy. Location: Marlow, Buckinghamshire Thu, 16 May 2013 02:47:16 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145833588&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145833588 VACANCY: Associate Director- Financial Institutions, based in London paying £40,000 benefits package The overall purpose of the job is to: Identify and drive business development, primarily with new and existing customers across one or more Key Account portfolios. Assist the Key Account Director with product knowledge, sales research, customer relationship development, and research into solutions to meet customers’ needs using market and industry information and risk management for the portfolio(s) To manage the co-ordination of evaluation and execution of large structured transactions, under the supervision of, or assisting a more senior manager. The value of these transactions will typically be between £5m and £1bn Develop practical and appropriate credit solutions (or Lending structures) through understanding customer needs Monitor and control nominated accounts within Key Account portfolios Assist Key Account Director in business development activities, business planning, customer acquisition and strategy Business research, marketing, advertising sponsorship campaigns, production of MI, Pricing and covenant structures You will be assisting in the management of a portfolio of Asian, Middle Eastern and North African bank clients Working for a UK based, global stable non-government owned bank that reward their staff with a competitive salary and benefits package as well as huge career progression. FI knowledge and experience is a must and the ability to speak Mandarin is also desirable, although not essential. Visit our website- crsltd.info and complete the 2013 CRS Banking Finance Perception Survey for your chance to WIN £150 40000.0000 Speciality: Other Financial Services. Location: London, South East England Tue, 14 May 2013 03:05:45 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146843305&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146843305 Job Description Reed currently have a number of excellent opportunity available to work for the Lloyds Banking Group at their Manchester City Centre site as an Analyst Duties include: Ensure compliance with bank and regulatory policy identifying the need for action where necessary in order to minimise risk Respond to a range of queries, liaising as appropriate with line management and/or other business areas, clarifying issues and ensuring that the nature of the information being provided is understood by the recipient. Manage the on-boarding of new complex relationships and accounts, ensuring that all required banking services are set up. Review complete technical/complex account opening documentation, for acceptability and completeness, identifying and referring gaps/missing data in order to enable the account to be processed correctly. Skills and experience required: Experience of working within a similar role previously Applicants should be able to demonstrate excellent customer service skills Understanding of FSA regulations Procedural/product/specialist knowledge Oral written communication skills Organisational awareness Providing excellent customer service Successful applicants will be required to under go credit checks and must be available to start work on the 20th of May To be considered for this role please apply now Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited is an employment agency and employment business 9.8300 Speciality: Compliance. Location: Manchester Tue, 14 May 2013 02:47:51 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147672266&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147672266 Large International Bank and Asset Manager Tue, 07 May 2013 09:30:28 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145576960&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145576960 Interim Head of Unsecured Credit Risk The role holder will lead the Unsecured Credit Risk team and provide appropriate guidance on key unsecured credit and portfolio risk issues, supporting key risk mitigation activities in line with business plan targets. Location: Edinburgh Rate: 800-1000 per day Start date: May (Initially 3 months) Requirements: - Proven experience of designing, developing and implementing an unsecured credit risk strategy. - Experience of overseeing the implementation of the approved unsecured credit risk policies and frameworks. - Strong experience of developing, monitoring and reporting on enhanced risk modelling tools and techniques such as retail credit portfolio analysis, credit risk analysis, stress testing to support business planning and decision making. - Must have strong credit card experience. - Credit card migration experience is highly desirable. - Experience of of implementing credit risk decisioning engines is highly desirable. To find out more about Real, please visit us on www.realstaffing.co.uk Location: City of Edinburgh, Scotland Sat, 20 Apr 2013 04:30:49 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148539027&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148539027 Credit Risk Portfolio Manager Are you looking for a fantastic new role working with one of the UK's Leading banks? Are you and experienced Credit Risk Manager looking for a fantastic new career? This is the role for you! In this role you will be part of the Secured Credit Risk Portfolio Manage credit risk responsibilities Support the development of the Risk Appetite for Secured Credit Risk. Manage accounts of credit risk lifecycle Manage reports of collections and recoveries. Build strategies This role will see you as the face of risk portfolios and you will be required to attend senior meetings, performance boards and build actions and plans around strategies discussed. To apply for this role you will need the following Credit risk background Knowledge of corporate risk Portfolio management Experience of business lending/card based lending Excellent communication skills To find out more about Real, please visit us on www.realstaffing.co.uk Location: City of Edinburgh, Scotland Wed, 15 May 2013 06:40:39 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147208870&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147208870 Business Analyst, Retail Banking,Midlands, Credit Risk, 400-450pd A leading bank is currently looking for a Business Analyst with a strong retail credit risk or credit decisioning background to join their Midlands office in a contract position looking to pay a daily rate of 400 - 450 on a three month rolling basis. you will meet the following requirements: strong retail banking background Good Credit card experience Ratings agency experience is desirable: If not then a