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Job Description About Aberdeen Aberdeen Group plc is one of Europe’s largest investment companies, and we are built on a long-standing culture of caring about the future and making a positive impact. Together we invest for a better future. We do it to make a difference to the lives of our clients and customers, our employees, society, and our shareholders. Our business is structured around three distinct areas focused on our clients' changing needs: Aberdeen Investments, Aberdeen Adviser, and interactive investor. As Business Manager to the Chief Distribution Officer, you will play a key role in helping deliver our purpose while investing in your tomorrow through meaningful strategic leadership and business impact. About the Department The Distribution function is central to Aberdeen Adviser’s growth, adviser engagement and commercial performance. Working closely with senior leaders across the business, the team helps shape strategy, drive execution and ensure clients and adviser firms receive an exceptional experience. Collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement sit at the heart of how the team operates, enabling our clients to be better investors. About the Role This permanent opportunity offers the chance to act as a strategic partner to the Chief Distribution Officer and lead the CDO Office. You will drive strategic execution, governance, performance management and organisational effectiveness across the Distribution function. Operating at the centre of key business decisions, you will work with senior stakeholders to translate priorities into measurable outcomes. The role provides significant exposure to leadership, transformation and commercial growth initiatives, making it an excellent opportunity to invest in your tomorrow and further develop your executive leadership capabilities. Based in Edinburgh with Aberdeen’s blended working approach. Key Responsibilities • Drive execution of the Distribution strategy, ensuring priorities, decisions and transformation initiatives are delivered effectively., • Act as a trusted advisor to the Chief Distribution Officer, providing challenge, insight and recommendations to support decision-making., • Lead performance management, executive reporting and leadership materials, identifying trends, risks and opportunities., • Coordinate governance activity, regulatory oversight and action tracking across Distribution and key Group functions., • Design and manage the operating rhythm of the Distribution Leadership Team, supporting planning, accountability and organisational effectiveness., • Develop executive communications and maintain strong stakeholder relationships across leadership teams and strategic partners. About the Candidate • Significant experience in a Chief of Staff, Business Manager, Strategy, Consulting or senior business leadership support role., • Strong commercial, strategic and analytical capability with sound judgement and discretion., • Ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver outcomes through collaboration and leadership., • Experience operating within a regulated environment and managing governance requirements., • Outstanding communication, presentation and executive stakeholder management skills., • Experience leading complex change, transformation or strategic delivery initiatives. Desirable: Wealth, platform, adviser or broader financial services experience; experience supporting a CEO, Executive Committee member or business division leader; understanding of distribution, sales leadership and growth agendas; and experience across governance, strategy, operations and people activities. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. We want you to be the real you throughout our recruitment process. Sharing your diversity information helps us understand the reach and impact of our hiring practices, and build a workplace where all people can thrive and belong. This information is kept separate from your application and is not visible to recruiters, hiring managers, or assessors at any stage. Our benefits There's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days’ annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits – including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits _ Our business Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas – our vectors of growth – focused on our clients’ changing needs. You can find out more about what we do _. An inclusive way of working Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, we’d like to hear from you. At Aberdeen we’ve adopted a ‘blended working’ approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. _, where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements – for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability – please let us know and we’ll be happy to help. #aberdeenplcjobs

Job Description About Aberdeen Aberdeen Group plc is one of Europe’s largest investment companies, and we are built on a long-standing culture of caring about the future and making a positive impact. Together we invest for a better future. We do it to make a difference to the lives of our clients and customers, our employees, society, and our shareholders. Our business is structured around three distinct areas focused on our clients' changing needs: Aberdeen Investments, Aberdeen Adviser, and interactive investor. As part of our Investments Finance team, you will help drive informed decision-making that supports our purpose and brings our ambition to invest in your tomorrow to life. About the Department The Investments Finance team partners closely with business leaders across Aberdeen Investments, providing financial insight, forecasting, reporting and analysis that support strategic decision-making. Working in a collaborative and commercially focused environment, the team helps ensure resources are deployed effectively and performance is clearly understood. Through strong stakeholder partnerships and data-driven insights, the team plays an important role in enabling our clients to be better investors. About the Role This permanent opportunity is based in Edinburgh and offers the chance to work at the heart of the Investments Finance function. You will partner with Finance Business Partners and senior stakeholders to deliver forecasting, reporting, commercial analysis and management information that support key business decisions. With regular interaction with senior leaders and clear progression opportunities, this role provides an excellent platform to invest in your tomorrow and build towards a future Finance Business Partner career. Key Responsibilities • Support monthly forecasting and annual planning processes, delivering accurate workforce forecasts for approximately 1,900 FTE employees., • Prepare monthly financial reporting for the Investments Executive, supported by insightful and commercially focused commentary., • Collaborate on projects across Finance and Investments, identifying opportunities to improve processes, reporting and efficiency., • Provide analysis and commercial insight on key business initiatives, cost drivers and indirect cost allocations., • Develop management information including CEO reporting, regional reporting and Power BI dashboards that support business decision-making., • Build strong relationships across Finance and Investments while strengthening the team’s data visualisation and Power BI capability. About the Candidate • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) (essential), preferably with some post-qualification experience., • Strong accounting, financial analysis and reporting capability with a focus on accuracy and quality. (essential), • Analytical and curious mindset with an interest in understanding complex cost drivers and business performance. (essential), • Well organised with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to reporting deadlines. (essential), • Experience within asset management or the wider financial services sector. (essential), • Collaborative approach and ability to build effective stakeholder relationships across Finance and the wider business. (desirable), • Ability to communicate financial information clearly and translate insights into practical recommendations. (desirable) We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. We want you to be the real you throughout our recruitment process. Sharing your diversity information helps us understand the reach and impact of our hiring practices, and build a workplace where all people can thrive and belong. This information is kept separate from your application and is not visible to recruiters, hiring managers, or assessors at any stage. Our benefits There's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days’ annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits – including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits _ Our business Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas – our vectors of growth – focused on our clients’ changing needs. You can find out more about what we do _. An inclusive way of working Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, we’d like to hear from you. At Aberdeen we’ve adopted a ‘blended working’ approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. _, where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements – for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability – please let us know and we’ll be happy to help. #aberdeenplcjobs

