Junior Transfers & Settlements Analyst
Location: Blackpool (hybrid working after probation)
Salary: £23,000-£25,000
Role Purpose
This role sits within a specialist Investment Operations Transfers team responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely movement of securities between custodians, counterparties, and client accounts across UK and international markets.
As a trainee, you will initially support operational processes within the team and develop the technical knowledge required to fully perform a Junior Transfers & Settlements Analyst role. Once trained, you will take responsibility for the end-to-end processing and monitoring of stock transfers, ensuring settlement obligations are met accurately and on schedule.
The role plays a key part in maintaining the integrity of securities movements and supporting the smooth execution of client and counterparty transactions.
Key Responsibilities
* Process and register physical and electronic share movements into and out of client nominee and registered names
* Monitor shared operational mailboxes and ensure timely response/actioning of queries
* Use internal systems to run and track order books, operational tasks, and settlement reports, escalating issues where required
* Monitor daily stock reconciliations across multiple custodians and investigate discrepancies
* Follow up on outstanding or delayed transfers on a regular basis, liaising with internal teams and external counterparties
* Complete transfer documentation including account applications, registration forms, and stock transfer instructions
* Work collaboratively with Client Services, Compliance, and Client Due Diligence teams to ensure accurate processing and adherence to requirements
* Support system testing activity for platform fixes, upgrades, and process enhancements
* Follow all established procedures and ensure operational controls are consistently applied
* Contribute to process improvement by identifying inefficiencies and suggesting enhancements
* Undertake relevant training and continue developing technical knowledge of investment operations and securities markets
* Carry out any additional reasonable duties required to support the wider operations function
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Technical / Professional
* Interest in or understanding of securities settlements and investment operations (advantageous)
* Willingness to develop knowledge of custody and transfer processes across multiple markets
Systems & Processes
* Ability to learn and operate complex internal systems and workflows
* Exposure to or willingness to learn operational platforms used in investment administration
* Strong procedural discipline with the ability to follow and improve structured processes
Regulatory Awareness
* Developing understanding of UK financial services regulation and relevant international frameworks (including Crown Dependencies)
* Ability to adhere to regulatory standards and escalate issues appropriately
Core Competencies
* Accountability
* Attention to Detail
* Problem Solving
* Communication
* Team Collaboration
* Adaptability
* Time Management
* Continuous Improvement Mindset