strong credit risk/credit decisioning background within a retail bank Extensive Experience of working as a business analyst Experience of scorecards or credit scoring Unsecured lending This is an outstanding opportunity to secure a contract position with a top bank, and be part of a growing team. If you match the above criteria please apply now. To find out more about Orgtel please visit www.orgtel.com Location: West Midlands, England Fri, 03 May 2013 05:37:06 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145246280&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145246280 This is an outstanding opportunity to secure a contract position with a top bank, and be part of a growing team. If you match the above criteria please apply now. To find out more about Orgtel please visit www.orgtel.com Location: West Midlands, England Wed, 17 Apr 2013 08:40:11 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148539015&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148539015 Business Analyst, Banking,Edinburgh, Risk Management, 300 - 350 per day A leading bank is currently looking for a Business Analyst with excellent risk experience to join theirEdinburghoffice in a contract position paying a day rate of 300 - 350 on a six month rolling basis. You will meet the following requirements: Proven experience within Wholesale markets including both current and emerging issues affecting companies and its approach to supervision Meet standards for the Corporate, Institutional banking and Mid market business Good knowledge of working within market risk or credit risk Previous Business Analyst experience within the financial services, including regulation, market activity, competitor activity and industry trends Strong experience in risk system development cycles Experience in supporting the execution of Operational loss management which would include: Data Validation, Event Reconciliation, Forecasting, KRI'S and Risk This is an outstanding opportunity to secure a contract position with a top bank, and be part of a growing team. If you match the above criteria please apply now. Key Words: Business, Analyst, Risk, Market, KRI's, Forecasting, Data, Validation, Event, Reconciliation, Regulation, WBM, Edinburgh, To find out more about Orgtel please visit www.orgtel.com Location: City of Edinburgh, Scotland Wed, 15 May 2013 06:40:39 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148166645&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148166645 Real Staffing Group are currently working with a Financial Services organisation in the search for an Operational Risk Analyst. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking Bank at the beginning of a new phase of projects. The purpose of the role is to provide specialist expertise on development and implementation of the bank's new credit card administration system and processes from a second line operational risk perspective. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in risk systems and process design and also across the risk lifecycle from originations, through account management to collections and recovery. For more information or to apply for this role please forward an up to date copy of your CV or contact Roz Travers on 0121 265 7474 To find out more about Real, please visit us on www.realstaffing.co.uk Location: City of Edinburgh, Scotland Sat, 11 May 2013 06:17:39 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148538910&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148538910 Commercial Analysis and MI Manager - Edinburgh - 45k+ Real staffing group is currently working with a well renowned Financial Services Institute in the recruitment of an experienced Commercial Analysis and MI Manager. This is a brand new vacancy which will see you looking after a small team of analysts implementing and actioning strategies. This role will see you acting as the liaison between Risk, Business Analysis, decision support and Commercial. The portfolio you will performing this analysis around will be Credit Cards and will be working closely with senior stakeholders. To qualify for the role you will need the following skill sets SAS Strong analytical skills Experience on writing reports and delivering presentations Strong communication skills To find out more about Real, please visit us on www.realstaffing.co.uk Location: City of Edinburgh, Scotland Wed, 15 May 2013 06:40:33 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147824825&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147824825 Operational Risk Framework Analyst This client is a leader in its field and as part of the business it operates a registered bank here in the UK. Providing financial services for the group and regulated by the relevant UK regulatory bodies, it currently seeks an experienced Operational Risk Framework Analyst to join the team. Key Objectives: To further improve the existing tools to identify, manage, mitigate report Operational Risk. To improve the Operational Risk input into the ICAAP process including Operational Risk stress testing and scenario development. The role will be required to operate and engage with management across a breadth of business functions and geographical areas. This role will work closely with the Operational Risk Management Analyst. Responsibilities Co-ordinate the identification and implementation of ongoing improvement actions to the Operational Risk Framework. Streamline current processes and enhance compliance with Basel II. Liaison where required with external advisors on Operational Risk Framework. Identify opportunities to improve companies risk identification process, (ie RACSA), ensuring it is in line with regulatory requirements industry best practice, and ensuring it optimises existing control processes. Co-ordinate the implementation of the process to company locations and functions, including consolidation and analysis of results. Support further integration of Operational Risk by increasing Senior Management awareness and company-wide understanding, including development of training initiatives consistent with industry best practices and the requirements of the FSA. Maintain a thorough understanding of the banking industry developments affecting Operational Risk Management - including the requirements of Basel II and the PRA FCA, and apply to company where appropriate. Regulatory / ICAAP Requirements : Co-ordinate the development of the Operational Risk input into the ICAAP process including development of Operational Risk stress testing and scenario analysis. Co-ordinate the Operational Risk preparation for any regulatory reviews, including development of training material as required for Senior Management. Support company locations regions in meeting local regulatory