Job Description Aberdeen plc is one of Europe’s largest investment companies, and we are built on a long-standing culture of caring about the future and making a positive impact. Together we invest for a better future. We do it to make a difference to the lives of our clients and customers, our employees, society, and our shareholders. Our business is structured around three distinct areas focused on our clients' changing needs: Aberdeen Investments, Aberdeen Adviser, and interactive investor. As an Internal Audit Specialist, you will help protect and strengthen that purpose by supporting robust risk management and helping Aberdeen invest in tomorrow with confidence. About the Department Internal Audit is a key independent function supporting Aberdeen in maximising sustainable, high-quality returns for clients, customers and shareholders while effectively managing the risks faced by the business. The team provides insight, assurance and challenge across business and functions teams, focusing work on the highest risk areas and promoting good audit practice across the Group. It is an ambitious, innovative function where colleagues are encouraged to share ideas, build deep business knowledge and support one another’s development. Through clear, constructive audit work, the department helps enable our clients to be better investors. About the Role As an Internal Audit Specialist, you will play a key role in driving audit delivery across the Internal Audit function. Working at Specialist career level in the UK region, you will be aligned to a business or functions team while also contributing to audits in other areas when needed, giving you a broad view of Aberdeen and meaningful development opportunities. You will support audit planning, deliver high-quality audit work, validate issues and build effective stakeholder relationships, helping the business understand risk and take action where it matters most. This is an opportunity to invest in your tomorrow by developing your audit expertise in a purpose-led, forward-thinking environment where your judgement, curiosity and communication skills will make a real impact. The role has no line management responsibility and is offered on a blended working basis with 3 days a week expected in the office. Key Responsibilities • Support development of the audit plan by researching audit universe entities, contributing insight from stakeholder engagement and proposing audit ideas focused on key risks., • Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, Audit Managers, Senior Managers and Heads of Audit, including contributing to governance committees and forums where appropriate., • Plan, scope and perform audit work to support delivery of the Audit Plan, taking the Audit Lead role on audits where appropriate., • Analyse issues to identify root causes, communicate findings clearly and constructively to senior business stakeholders, and complete timely follow-up activity., • Complete issue validation to expected methodology and quality standards, identifying where closures are inadequate or further work is required., • Role model Internal Audit’s vision, culture, strategy and plan, supporting colleagues, sharing innovative ideas and helping audit teams deliver work on time and to the expected quality. About the Candidate • A good understanding of IIA standards and internal audit working practices. (essential), • Experience in a relevant role such as accounting, audit or risk. (essential), • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to diagnose issues, trace root causes and assess underlying implications methodically. (essential), • Clear written and verbal communication skills, with confidence presenting information, ideas and findings in one-to-one and group environments. (essential), • Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence effectively and build trusted relationships at different levels. (essential), • Sound understanding of laws, regulations, standards, governance and compliance requirements relevant to financial services, risk or audit. (essential) We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. We want you to be the real you throughout our recruitment process. Sharing your diversity information helps us understand the reach and impact of our hiring practices, and build a workplace where all people can thrive and belong. This information is kept separate from your application and is not visible to recruiters, hiring managers, or assessors at any stage. Our Benefits There's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days’ annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits – including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits _. Our Business Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas – our vectors of growth – focused on our clients’ changing needs. You can find out more about what we do _. An Inclusive Way of Working Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, we’d like to hear from you. At Aberdeen we’ve adopted a ‘blended working’ approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. An inclusive culture, where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements – for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability – please let us know and we’ll be happy to help. #aberdeenplcjobs

Job Description About Aberdeen Aberdeen Group plc is one of Europe’s largest investment companies, and we are built on a long-standing culture of caring about the future and making a positive impact. Together we invest for a better future. We do it to make a difference to the lives of our clients and customers, our employees, society, and our shareholders. Our business is structured around three distinct areas focused on our clients' changing needs: Aberdeen Investments, Aberdeen Adviser, and interactive investor. As part of our Internal Audit function, this role offers the opportunity to shape technology assurance across the Group while investing in your tomorrow through meaningful leadership, development and impact. About the Department Internal Audit plays a critical role in helping Aberdeen achieve its strategic objectives while managing risk effectively. Working across Aberdeen Investments, Aberdeen Adviser, interactive investor and central functions, the team provides independent, risk-based assurance that supports strong governance and decision-making. The function is collaborative, forward-thinking and increasingly focused on data, technology and innovation to help enable our clients to be better investors. About the Role As IT Senior Audit Manager, you will be a senior leader within Internal Audit, reporting into the technology audit leadership team and acting as a key partner to senior stakeholders across the business. You will lead complex technology audits, oversee technology risk assessments and audit planning, manage integrated audit engagements and help shape the future direction of technology assurance across Aberdeen. This is an opportunity to influence decision-making at the highest levels, coach and develop talented audit professionals, and provide assurance across a diverse and evolving technology landscape. The role offers significant exposure to senior executives and major strategic initiatives, helping you invest in your tomorrow while delivering meaningful impact. Key Responsibilities • Lead the annual technology audit planning process, technology risk assessment activity and development of risk-based audit coverage across the Group., • Deliver complex technology audits and technology assurance workstreams within integrated audits, ensuring high-quality and timely outcomes., • Build trusted relationships with C-suite and senior technology stakeholders, providing insight on emerging risks and assurance priorities., • Oversee issue validation, portfolio quality and reporting, identifying themes and opportunities for sustainable risk reduction., • Lead, coach and develop audit professionals, allocating resources effectively and supporting capability growth across the team., • Act as deputy to the Head of Audit IT when required and represent Internal Audit at senior governance and leadership forums. About the Candidate • Significant internal audit, risk or assurance experience within financial services, including leadership responsibility., • Proven ability to lead complex, risk-based technology audits across multiple business areas and control environments., • Experience of integrated audits and partnering effectively with business audit teams and senior stakeholders., • Strong understanding of technology risks affecting large financial services organisations., • Excellent communication, influencing and relationship-management skills with the ability to translate technical topics into business impact., • Relevant professional qualification such as CISA, CISM or CRISC. Desirable: Experience in technology risk functions, knowledge of COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001 or NIST frameworks, exposure to cyber security, resilience, cloud, data, AI and third-party technology assurance, and experience using data analytics or AI-enabled audit tools. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. We want you to be the real you throughout our recruitment process. Sharing your diversity information helps us understand the reach and impact of our hiring practices, and build a workplace where all people can thrive and belong. This information is kept separate from your application and is not visible to recruiters, hiring managers, or assessors at any stage. Our benefits There's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days’ annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits – including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits _ Our business Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas – our vectors of growth – focused on our clients’ changing needs. You can find out more about what we do _. An inclusive way of working Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, we’d like to hear from you. At Aberdeen we’ve adopted a ‘blended working’ approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. _, where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements – for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability – please let us know and we’ll be happy to help. #aberdeenplcjobs

