Job Description
We’re looking for a Trustee Oversight Manager at AJ Bell to ensure the effective operation of our Trustee Oversight function, reporting to the Senior Oversight Manager.
In the role, you’ll ensure that robust systems, controls and governance are in place to manage associated risks, meet regulatory requirements and support AJ Bell’s long-term strategic objectives.
What you’ll be doing:
1. Provide first line oversight of operational activities performed on behalf of the SIPP Trustee, ensuring appropriate controls and governance are in place to manage risk and ensure regulatory compliance.
2. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to assess and monitor key processes related to SIPP administration (e.g., benefits processing, contributions, transfers).
3. Ensure SIPP Trustee risks are identified, assessed, and accurately recorded.
4. Maintain effective management information (MI).
5. Conduct root cause analysis of exceptions and trends to inform risk management and drive continuous improvement.
6. Track and monitor open actions, ensuring timely updates and appropriate closure.
7. Monitor market developments and regulatory change, providing analysis and recommendations as appropriate.
8. Contribute to change initiatives and process improvements, supporting the continuous enhancement of oversight activities in line with regulatory expectations, internal risk appetite, and business needs
9. Lead and develop the team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
10. Effectively manage resources to ensure the timely, accurate, and cost-effective completion of all oversight activities.
What you’ll bring:
11. Proven experience of leading and developing teams, within a financial services environment
12. A proactive, confident communicator at all levels
13. CISI Investment Operations Certificate (IOC)
14. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
15. Timely and appropriate escalation
16. Problem solving and decision making
17. Planning, organisation, and time management
About us:
AJ Bell is one of the UK’s fastest-growing investment platforms, serving over 644,000 customers and managing £103.3 billion in assets. Through our award-winning platform, we support everyone from professional financial advisers to first-time investors, making it easier to take control of your financial future and feel good investing. With over 1,500 employees across Manchester, London, and Bristol, AJ Bell is a FTSE 250 company and has been recognised as one of the UK’s Best 100 Companies to Work For for six consecutive years, as well as a Great Place to Work® in 2025 and 2026. We offer a collaborative, friendly environment built on strong guiding principles and pride in what we do.
Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company.
Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1,500 employees and have been named one of the UK's 'Best 100 Companies to Work For’ for six consecutive years and in 2025 named a Great Place to Work®.
At AJ Bell you can expect a friendly working environment with a strong sense of teamwork, we have a great sense of pride in what we do, and this is reflected in our guiding principles.
Our perks and benefits:
18. Competitive starting salary
19. Starting holiday entitlement of 27 days, increasing up to 31 days with length of service and a holiday buy and sell scheme
20. A choice of pension schemes with matched contributions up to 8%
21. Discretionary bonus scheme
22. Annual free share awards scheme
23. Buy As You Earn (BAYE) Scheme
24. Health Cash Plan – provided by SimplyHealth
25. Discounted private healthcare scheme and dental plan
26. Free on-site gym providing a wide range of free classes
27. Employee Assistance Programme
28. Bike loan scheme
29. Sick pay+ pledge
30. Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave
31. Discounted nursery fees at Kids Planet on Exchange Quay
32. Loans for travel season tickets
33. Death in service scheme
34. Paid time off for volunteer work
35. Charitable giving opportunities through salary sacrifice
36. Calendar of social events, including monthly payday drinks, annual Christmas party, summer party and much more
37. Parking at Exchange Quay (Subject to availability)
38. Personal development programmes built around you and your career goals, including access to personal skills workshops
39. Ongoing technical training
40. Professional qualification support
41. Talent development programmes
42. Peer recognition scheme, with rewards including restaurant and shopping vouchers or time off
43. Monthly leadership breakfasts and lunches
44. Casual dress code
45. Access to a range of benefits from our sponsorship deals
Hybrid working:
At AJ Bell, our people are the heart of our culture. We believe in building strong connections by working together. That's why we offer a hybrid working model, where you’ll spend a minimum of 50% of your working time per month in the office. For new team members, an initial period will be full-time in the office to help you immerse yourself in our business and build valuable relationships with your colleagues.