requirements establish appropriate Operational Risk frameworks. Governance Requirements : Support Corporate Governance requirements. Support the preparation, improvement and on-going maintenance of policies and procedures governing Operational Risk management across the company Support the development and maintenance of Operational Risk Desk Procedures Assist and cover for the Operational Risk Management Analyst from time to time as required. Person Specification Operational Risk experience in a banking environment Able to demonstrate experience of successful implementation of improvement actions relating to Operational Risk Frameworks Thorough understanding of UK regulatory Operational Risk requirements Experience of Operational Risk stress testing and scenario development A hands on’ style and an ability to consistently deliver whilst operating within a high pressure environment Desirable : Existing member of the Institute of Operational Risk 37000.0000 Speciality: Compliance. Location: Essex, South East England Thu, 16 May 2013 02:55:34 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145834700&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145834700 This Consultancy are an extremely high growth, market leading financial consultancy, growing faster than any other in the industry. They are the only professional services firm in Europe that focuses exclusively on the delivery of risk regulatory transformation projects within the financial services sector and they have an unparalleled knowledge of planned reforms and the resultant impacts. Given current financial reforms, our client has signed several large contracts with some of the world’s largest investment banks, insurers and hedge funds and is seeking a team of junior staff to deliver on their projects. They currently have 20 staff in their head office and 160 consultants deployed on client site undertaking project work. There is a mandatory spend of around £4bn on such projects within the next couple of years and our client is employing an aggressive growth strategy to be at the forefront of the industry. The firm is seeking: Risk Analysts/Modellers: Highly technical individuals looking to combine financial/risk analysis with programming and modelling in a client facing position. You will be based on site with clients and working closelt to calculate the impact/risk of upcoming regulation in their processes, models and portfolios. Great training is provided and after 6-9months you will move into a more senior and specialised position. As a small firm that is growing quicky you will see the impact of your work from day one. Required: At least 3 month’s experience working in the financial services or consulting industry At least a 2:1 from a top ten UK university A passion for small and growing businesses The desire to start making an impact from their first day in the office A track-record of excellence in everything they do. Programming or software skills representing your technical mindset (MatLab, R, VBA etc) Technical and numerical degree (engineering, maths, econometrics etc) Start date = ASAP (multiple roles available) AND 2013 Graduates Salary = Very competitive Location = City of London 20000.0000 Speciality: Group Risk Advisor. Location: London, South East England Tue, 14 May 2013 03:06:16 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=140269639&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=140269639 Compliance Risk Analyst - Midlands/Yorkshire - Up to £40K Our client, a leader in providing regulatory services in the financial services sector, is seeking an experienced Compliance Risk Analyst to join their team. As the Compliance Risk Analyst you will provide compliance, risk and governance services to customers in accordance with appropriate regulations and standards of service. Your responsibilities will include: - Contributing to compliance monitoring for clients - Keeping abreast of changes in regulation, legislation, code of practice - Non technical administrative duties, including publication of summaries and producing the weekly regulatory update - Updating the Compliance, Risk Governance template documentation as required in line with service level agreements To be successful in this position you will ideally meet the following: - Relevant experience in a compliance, risk and/or governance related. - Knowledge of FSA regulation. - Knowledge of the procedures and practices within the banking industry. - Ability to effectively communicate, both verbal and written - Excellent time management skills Due to the high volume of applications received, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, I am afraid your application has been unsuccessful. Risk Counter Fraud Skills is member of the Red Snapper Group. The Red Snapper Group acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer Compliance, risk, audit, governance, FSA, banking industry, Risk analyst, compliance analyst, governance analyst, compliance manager, risk manager, governance manager 30000.0000 Speciality: Compliance. Location: Yorkshire and Humberside, England Thu, 16 May 2013 03:03:32 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=136656901&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=136656901 Group Risk Administrator Manchester Salary £16,000 - £20,000 plus package A specialist IFA firm are looking to recruit a Group Risk Administrator to their ever expanding back office team. The company have been providing Chartered Financial Advice to corporate and individual clients for over a decade. To be considered for the role you must come from an IFA or Product Provider background and have previous experience of group risk and group pension schemes. My client place great emphasis on financial services qualifications, therefore they are looking for people who mirror their mind set and vision. Ideally you will have completed CF1, and GR1. This position involves delivering excellent service in relation to any group risk products administered by the company. Your daily tasks will include, maintaining payment files for group schemes, conducting research and ensure that the most cost effective and appropriate policies are selected at renewal, administer joiners leavers into schemes, update and maintain the 1st software database, and to liaise with clients and insurance companies in respect of general technical queries On offer is the opportunity to work for one of the most reputable firms not only in the North West but Nationally, a salary that is based around your experience and qualifications and an excellent package. For more information on this role and others like it contact Hamilton Briscoe 15000.0000 Speciality: Sales Support. Location: Altrincham, Cheshire Fri, 17 May 2013 03:06:03 