Job Description About Aberdeen Aberdeen plc is one of Europe’s largest investment companies, and we are built on a long-standing culture of caring about the future and making a positive impact. Together we invest for a better future. We do it to make a difference to the lives of our clients and customers, our employees, society, and our shareholders. Our business is structured around three distinct areas focused on our clients' changing needs: Aberdeen Investments, Aberdeen Adviser, and interactive investor. As a Financial Reporting & Control Analyst, you will play an important role in supporting strong financial governance and helping us deliver on our purpose while investing in your tomorrow. About the Department The Finance function sits at the heart of Aberdeen and supports informed decision-making, financial integrity and long-term value creation. Working alongside Financial Controllers, Finance Operations, Tax, Treasury and senior stakeholders, the UK & EMEA Financial Reporting and Control team delivers high-quality reporting, controls and governance across legal entities. The team fosters collaboration, learning and continuous improvement, helping enable our clients to be better investors. About the Role This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career finance professional to join the UK & EMEA Financial Reporting and Control team in Edinburgh. You will support month-end reporting, financial control activities, statutory and regulatory reporting, audit delivery and legal entity planning. The role offers broad exposure to financial reporting, budgeting and commercial insight, while providing the opportunity to learn from experienced Financial Controllers. With a blended working approach and a supportive environment, this role is ideal for someone looking to build technical expertise, analytical capability and stakeholder management skills while investing in their tomorrow. Key Responsibilities • Support monthly legal entity financial analysis, including statutory and regulatory reporting, P&L and balance sheet commentary and management information., • Prepare balance sheet reviews, reconciliations and supporting analysis to maintain strong financial control and data integrity., • Assist with statutory accounts, regulatory returns and audit deliverables, working with internal teams, outsourced providers and auditors., • Support technical accounting, local GAAP analysis, tax balances and entity-specific disclosures., • Contribute to forecasting, budgeting and financial planning processes, explaining key movements and trends., • Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting efficiency, documentation and use of financial data. About the Candidate • Part-qualified accountant studying towards a recognised accounting qualification. (essential), • Understanding of accounting principles, financial statements and month-end reporting processes. (essential), • Experience in financial analysis or finance operations. (essential), • Ability to analyse financial information and present clear, concise commentary. (essential), • Comfortable working with financial systems and data; Oracle or similar ERP exposure is advantageous. (desirable) We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. We want you to be the real you throughout our recruitment process. Sharing your diversity information helps us understand the reach and impact of our hiring practices and builds a workplace where all people can thrive and belong. This information is kept separate from your application and is not visible to recruiters, hiring managers, or assessors at any stage. Our benefits There's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days’ annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits – including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits _ Our business Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas – our vectors of growth – focused on our clients’ changing needs. You can find out more about what we do _. An inclusive way of working Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, we’d like to hear from you. At Aberdeen we’ve adopted a ‘blended working’ approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. _, where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements – for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability – please let us know and we’ll be happy to help. #aberdeenplcjobs

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\n Your new company \n This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the UK's fastest-growing independent tax practices during a period of continued growth and national expansion. Renowned for delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice, the firm has established a strong reputation across the private client market, supporting high-net-worth individuals, business owners, entrepreneurs, trustees and families with both their compliance obligations and wider tax planning needs.With a collaborative culture and exceptional technical expertise across all areas of taxation, the firm provides an environment where talented professionals can thrive. You will work alongside highly respected tax specialists who are passionate about providing outstanding client service whilst maintaining a genuine commitment to work-life balance and flexible hybrid working. \n Your new role \n As Senior Manager within the Private Client team, you will play a pivotal role in leading the firm's personal tax compliance offering whilst supporting the continued growth and development of the service line. Managing a varied portfolio of private clients, you will oversee the delivery of a high-quality compliance service, ensuring deadlines are met and clients receive a seamless experience. \n Alongside your compliance responsibilities, you will have the opportunity to undertake a broad range of advisory projects across personal taxation. You will advise clients on areas including income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, trusts and estates, remuneration and extraction planning, succession planning, and residency matters. Acting as a trusted adviser, you will build strong client relationships and work closely with professional intermediaries and colleagues across the wider tax practice to deliver joined-up, commercially focused advice. \n The position also offers significant leadership responsibilities, including mentoring and developing members of the Private Client team, reviewing complex technical work and contributing to the ongoing strategic development of the service line. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious private client tax professional seeking a senior leadership position with genuine scope to influence and shape the future direction of the team. \n What you'll need to succeed \n To be successful in this role, you will have significant experience working within a private client or personal tax environment, ideally within a professional services firm. You will possess extensive experience managing portfolios of self-assessment tax returns for high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, business owners and trustees, coupled with a strong track record of delivering an efficient and high-quality compliance service. \n You will demonstrate excellent technical knowledge across personal taxation, including income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, trusts and estates, succession planning and personal tax residency matters. Experience identifying opportunities to provide additional advisory support, building trusted client relationships and developing junior team members will be essential. \n Candidates will ideally hold a CTA qualification, although ACA, ATT or equivalent qualifications with substantial relevant experience will also be considered. Experience of private client advisory work, family succession planning, trust structuring, international tax matters and business development activities would be highly advantageous. \n What you'll get in return \n In return, you will receive a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, regularly benchmarked against the market to ensure it remains attractive. You will also be eligible to participate in the firm's All-Employee Share Reward Scheme, giving you the opportunity to share in the firm's success. \n Beyond the financial package, you will enjoy exposure to high-quality work and clients, the support of experienced and collaborative colleagues, and the opportunity to be part of an ambitious growth journey. The firm offers a mature and flexible approach to hybrid working, with home and office working an established part of its culture, alongside a genuine commitment to supporting employees' wellbeing and professional development. \n What you need to do now \n If you're an experienced Private Client tax professional looking to take the next step in your career within a dynamic and expanding practice, we'd love to hear from you.To apply for this position or to discuss the opportunity in more detail, please contact us for a confidential conversation. All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence. \n Please note that applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and possess the relevant UK private client tax experience outlined above. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. 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? If you have substantial financial planning administration experience and want to focus on high-level business processing rather than basic administration, this permanent Client Services Associate role in Edinburgh or Aberdeen offering £28,000 to £40,000 provides an excellent platform to advance your career. You will need to be based within commuting distance of either location. Your purpose You will join an established private wealth management firm to deliver essential operational support across intricate client accounts. Your primary focus will be handling complex new business, processing platform transactions, and ensuring accuracy across high-value portfolios. Working closely with experienced team managers, you will ensure seamless service delivery from application submission through to completion. What the job involves - Preparing formal application documentation and issuing detailed client review reports - Processing complex transactions including pensions, bonds, and protection products - Executing platform business across major third-party investment and wrap platforms - Managing adviser charging by raising fee invoices and drawing initial platform fees - Updating and maintaining accurate client data and records on back-office systems Client Services Associate Requirements - Practical experience in a financial planning administration or client servicing role (essential) - Strong working knowledge of pensions, investment bonds, and protection products (essential) - Demonstrable experience processing business across investment wrap platforms (essential) - Prior experience using financial planning software systems such as Xplan (desirable) - Relevant industry qualifications such as CII or equivalent study (desirable) About the business You will join a respected wealth management and financial planning business that values specialist product knowledge and operational accuracy. The firm provides a structured environment where technical capability is recognised, supported and rewarded. What's on offer - Starting salary of £28,000 to £40,000 dependent on experience - 27 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays - Workplace pension scheme - Comprehensive private healthcare coverage -Hybrid working (Upon completing probation) - Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities What happens next Your application comes directly to Premier Jobs UK, not the employer. Our specialist recruitment team reviews every application and responds to every candidate, whether or not you are progressed. Where your background matches the requirements, we will arrange a confidential screening call to discuss your career goals. We never forward your details to our client without your explicit agreement. To explore this Client Services Associate vacancy in Edinburgh or Aberdeen, apply today. Liability and disclaimer Premier Jobs UK Limited is acting as an employment agency for this permanent vacancy. Salary, benefits and on-target earnings are supplied by our client, may change, and form no part of any offer or contract. We give no warranty as to accuracy and accept no liability for reliance on this advert, except where liability cannot lawfully be excluded. TPBN1_UKTJ

Job Description About AberdeenAberdeen plc is one of Europe’s largest investment companies, and we are built on a long-standing culture of caring about the future and making a positive impact. Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below. Together we invest for a better future. We do it to make a difference to the lives of our clients and customers, our employees, society, and our shareholders. Our business is structured around three distinct areas focused on our clients' changing needs: Aberdeen Investments, Aberdeen Adviser, and interactive investor. As Head of Accounting Shared Services, you will help bring 'Invest in your tomorrow' to life by protecting financial integrity and enabling trusted decisions for our clients and our business.About the DepartmentFinance Operations is a core part of Aberdeen’s Finance function, delivering services across Record to Report, Billing, Banking, Accounts Payable and Supplier Relationship Management. Within Group Financial Control, the Record to Report team is responsible for managing General Ledger operations, balance sheet control, reconciliations and the delivery of month-end, quarter-end and year-end close activities across the Group. Working closely with colleagues in Edinburgh and Chennai, the team operates within a shared services environment, ensuring robust controls, accurate reporting and high-quality financial outcomes. Through strong governance, continuous improvement and operational excellence, the team helps enable our clients to be better investors.About the RoleThis is a senior Finance Operations leadership opportunity within the Record-to-Report (R2R) function, responsible for leading the organisation's General Ledger operations and financial control environment.As head of a large-scale operational finance function, you will be accountable for the delivery of core finance processes including ledger integrity, reconciliations, balance sheet substantiation, controls governance and period-end close activities. Working across Edinburgh and offshore teams, you will lead a shared services operating model focused on operational excellence, control effectiveness, service delivery and continuous improvement.The role is particularly suited to finance operations, shared services, R2R, controllership and finance service delivery leaders who have experience managing large operational teams and driving high-volume finance processes. Rather than focusing on statutory reporting and external accounts production, this role centres on the effective running of finance operations, ownership of key control frameworks and ensuring the integrity of financial data and processes across the business.Leading a team of General Ledger Leads and Analysts, you will establish performance standards, strengthen governance processes and develop a culture of accountability, customer service and operational excellence. You will also play a key role in future operating model development, leveraging automation, AI and process transformation initiatives to improve efficiency, scalability and control across the finance function.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the Record to Report function across Finance Operations, ensuring the consistent delivery of month-end, quarter-end and year-end close activities.Oversee General Ledger operations, ensuring the accuracy, completeness and integrity of financial data across the Group.Own reconciliations and Balance Sheet Substantiation processes, ensuring all balances, journals and outputs are fully supported and audit ready.Maintain and strengthen the operational control environment through governance, risk management and financial controls.Lead and develop GL Leads and the wider R2R organisation across onshore and offshore delivery teams.Drive process standardisation, continuous improvement, automation and AI-enabled efficiencies.About the CandidateEssential requirementsFully qualified accountant, such as CA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.Significant experience leading a large-scale Record to Report or Finance Operations function within a complex global organisation.Strong leadership experience within a shared service centre and/or outsourced delivery environment, including offshore teams.Deep expertise in General Ledger operations, reconciliations, balance sheet substantiation, financial controls and period-end close management.Proven ability to establish and maintain robust operational control environments while delivering accurate and timely financial reporting.Experience operating as the senior escalation point for R2R, control and financial risk matters, ideally using Oracle or a comparable ERP platform.Preferred experienceExperience leading finance process standardisation, operating model transformation, automation and AI initiatives that improve efficiency, control and service delivery within Record to Report or Finance Operations environments.We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process.Our benefitsThere's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported.When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days’ annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits – including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits here.Our businessEnabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas – our vectors of growth – focused on our clients’ changing needs. You can find out more about what we do here.An inclusive way of workingWhatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, we’d like to hear from you.At Aberdeen we’ve adopted a ‘blended working’ approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business.An inclusive culture, where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements – for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability – please let us know and we’ll be happy to help.We’re committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all forms of difference are valued and which is free from any form of unfair or unlawful treatment. We define diversity in its broadest sense – this includes but is not limited to our diversity of educational and professional backgrounds, experience, cognitive and neurodiversity, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief and ethnicity and geographical provenance. We support a culture that values meritocracy, fairness and transparency and welcomes enquiries from everyone. xrnqpay If you need assistance or an adjustment due to a disability please let us know as part of your application and we will assist.SummaryLocation: EdinburghType: Full time