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148276616&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148276616 Job Title: CREDIT CONTROLLER Location: Bath, Somerset Salary: up to £24,000, subject to experience The Business: The company has grown steadily over recent years and now has a turnover of just over expected to rise to £13.5M during the next financial year. Currently the firm employs 164 staff of which 81 are fee earning. The post is for a Credit Controller within the Accounts Team. Each team member has their own specific area of responsibility, but is not limited to just one discipline. There is often variety in the day-to-day requirements. Your Tasks: Management of a debt book with an approximate value of £2.5M Liaising with internal clients on the telephone, by email and face to face meetings as appropriate Dealing with external clients by telephone, fax, letter, email whichever means of communication is appropriate at the time Attending to incoming correspondence in an appropriate and timely manner Maintenance of the credit control module within the company Regular reporting, communication on progress, directly with the Financial Controller Plus the usual ad hoc credit control duties as required Raise write off s paperwork Investigate reallocation of cash as necessary plus other ad hoc duties normally carried out within the Accounts function familiarising yourself with the Office Manual and in particular, financial procedures of the firm. Requirements: A minimum of 2 years credit control experience preferably within a professional practice but not necessary Experience of working with / liaising with senior management Experience of working within an Accounts environment Self motivating and able to manage own workload Operating a computer - it will be necessary for the candidate to have knowledge and prior experience of computers and Microsoft products although training is given Inter-personal skills when dealing with clients (external and internal) and others Able to work under pressure showing commitment to your boss, your colleagues and the firm in general Maintaining a diary and postal services where necessary. Additional Requirements: Personal qualities are important. The candidate would be expected to work as part of a team with other members of the team. A sense of humour is essential along with the ability to work in harmony with others, and to contribute to a pleasant working environment for all concerned. Please click the APPLY button to send your CV for this role. (Keywords Credit Control Sales Ledger, Credit Control Officer, Sales Ledger Officer, Credit Control Executive, Sales Ledger Executive, Ledger Manager, Credit Control Clerk, Finance, Financial Control Executive, Collections Advisor) 24000.0000 Speciality: Loans - Other. Location: Bath, Somerset Sun, 19 May 2013 02:43:23 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145832217&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145832217 Credit Controller Uckfield, East Sussex Permanent, Full time Salary Negotiable: £18,000 - 19,000 A leading employer within the Uckfield area are looking for a motivated, organised and confident individual to join their efficient Credit Control Team. This role will report directly to the Credit Control Manager and offers the chance to join a highly successful and growing international organisation that can offer long term job security and progression. In addition, the team here are all very welcoming and there is a notably friendly working atmosphere. Onsite parking is available as are flexible working hours. The successful candidate will be assigned a large number of key customer accounts and tasked with overseeing the day to day running of these specific accounts for the long-term so as to strengthen relationships and reduce outstanding debt. In addition, the successful candidate will also need to carry out sales ledger administration such as reconciliations, cash posting and assisting with month end. This individual will be a valued addition to a hard working team and join an organisation that rewards employees for their level of commitment and tangible results. Existing Credit Control experience, good organisational skills, Excel competence, accuracy and attention to detail and professional communication are paramount attributes for this role. Related roles: Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Sales Ledger, Debt Recovery, Collections, Accounts Receivable Please apply via website or contact Georgina at Harvey John for more information. Credit Controller Uckfield, East Sussex Permanent, Full time Salary Negotiable: £18,000 - 19,000 A leading employer within the Uckfield area are looking for a motivated, organised and confident individual to join their efficient Credit Control Team. This role will report directly to the Credit Control Manager and offers the chance to join a highly successful and growing international organisation that can offer long term job security and progression. In addition, the team here are all very welcoming and there is a notably friendly working atmosphere. Onsite parking is available as are flexible working hours. The successful candidate will be assigned a large number of key customer accounts and tasked with overseeing the day to day running of these specific accounts for the long-term so as to strengthen relationships and reduce outstanding debt. In addition, the successful candidate will also need to carry out sales ledger administration such as reconciliations, cash posting and assisting with month end. This individual will be a valued addition to a hard working team and join an organisation that rewards employees for their level of commitment and tangible results. Existing Credit Control experience, good organisational skills, Excel competence, accuracy and attention to detail and professional communication are paramount attributes for this role. Related roles: Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Sales Ledger, Debt Recovery, Collections, Accounts Receivable Please apply via website or contact Georgina at Harvey John for more information. 18000.0000 Speciality: Collections. Location: Uckfield, East Sussex Tue, 14 May 2013 03:04:58 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148639217&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148639217 Credit Control Clerk The Candidate Previous credit control experience is essential Excellent communication skills, particularly relating to credit control. Good IT skills, in particular the use of Excel spread sheets Working knowledge of accounting principles, particularly relating to the tasks outlined above Good attention to detail Excellent organisation skills and the ability to prioritise workload The Role You will be responsible for assisting and supporting the Ledger Manager with credit control and chasing outstanding overdue debt. You will also have the following roles and responsibilities Credit control and chase outstanding overdue debts Answer incoming calls from account managers and customers who have any queries or issues Ensure the authorisation and processing of all expense invoices, ensuring laid down accounting procedures are followed To liaise with site managers and with suppliers to resolve any queries concerning outstanding accounts To ensure all charges are coded correctly and allocated to laid down accounting areas To ensure the accurate matching of invoices/orders/ GRNs/ Recoding To upkeep orderly files of all section documents Any administration duties as and when required The Company Our client is a long established business who specialise in supplying components to the furniture industry. Recently the company and product range have expanded greatly to cover a huge range of: full and processed sheet material, vinyl wrapped, PVC furniture doors and furniture fittings. The original area of operation was Greater Manchester this has now expanded greatly to include clients around the country, the position has become available due to an increase in demand. We will endeavour to read your application and assess your suitability for this and any other roles we have. Unfortunately we attract a very high volume of applications on a daily basis and therefore we cannot guarantee that we will be able to contact you directly with regards to the position you have applied for. We thank you for your application, if you have not heard from us within 1 week please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Keywords Credit Control Purchase Ledger Invoice Office Excel Manufacturing 16000.0000 Speciality: Other Financial Services. Location: Oldham, Lancashire Thu, 16 May 2013 02:47:20 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145833490&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145833490 Credit Controller Crawley, West Sussex Ongoing Temporary Assignment (Could Turn Permanent), Full time Salary Negotiable A leading employer in Crawley is looking for a motivated and tenacious individual to join their Credit Control Team. This role will report directly to the Credit Control Manager and offers the chance to join a highly successful and growing international organisation that can offer an engaging job role and progression. As this is an international organisation, existing experience of dealing with overseas customers is necessary. The successful candidate will be accustomed to working in foreign markets and have that international exposure. Duties include: - To reduce outstanding debt via contacting customers (email, telephone, letter - primarily telephone in a targeted environment) - Cash collection and allocation in various currencies - Resolving customer queries - Account reconciliations - Cash forecasting - Confirming cash receipts - Liaising with employees in other teams such as sales and customer services - Any ad hoc tasks as requested by the Credit Control Manager Existing relevant Credit Control experience, good organisational skills, Excel competency, accuracy, attention to detail and professional communication skills are paramount attributes for this role. Related roles: Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Sales Ledger, Debt Recovery, Collections, Accounts Receivable Please apply via website or contact Georgina at Harvey John for more information. 0.0000 Speciality: Collections. Location: Crawley, West Sussex Tue, 14 May 2013 03:05:42 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148137747&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148137747 Ref: EP296 Job Title: Credit Controller Salary: £16,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.00 am - 5.00 pm Location: Knowsley Duration: 6 months initially We have an exciting opportunity for a talented Credit Controller to work in Knowsley covering Maternity Leave for 6 months. As an experienced Credit Controller, you will have excellent communication skills and the ability to build and sustain relationships throughout the business. You will proactively work with clients to ensure that invoices are paid on time and agreeing payment dates for works completed but not yet invoiced. You will be familiar with finance control documents and processes such as debtors, monthly financial statements, allocation of cash and receipts, remittance etc. In addition, you should be able to work with varied IT systems. Some of our clients have bespoke systems, which we need to use on a regular basis. Following training, you will be expected to operate within these systems with minimal supervision. You will be comfortable working in a fast paced environment and will be able to demonstrate through your past experience. 16000.0000 Speciality: Collections. Location: Knowsley, Merseyside Sat, 18 May 2013 03:31:29 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147320385&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147320385 Credit Underwriter Basic salary £18000-20000 negotiable. Our Client is an expanding short term unsecured lender who is looking for an experienced credit underwriter to support the operations manager. Responsibilities Underwrite online applications and manage the case to payout Customer liaison via phone, fax and email Secure identity documents to support customers’ applications Highlight anomalies in applications and report possible fraud Assist the operations manager in all administration duties Essential Attributes Experience of sub or near prime loan underwriting Good understanding of relevant legislation, present and future IT and internet literate Numerate articulate and well presented Clean credit history and good references Must live within easy travelling distance from Slough PENDRY SELECTION SERVICES, the Financial Services recruiters are handling this vacancy. If you have the right experience and live near Slough, apply right away by phone or email. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 24 hours, weekends included. 