Are you an experienced Protection Advisor looking for your next career move? This Protection Advisor job offers the perfect opportunity to join a leading mortgage brokerage and build a rewarding career with genuine progression potential. As a Protection Advisor, you'll work with existing customers whose mortgage deals are approaching expiry, giving you warm leads and the platform to focus on what you do best delivering excellent advice and maximising protection opportunities. This Protection Advisor role is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships and has a genuine passion for helping customers secure their financial futures. Your responsibilities as a Protection Advisor will include: • Speaking confidently with existing customers to identify opportunities to review and enhance their protection arrangements, • Providing expert protection advice tailored to individual customer needs, • Building strong, lasting relationships with clients, • Working towards or completing CeMAP 2 & 3 qualifications with full support You'll benefit from qualified leads, ongoing training, and a supportive team environment where your success is recognised and rewarded. Protection Advisor Requirements • Essential: Experienced protection adviser, • Essential: CeMAP 1 qualification, • Essential: Confident communicating with customers and identifying protection opportunities, • Essential: Excellent relationship-building skills, • Desirable: Previous experience within a mortgage environment, • Desirable: Currently studying towards, or willing to study for, CeMAP 2 & 3 The Company Our client is a progressive, established mortgage brokerage with exciting growth plans. They're known for their supportive culture, commitment to professional development, and track record of helping their team members succeed. Protection Advisor Benefits • Competitive basic salary of £30,000, • Realistic OTE of £45,000 - £60,000 through an attractive commission & bonus structure, • Ongoing training and support to achieve professional qualifications, • Support to progress to CeMAP 2 & 3 and full mortgage professional status route, • Hybrid working available, • Collaborative team culture where success is recognised and rewarded, • Genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development Location This Protection Advisor position is based in Hebburn. Candidates should be commutable to this location. Ready to take the next step in your protection career? Apply today to find out more about this exciting Protection Advisor opportunity. Liability and Disclaimer Whilst Premier Jobs UK uses all reasonable efforts to ensure the information contained in our adverts including any salary, benefits or on target earnings are accurate, we give no representation or warranty in respect of such information. No liability is accepted by Premier Jobs UK for any loss or damage which may arise out of any person relying on or using any information. JBRP1_UKTJ

Job Description About Aberdeen Aberdeen Group plc is one of Europe’s largest investment companies, and we are built on a long-standing culture of caring about the future and making a positive impact. Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely. Together we invest for a better future. We do it to make a difference to the lives of our clients and customers, our employees, society, and our shareholders. Our business is structured around three distinct areas focused on our clients' changing needs: Aberdeen Investments, Aberdeen Adviser, and interactive investor. As Business Manager to the Chief Distribution Officer, you will play a key role in helping deliver our purpose while investing in your tomorrow through meaningful strategic leadership and business impact. About the Department The Distribution function is central to Aberdeen Adviser’s growth, adviser engagement and commercial performance. Working closely with senior leaders across the business, the team helps shape strategy, drive execution and ensure clients and adviser firms receive an exceptional experience. Collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement sit at the heart of how the team operates, enabling our clients to be better investors. About the Role This permanent opportunity offers the chance to act as a strategic partner to the Chief Distribution Officer and lead the CDO Office. You will drive strategic execution, governance, performance management and organisational effectiveness across the Distribution function. Operating at the centre of key business decisions, you will work with senior stakeholders to translate priorities into measurable outcomes. The role provides significant exposure to leadership, transformation and commercial growth initiatives, making it an excellent opportunity to invest in your tomorrow and further develop your executive leadership capabilities. Based in Edinburgh with Aberdeen’s blended working approach. Key Responsibilities Drive execution of the Distribution strategy, ensuring priorities, decisions and transformation initiatives are delivered effectively. Act as a trusted advisor to the Chief Distribution Officer, providing challenge, insight and recommendations to support decision-making. Lead performance management, executive reporting and leadership materials, identifying trends, risks and opportunities. Coordinate governance activity, regulatory oversight and action tracking across Distribution and key Group functions. Design and manage the operating rhythm of the Distribution Leadership Team, supporting planning, accountability and organisational effectiveness. Develop executive communications and maintain strong stakeholder relationships across leadership teams and strategic partners. About the Candidate Significant experience in a Chief of Staff, Business Manager, Strategy, Consulting or senior business leadership support role. Strong commercial, strategic and analytical capability with sound judgement and discretion. Ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver outcomes through collaboration and leadership. Experience operating within a regulated environment and managing governance requirements. Outstanding communication, presentation and executive stakeholder management skills. Experience leading complex change, transformation or strategic delivery initiatives. Desirable: Wealth, platform, adviser or broader financial services experience; experience supporting a CEO, Executive Committee member or business division leader; understanding of distribution, sales leadership and growth agendas; and experience across governance, strategy, operations and people activities. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process.We want you to be the real you throughout our recruitment process. Sharing your diversity information helps us understand the reach and impact of our hiring practices, and build a workplace where all people can thrive and belong.This information is kept separate from your application and is not visible to recruiters, hiring managers, or assessors at any stage.Our benefitsThere's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported.When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days’ annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits – including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits here.Our businessEnabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas – our vectors of growth – focused on our clients’ changing needs. You can find out more about what we do here.An inclusive way of workingWhatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, we’d like to hear from you.At Aberdeen we’ve adopted a ‘blended working’ approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business.An inclusive culture, where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements – for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability – please let us know and we’ll be happy to help.#aberdeenplcjobsWe’re committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all forms of difference are valued and which is free from any form of unfair or unlawful treatment. We define diversity in its broadest sense – this includes but is not limited to our diversity of educational and professional backgrounds, experience, cognitive and neurodiversity, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief and ethnicity and geographical provenance. We support a culture that values meritocracy, fairness and transparency and welcomes enquiries from everyone. xrnqpay If you need assistance or an adjustment due to a disability please let us know as part of your application and we will assist.SummaryLocation: EdinburghType: Full time