18000.0000 Speciality: Loans Underwriter. Location: Slough, Berkshire Sat, 18 May 2013 02:59:06 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148639322&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148639322 Collections / Credit Controller with Financial Services experience SW London £25-27,000 - Initially a 6 month contract Our client is a specialist Finance Company and subsidiary of a large European financial services group, which offers Asset Finance to a variety of business channels including small businesses, large corporate and local government organisations. They currently have an exciting opportunity for a Credit Controller / Collector to join their experienced team. Working within a very busy, lively team environment, the majority of your time will be spent contacting corporate business customers by telephone to collect outstanding finance repayments. In addition, you may be involved with raising default notices and dealing with overpayments and queries that may arise internally. Further responsibilities will include assisting with the preparation of papers for serious cases where legal action may be required, ensuring compliance with regulations where applicable. This is a responsible role which will require the successful candidate to be a first class communicator, who is capable of working on their own initiative. Previous experience in an arrears management, collections, debt recovery, or credit control department is essential. In return for your hard work, the company offers excellent working conditions and a genuinely enjoyable working atmosphere where your contribution is recognised and valued. 25000.0000 Speciality: Collections. Location: South West London, London Thu, 16 May 2013 02:47:27 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148507241&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148507241 My Client is a Global Advisory Firm. They a currently looking for an experienced Risk Management Specialist to work in a diverse consulting team. You will be working in the Risk Management team which is comprised of investment professionals and actuaries. My client works in partnership with employer covenant advisers, corporate finance specialists, transactions specialists, tax experts and accountants. My client provides specialist advice mainly to sponsoring employers of occupational pension schemes.. The wider team also gives advice on transactions, international pensions, share schemes and financial reporting. You will be working alongside both the Risk Management and wider pensions team, but with a particular focus on Risk Management. Your work will involve you supporting the senior members of the team throughout the UK. The work will be varied and will include asset liability modelling, risk and sensitivity modelling, sponsoring company analysis, implementation and providing ongoing consultancy support to clients. Ongoing support includes business development, technical input to on-going projects and helping clients deal with understanding risk exposure and market changes. Requirements Experience required A degree in finance, economics, mathematics or similar Knowledge of risk modelling and valuation of equities, bonds and derivatives Strong quantitative and analytical skills Commercial and outgoing approach Motivation and commitment The ability to pick up new skills quickly Working towards or interested in working towards the CFA charterholder qualification Candidates would also ideally have some of the following: A good understanding of market risk management measurement techniques such as VaR Experience in explaining complex pensions ideas Knowledge of the pensions issues facing UK employers Responsibilities Your responsibilities will include the following: Using your risk valuation knowledge within a wide commercial context. Using the technical skills you have and build on them with commercial knowledge and project experience within a challenging environment. Taking on a wide-ranging portfolio of work while developing client exposure and business skills Maintaining regular contact with internal colleagues and external clients, including active account management. Assisting clients with their risk and investment related issues. Assisting the management team in developing new business. Advising businesses as part of a multi-disciplinary team, including other professionals such as Tax, Accounting, HR, wider employee reward and Corporate Finance. Randstad Financial Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies Employment Business Regulations 2003 40000.0000 Speciality: Pensions. Location: City Of London, London Wed, 15 May 2013 03:14:51 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146925853&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=146925853 Credit Control (Factoring/Invoice Discounting) Hastings Ref: 1367212 £18-23k SME with expansion plans and an exceptional commercial ethos is looking to employ a career minded experienced Credit Controller whom has Factoring experience and is looking to throw themselves into a job 100%. In return, this employer will be able to offer excellent career options as they progress in size and market share. The experienced Credit Controller sought will be exceptionally professional and very familiar with the industry The employer will consider candidates from 1 hour away but you will need to have your own transport due to location. Person attributes: Have a base level of expertise, be bright and have plenty about them. Quick learner, have an entrepreneurial ethos, real commercial focus. Please only apply to our job vacancies if you live within a commutable distance to the job location, or if you are in the process of relocating to said location. We endeavour to reply to all applications, however, if you haven't heard from us within 7 days, you have been unsuccessful with this particular role. You are very welcome to apply to future advertisements placed by The Sammons Group. The Sammons Group is an Employment Business and Employment Agency as defined by the EAA Regulations 2003, and we abide by the Code of Practice of our industry body (the Recruitment Employment Confederation - REC). We are committed to supporting and promoting diversity in the workplace, and have achieved the EQuality Assured standard, as endorsed by the Recruitment Employment Confederation. We welcome applications from candidates regardless of age, belief, disability, ethnic origin/nationality, gender/gender reassignment, marital/civil partnership status, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation - we recruit on the basis of talent. 18000.0000 Speciality: Loans - Other. Location: Hastings, East Sussex Wed, 15 May 2013 02:47:28 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145832145&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145832145 Risk Analyst Mid Kent Up to £50,000 Barker Munro Recruitment Ltd is working closely with this highly impressive, expanding Financial Services organisation to recruit a Risk Analyst to develop Management information for risk reporting. Within this Risk Analyst role you will also be required to produce ad-hoc analysis, assist in the development of risk management models, applying statistical methods and external bench marking. Support the collection and maintenance of risk data from around the business, produce high quality documentation of methodologies, procedures and findings. Candidates will have previous Operational Risk management experience, preferably from a Mortgage lending environment. You will have strong Financial Modelling ability with strong excel and a solid understanding of basic statistical techniques (single and multiple regression, significance testing). You will have the ability to structure a piece of analysis, identify key findings and sanity results. If this Risk Analyst role is of interest, then please forward your CV in confidence to Barker Munro Recruitment Ltd using the relevant links. 45000.0000 Speciality: Group Risk Advisor. Location: Chatham, Kent Tue, 14 May 2013 03:04:55 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147719253&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147719253 Group Risk/Employee Benefits Administrator (Permanent and Contract), London In order to apply for this position candidates MUST have EMPLOYEE BENEFITS/FLEXIBLE BENEFITS EXPERIENCE. Please note as we receive a high volume of applications we are only able to respond to those candidates who are shortlisted. Our client has opportunities for a Client Services Team Member to work on a permanent basis and a Client Services Team Member / Flex Benefits Support to work on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract. This role would be suited to any of the following GPP Administrator Employee Benefits Administrator Group Risks Administrator Group Risk/Employee Benefits Administrator (Permanent) To work in the Client Services department in Aldgate, London. Consultancy support/benefits administration for High Value clients' flexible benefit, GPP, group risk and PMI benefit schemes. Duties including production of monthly benefit reports, data reconciliation, renewal accounts/market reviews, bulk/individual pension transfers, general member/client queries and use of the companies On-Line Flexible Benefits portal (ORBIT). Intermediate or advanced excel skills. Previous/current benefits administration experience. Group Risk/Employee Benefits Administrator (12 Month Fixed Term Contract) The company’s Employee Benefits business provides award winning pensions and employee benefits solutions. With over 35 years of specialist industry knowledge we create solutions that make a real difference to businesses and employees. They are seeking a Client Services Team Member to join their team based in London on a one year fixed term contract. You will work at their client site to provide consultancy support and benefits administration for flexible benefits, GPP, group risk and PMI benefits schemes. These will include producing monthly benefit reports, data reconciliation, renewal accounts/market reviews, resolving general member/client queries and using the companies On-Line Flexible Benefits portal. First point of contact for all client administration enquiries responding accurately and promptly to members’ and employers’ queries to the established quality standards Meets with employers and members, undertaking presentations and client meetings where required Experience of GPP and/or Healthcare and Risk benefits Excellent written and oral communication skills Good interpersonal skills to develop strong working relationships with the companies clients 0.0000 Speciality: Pensions. Location: London, South East England Wed, 15 May 2013 02:54:58 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145832634&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145832634 Trainee Group Risk Healthcare Account Manager - Excellent opportunity!! Based: Woking, Surrey Salary: to £23k benefits I am recruiting on behalf of a fast growing corporate IFA specialising in Employee Benefits who are looking for a Trainee Group Risk Healthcare Account Manager to join their team. The position has arisen due to growth within Group Risk Healthcare book of business and the need to ensure they maintain a focused approach to their clients. The main duties will include being responsible for the day to day administration of various group risk and corporate healthcare schemes, and after full training has been completed, the successful applicant will look after, and be the main point of contact for, their own book of clients. Applicants MUST have a good knowledge of the group risk product range (Group Life, Group PHI, Critical Illness). Knowledge of PMI is preferred, not essential. Applicants will have worked in a life company, IFA or EB consultancy to have gained this experience. Applicants will have, or be willing to achieve the CII qualification GR1 (or equivalent). They will be highly client focused and able to carry out or have knowledge of scheme renewals, medical underwriting, claims and re-broking. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an expanding corporate IFA that offers a friendly and professional working environment, and the potential for longer term career advancement. 23000.0000 Speciality: Group Risk Advisor. Location: Woking, Surrey Tue, 14 May 2013 03:05:13 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145832206&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145832206 Group Risk Healthcare Account Manager - Excellent opportunity!! Based: Woking, Surrey Salary: to £23k benefits I am recruiting on behalf of a fast growing corporate IFA specialising in Employee Benefits who are looking for a Trainee Group Risk Healthcare Account Manager to join their team. The position has arisen due to growth within Group Risk Healthcare book of business and the need to ensure they maintain a focused approach to their clients. The main duties will include being responsible for the day to day administration of various group risk and corporate healthcare schemes, and after full training has been completed, the successful applicant will look after, and be the main point of contact for, their own book of clients. Applicants MUST have a good knowledge of the group risk product range (Group Life, Group PHI, Critical Illness). Knowledge of PMI is preferred, not essential. Applicants will have worked in a life company, IFA or EB consultancy to have gained this experience. Applicants will have, or be willing to achieve the CII qualification GR1 (or equivalent). They will be highly client focused and able to carry out or have knowledge of scheme renewals, medical underwriting, claims and re-broking. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an expanding corporate IFA that offers a friendly and professional working environment, and the potential for longer term career advancement. 