We are recruiting an Associate/Senior Associate to join our national Financial Services Disputes team. All potential applicants are encouraged to scroll through and read the complete job description before applying. The role is a hybrid working role, with the successful candidate being able to work from any of our UK bases. This role would best suit a qualified disputes lawyer between 1-5 PQE.Our Financial Services Disputes team is one of the UK's largest teams in the field of financial services litigation, comprising over 150 people across our offices in Bristol, Manchester, London, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Belfast and Glasgow. The team deals with some of the most high-profile banking disputes and has taken a number of cases to the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court in recent years.Your RoleAs a key addition to the team, day to day you will be provided with the opportunity to:Run a varied contentious caseload for our key financial services clientsWork with the team's Legal Directors and Partners in the progression of some of the most complex disputes in the firm's portfolioSupervise junior members of the teamProvide strategic and commercial legal advice across a range of disputes and claims, working closely alongside senior members of the teamParticipate in business development activities with clients and potential clients, nurturing existing relationships and building on new onesCollaborate with colleagues across our office locations nationwideYour Skills & ExperienceWe are looking for:A qualified disputes and litigation solicitor with 1-5 PQE at a large national or international firm. Experience in financial services disputes is preferred but not essentialA forward thinker, with excellent analytical, communication and organisational skillsSelf-motivation with the ability to manage workloads and deadlines autonomouslyCommercial awareness with an enthusiasm for business developmentAbility to understand client business needsAn ambitious and enthusiastic team player, able to support senior fee earners and contribute to our collaborative cultureYour TeamTLT has one of the largest dedicated Financial Services Disputes practices in the UK, with partner led teams in all jurisdictions. We act for a range of financial institutions including large UK banks, international banks, challenger banks and fintechs, giving commercial and practical advice to resolve disputes. We advise across the whole spectrum of contentious issues associated with commercial, business and consumer finance, including dispute resolution, pre-litigation management and Alternative Dispute Resolution.About TLTFast paced, fast growing and forward thinking, TLT is the law firm that helps clients stay one step ahead, and we do the same for our people.With local, national and international reach, we have over 1,800 people in offices across the UK and a network of partner firms across Europe, India and the US. Over the last few years TLT’s successful growth, delivery of high-quality work and support for colleagues has been consistently recognised by The Times and at the Legal Business, The Lawyer and British Legal Awards.Our ambition is to create opportunities for what comes next for our clients, recognised as their 1st tier adviser and being valued for our values. We do this in our unique way by creating social value and a dynamic environment where our people are curious, creative and ambitious for their success.In our open and collaborative culture, we encourage everyone to be their whole self, to have a voice and to contribute to the success of TLT. Our BenefitsWe value our employees highly and we want you to feel valued. You’ll receive a competitive salary with an annual pay review. You will also have access to an extensive range of benefits via our flexible benefits scheme including 25 days holiday (which will increase to 30 days based upon length of service) and private medical insurance. At TLT we have a progressive fully flexible working approach. We empower our people to work in a place and at a time that meets their needs, those of their clients and of the wider team and firm. Part of this agile approach is a focus on hybrid working and supporting the work/life balance of our people. We’re happy to talk about how flexible working can work for you and this role. TLT is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment and encourages applications from all suitably qualified people, regardless of disability, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by the laws in the locations in which we operate. xrnqpay We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments, where necessary, to make interviews and jobs more accessible. Should you have any difficulty during the recruitment process, require any reasonable adjustments or an application to Access to work please contact the recruitment team on

Tax & Legal helps organisations navigate tax and legal considerations so they can make informed decisions and manage complex requirements. Within Deal Advisory Tax, you will advise corporate and asset management clients across the transaction lifecycle, including buy-side due diligence and structuring, sell-side support, refinancing and listings. You will join a national, connected team serving clients across sectors such as consumer, life sciences, technology, media and telecommunications, industrials, energy and natural resources, banking and insurance, as well as private equity, infrastructure, energy transition, real estate and institutional investment. You will work closely with Partners and Directors on high-profile UK and international transactions. The team supports flexible working arrangements and recognises that some client-facing work may involve travel or time at client sites. • Lead the delivery of clear, commercially focused tax advice on complex transactions, working closely with Partners and Directors., • Manage due diligence, structuring and transaction support work, identifying tax issues, quantifying their impact and communicating practical recommendations., • Oversee the review of tax-related documents, data and financial models to help clients make informed decisions and maximise value across the investment cycle., • Act as a key contact for clients, legal advisers and KPMG teams, coordinating input and maintaining effective delivery across UK and international workstreams., • Critically assess advice from UK and overseas tax specialists to ensure it is relevant, consistent and clearly reflected in transaction documentation., • Build trusted client relationships and support proposals, pitches and the pursuit of new opportunities., • Coach colleagues, collaborate with peers and create opportunities for shared learning and development., • Contribute to Deal Advisory Tax thought leadership and maintain current knowledge of relevant UK and Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development developments., • Demonstrable experience applying strong UK corporate tax knowledge to transactions or other complex commercial matters, with awareness of related tax and accounting considerations., • Evidence of managing projects and coordinating multiple contributors, priorities and deadlines while maintaining quality., • Experience analysing tax documents, financial information or data and translating findings into clear commercial implications and advice., • A track record of building effective relationships with clients and other stakeholders, supported by clear written and verbal communication., • Experience coaching or supporting colleagues and contributing positively to a collaborative team environment., • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, including experience using them to analyse information and communicate recommendations. A Chartered Tax Adviser qualification, an Institute of Chartered Accountants qualification, or an equivalent professional qualification is required. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Here at Standard Life, we guide millions of people through some of life’s biggest decisions. We’re searching for a Deputy Governance Officer who shares our commitment to putting customers first, aiming high and working together to join the Group Governance function. Permanent London or Edinburgh 3 days a week with hybrid working All roles are open to part-time, job-share and other types of flexibility. We will discuss what is important to you and balancing this with business requirements during the recruitment process. You can read more about flexible working here. Wednesday 4th November 2026 £120,000 - £160,000 plus an indicative bonus range of 30% -60%, private medical cover, 38 days annual leave, excellent pension, 12x salary life assurance, career breaks, income protection, 3x volunteering days and much more. We’re Standard Life, a life insurer and retirement specialist focused entirely on retirement savings and income. We champion the belief that everyone’s journey to and through retirement can be better, and for more than 200 years, we’ve been helping our customers plan and prepare for their financial futures. Life today is increasingly complicated, uncertain and unpredictable. People move through different careers, face unexpected moments and navigate important choices. We offer our colleagues flexibility, trust and benefits that work for whatever life brings. In return we expect curiosity, connection, accountability and high standards. We make room for what matters - so you can bring your best, every day. The Deputy Governance Officer will lead one of two Governance Teams within the Group Governance function, supporting the Head of Group Governance to maintain and strengthen effective governance and decision-making across listed, regulated and subsidiary entities. As a principal governance adviser, the role will partner with Chairs, Boards, Committees and Directors across remuneration, audit, investment and subsidiary governance to be divided across the two Governance teams. It will