23000.0000 Speciality: Sales Support. Location: Woking, Surrey Tue, 14 May 2013 03:04:57 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147976981&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=147976981 Group Risk Administrator £18,000 - £22,000 South Manchester My client, an established and award winning Chartered Financial Planning practice, are looking to appoint an experienced Group Risk Administrator in their South Manchester based office. As a Group Risk Administrator, you will be essentially involved in making sure the various employee benefits for both corporate and individual clients are running smoothly. The successful candidate will be accountable for: Conducting research and making sure the most cost effective policies are selected at renewal Administration for joiners and leavers into schemes Liaison with clients and insurance companies Policy Administration Keeping you to date with current legislations Obtaining information on and execution of transfers from legacy pension schemes to new pension schemes Please note that previous experience in a similar role within an IFA practice is absolutely crucial. GR1 and CF1 are strongly advantageous. For further information, please do not hesitate to contact Antonia Mihaylova at Search Financial Services at the strictest confidence on or . 0.0000 Speciality: Loans - Other. Location: Manchester, Lancashire Fri, 17 May 2013 03:03:44 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148507216&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=148507216 Group Risk Administrator Location: Altrincham Salary: £16,000 - £19,000 Our client, a well established firm of Chartered Financial Planners have appointed us to assist them in their search for a new member of the Group Risk Administration team The firm are proud of its strong client care ethos and outstanding reputation for excellence. Due to growth, they now seek an experienced individual with a good understanding of the industry, has a passion to develop themselves professionally and with career aspirations Responsibilities You will be required to assist in the smooth running of clients’ (both corporate and private) dealings with the firm with regards to Employee Benefits, including Group Pension Schemes At the time of policy renewal, you will research and ensure the most cost effective plans for the clients are selected Administer both new entrants and leavers in and out of schemes The right candidate will be technically acute of various employee benefit schemes and have previously worked on the 1st Software database You will be comfortable dealing with clients and colleagues in a face to face environment as well as a professional telephone manner You will be able to complete reason why letters to support recommendations made To ensure all policies are in line and up to date with current legislation Where appropriate, highlight sales opportunities within existing client bank for additional products, whilst providing research and making recommendations to consultants Regularly liaise with Insurance Companies in relation to product updates and launches of new products, ensuring that consultants are kept up to date with changes, and dealing with claims from Insurance companies Requirements GR1 and CF1 qualifications as a minimum with the desire to continue learning Good understanding of claims process and procedures Well organised with the ability to prioritise and multitask Previous group risk experience with an ability to show good product knowledge in all relevant areas 16000.0000 Speciality: Pensions. Location: Altrincham, Cheshire Wed, 15 May 2013 03:14:51 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145833476&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145833476 Trainee Group Risk and Healthcare Account Manager required for this fast growing IFA specialising in Employee Benefits based in the South East. Supporting the Head of Group Risk, you will be client focussed and will be responsible for scheme renewals, medical underwriting, claims and re-broking. As a Group Risk and Healthcare Account Manager, you will action renewal accounts and once trained, will be the main point of contact for your own book of clients. To be considered, applicants will have basic all round knowledge of Group Risk and Healthcare and will have passed or studying towards GR1. Applicants will also have a good knowledge of the Employee Benefits industry and the providers within it. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to develop their skills and experience to become an Account Manager. Salary on offer is up to £23,000 plus bonus and benefits. Capita Resourcing Limited, part of the Capita Group Plc, offers services of an Employment Agency and Employment Business. 20000.0000 Speciality: Employee Benefits. Location: Surrey, South East England Tue, 14 May 2013 03:05:41 +0100 http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145832376&from=feed http://www.workcircle.co.uk/click?j=145832376 Group Risk Healthcare Co-ordinator £23,000 benefits West Byfleet Our client, specialising in Employee Benefits, is seeking an experienced co-ordinator who will provide support to the business area relating to Group Risk and Healthcare schemes and co-ordinate administration of membership data, claims data, communication and other associated queries. You will be expected to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients and insurers at all levels. You will also need to instigate and manage the gathering of relevant data for each client’s scheme renewal ensuring accuracy at all times and once up to speed may need to assist with the analysis of data to help prepare reports and proposals. Previous experience of Group Risk and Corporate Healthcare new business, renewal and scheme administration is essential and you must also have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (especially excel/spreadsheets) in order to produce high quality proposals, information and possibly reports. An excellent telephone manner with high Standards of numeracy and literacy are also necessary. The ideal candidate will be self motivated, able to work independently and proactively using own initiative, have good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise own workloads and therefore time management skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. This is a role full of variety and accountability, based within a small, friendly team and a secure, successful business - a great opportunity to develop personally and professionally! In the first instance please send us your CV in Word format and we will contact you with further information. Due to high response levels if you haven’t heard from us within 5 working days please assume you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. However we may retain your details for other suitable opportunities that may be of interest. 20000.0000 Speciality: Sales Support. Location: West Byfleet, Surrey Tue, 14 May 2013 03:05:04 +0100