lead the quality and delivery of Board and Committee cycles, provide trusted advice and effective escalation, and ensure clear decisions, actions and accountabilities. • Senior governance leadership, with the ability to align delivery to Group priorities and provide trusted advice to Chairs, Directors and senior executives., • Substantial experience of Board and Committee governance across listed, regulated and subsidiary environments, including audit, remuneration and investment governance., • Strong influencing, political judgement and executive communication skills, with confidence operating in complex stakeholder environments., • Proven people leadership, including coaching, development, succession planning and effective deployment of a multi-level governance team., • Strong operational leadership, with the ability to undertake resource planning, prioritise capacity and maintain quality across complex, overlapping Board and Committee cycles, including the integration of newly acquired or established businesses., • Sound risk and control judgement, including effective escalation and high-quality minutes, decision records and action tracking., • A continuous-improvement mindset, using governance systems, data and technology to improve quality, efficiency and stakeholder experience., • Deep knowledge of company law, corporate governance codes, listing and statutory requirements, delegated authorities and governance best practice., • Understanding of Share Plans administration and the associated remuneration, shareholder and external-adviser interfaces., • Experience of year end and AGM processes including liaising with proxy advisors. We are committed to ensuring that everyone feels accepted and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If your experience looks different from what we’ve advertised and you believe that you can bring value to the role, we’d love to hear from you. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can help you to be at your best. • Guide for Candidates: standardlifeplc.pagetiger.com/guideforcandidates, • Find or get answers from our colleagues: www.standardlifeplc.com/careers/talk-to-us #J-18808-Ljbffr

Edinburgh or London (Hybrid) Permanent £Competitive + excellent benefits + career progression FNZ is seeking a Head of Planning& Forecasting to join our FP&A Finance team and lead financial planning across the organisation. This is a senior finance leadership opportunity with responsibility for ensuring FNZ has a clear, robust and forward-looking view of financial performance. You’ll lead the annual budget, rolling forecasts, long-range planning and scenario analysis, partnering closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Commercial, Functions and Executive leadership. Combining strategic thinking with deep FP&A expertise, you’ll strengthen financial planning and decision-making, challenge assumptions, and ensure financial plans are closely connected to FNZ’s strategic and commercial priorities. As Head of Planning, you’ll take ownership of the financial planning cycle within FP&A, leading budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning across the business. You’ll establish an integrated approach to planning across P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and operational drivers, while providing senior management, Executive and Board-level audiences with clear analysis and actionable financial insight. You’ll also lead and develop the planning team and play a key role in transforming FNZ’s planning capabilities, including leading the implementation and ongoing development of Anaplan. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced FP&A leader to combine strategic planning, senior business partnering, transformation and people leadership in a complex global organisation. • Leading FNZ’s annual budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes, ensuring outputs are accurate, timely and aligned with strategic priorities, • Developing an integrated planning approach across P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and key operational drivers, • Owning the planning timetable, governance, assumptions and review processes, ensuring clear accountability across Finance and the wider business, • Driving improvements in forecast accuracy, planning efficiency and financial transparency, • Ensuring planning activities provide a robust and forward-looking view of financial performance, • Providing clear analysis of forecasts, plans and financial assumptions, identifying key trends, risks, opportunities and business drivers, • Translating complex financial information into concise, actionable recommendations for senior management, Executive and Board-level audiences, • Leading scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis to help the organisation understand potential financial outcomes, • Providing management information and financial insight to support strategic initiatives, investment decisions and transformation programmes, • Constructively challenging financial assumptions and commercial plans to improve decision-making and financial outcomes, • Partnering with senior business leaders to embed financial discipline and improve the quality of financial planning, • Acting as a trusted adviser to Finance leadership, providing independent challenge on financial outlook, planning assumptions and strategic choices, • Building strong relationships across Finance Business Partnering, Controllership, Treasury, Strategy and Operational teams, • Presenting complex planning outputs clearly and confidently to senior stakeholders, • Connecting financial planning with FNZ’s wider strategic and commercial priorities, • Leading, coaching and developing a high-performing planning team, setting clear expectations and strengthening analytical capability, • Improving planning processes, models and templates to reduce manual effort and increase the quality of insight, • Leading the implementation, embedding and ongoing development of Anaplan as FNZ’s new planning system, • Ensuring Anaplan supports robust budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, scenario modelling and business partnering, • Promoting a culture of accuracy, accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement across FP&A You’ll be an experienced finance leader with significant FP&A and planning expertise, strong commercial judgement and the credibility to influence senior leaders across a complex organisation. • Qualified accountant or finance professional, ideally ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent, • Substantial experience across FP&A, financial planning, commercial finance or finance business partnering, • Proven experience leading budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning within a complex or fast-paced organisation, • Strong track record of partnering with senior stakeholders and influencing commercial decision-making, • Experience managing, developing and motivating finance teams, • Advanced financial modelling and analytical capability, • Strong Excel skills and experience working with planning, ERP, EPM or BI tools, • Strong understanding of P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, working capital and key financial performance drivers, • Financial Services or Technology experience would be advantageous, • Strategic and commercially minded, with the ability to connect financial plans to wider business priorities, • An excellent communicator who can simplify complex financial information for non-finance audiences, • A confident and credible influencer who is comfortable constructively challenging senior stakeholders, • Highly analytical and detail-oriented, with the ability to operate effectively through ambiguity, • A strong people leader focused on developing talent and building team effectiveness, • Proactive and outcome-focused, with the ability to operate at pace while maintaining high standards of control and accuracy, • Strong strategic, commercial and financial judgement, • The ability to translate sophisticated financial analysis into clear recommendations and business decisions, • Confidence operating with Executive and senior leadership stakeholders, • Strong leadership skills and a commitment to developing high-performing teams, • The ability to challenge assumptions constructively and influence strategic decisions, • Deep understanding of financial planning, forecasting and performance drivers, • A continuous-improvement mindset with the ability to transform planning processes and systems, • The ability to operate effectively across multiple workstreams, prioritising competing demands and adapting quickly to changing business requirements At FNZ, you’ll be part of a high-growth, global organisation transforming wealth management through technology and innovation. We offer: • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, • Private health and life insurance, • Paid parental and volunteer leave, • Fully funded learning and professional development opportunities, • Clear career progression pathways within Finance and the wider organisation, • The opportunity to influence senior financial and strategic decision-making, • A collaborative, inclusive and high-performance culture FNZ is committed to opening up wealth by making wealth management more accessible. We partner with many of the world’s leading financial institutions to deliver technology-enabled wealth management solutions that improve outcomes for millions of investors worldwide. With thousands of employees across more than 30 countries, FNZ combines technology, expertise and innovation to shape the future of wealth management. About FNZ FNZ is committed to opening up wealth so that everyone, everywhere can invest in their future on their terms. We know the foundation to do that already exists in the wealth management industry, but complexity holds firms back. We created wealth’s growth platform to help. We provide a global, end-to-end wealth management platform that integrates modern technology with business and investment operations. All in a regulated financial institution. We partner with the world’s leading financial institutions, with over US$2.5 trillion in assets on platform (AoP). Together with our clients, we empower nearly 30 million people across all wealth segments to invest in their future. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Aberdeen plc is one of Europe’s largest investment companies, and we are built on a long-standing culture of caring about the future and making a positive impact. Together we invest for a better future. We do it to make a difference to the lives of our clients and customers, our employees, society, and our shareholders. Our business is structured around three distinct areas focused on our clients' changing needs: Aberdeen Investments, Aberdeen Adviser, and interactive investor. As Head of UK Financial Reporting and Control, you’ll play a vital role in safeguarding the financial integrity of our business while helping us deliver on our purpose and enabling you to invest in your tomorrow. About the Department Finance provides the insight, stewardship and control that support decision-making across Aberdeen. The function ensures we meet our statutory and regulatory obligations while maintaining robust governance and financial integrity. Working collaboratively across the business, the team delivers reliable reporting, strong controls and continuous improvement initiatives that help enable our clients to be better investors. In this environment, colleagues are encouraged to challenge constructively, innovate and continuously develop their expertise. This is a senior leadership opportunity within Group Financial Control, reporting to the Head of UK & EMEA Financial Reporting and Control. Based in Edinburgh, you will lead the UK Financial Reporting and Control team and provide financial stewardship across Aberdeen’s key UK regulated and non-regulated entities. You will translate strategic priorities into clear, measurable outcomes, overseeing legal entity reporting, financial control, statutory accounts, regulatory reporting and audit activity. This role offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders, board directors and regulators, making it an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance leader looking to shape the future of financial reporting and control within a leading investment company. Through your leadership and expertise, you’ll help strengthen governance, drive continuous improvement and invest in your own future career growth. • Lead and develop a high-performing UK Financial Reporting and Control team, fostering an inclusive culture, strong accountability and continuous learning., • Own the delivery of accurate, timely and insightful UK legal entity financial and board reporting, providing analysis and challenge across performance, capital, liquidity and risk., • Maintain a robust legal entity control environment, ensuring effective balance sheet governance, financial integrity and strong reporting controls., • Lead statutory and regulatory reporting, manage external audit relationships and oversee changes to accounting, regulatory and reporting requirements., • Provide technical accounting leadership and strategic insight, translating complex financial matters into clear recommendations for senior stakeholders., • Drive complex change programmes, automation initiatives and process improvements that enhance efficiency, control effectiveness and scalability. We’re looking for a collaborative and inclusive finance leader who combines strong technical expertise with excellent commercial judgement and stakeholder management skills. • Qualified accountant (CA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with strong knowledge of IFRS, UK statutory reporting and financial control., • Significant experience in financial reporting, legal entity control or audit within investment management or a regulated financial services environment., • Proven people leadership experience, with the ability to build capability, develop talent and translate strategy into delivery., • Experience leading complex reporting cycles, audits, regulatory deliverables and change initiatives in a fast-paced environment., • Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the credibility to engage at board, executive and senior management level., • Strong understanding of the UK regulated financial services environment, coupled with a robust control mindset and a track record of continuous improvement., • Experience overseeing outsourced or centralised finance service providers., • Knowledge of financial systems and reporting tools, including ERP platforms such as Oracle, alongside strong Excel and presentation skills. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. We want you to be the real you throughout our recruitment process. Sharing your diversity information helps us understand the reach and impact of our hiring practices and builds a workplace where all people can thrive and belong. This information is kept separate from your application and is not visible to recruiters, hiring managers, or assessors at any stage. There's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. • 40 days’ annual leave, • a 16% employer pension contribution, • a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), • private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits – including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits here. Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas – our vectors of growth – focused on our clients’ changing needs. You can find out more about what we do here. Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, we’d like to hear from you. At Aberdeen we’ve adopted a ‘blended working’ approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. An inclusive culture, where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements – for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability – please let us know and we’ll be happy to help. #aberdeenplcjobs We’re committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all forms of difference are valued and which is free from any form of unfair or unlawful treatment. We define diversity in its broadest sense – this includes but is not limited to our diversity of educational and professional backgrounds, experience, cognitive and neurodiversity, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief and ethnicity and geographical provenance. We support a culture that values meritocracy, fairness and transparency and welcomes enquiries from everyone. If you need assistance or an adjustment due to a disability please let us know as part of your application and we will assist. At Aberdeen, our ambition is to be the UK’s leading Wealth & Investments group. We are focused on growing our direct and advised wealth platforms and repositioning our specialist asset management business to meet client demand. We are committed to providing excellent client service, supported by leading technology and talent. You can find out more about what we do here. Aberdeen comprises three businesses, interactive investor (ii), Investments and Adviser, each of which focuses on meeting and adapting to our clients’ evolving needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions - we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you. Step into a key position as a Global VAT E-Invoicing Manager in our fast growing Global VAT practice, specialising in e-invoicing and digital reporting. This role is designed for a subject-matter expert who will act as a trusted advisor to clients, supporting them through increasingly complex e-invoicing mandates and digital compliance requirements across jurisdictions. You will combine technical credibility with strong client-facing skills and a genuine interest in building a growing advisory offering. You will be comfortable taking ownership of your work, working collaboratively across disciplines and balancing technical detail with practical commercial outcomes. Working closely with colleagues across our international network, tax and technology teams, and third-party solution providers, you will have ownership of client engagements and contribute to business development through opportunity identification, solution design and proposal development. • Advising clients on global e-invoicing and digital reporting requirements, translating complex regulatory developments into practical business and technology implications., • Being a key contact for client queries relating to e-invoicing mandates, implementation approaches, operating models and solution feasibility., • Leading and contributing to client workshops, readiness assessments, gap analyses and solution design activities., • Developing trusted client relationships by providing clear, pragmatic and commercially relevant advice, • Taking responsibility for key aspects of e-invoicing engagements, from initial scoping and requirements gathering through solution design, testing and go-live., • Coordinating with technical specialists, project managers, technology providers and other stakeholders to support effective implementation., • Supporting the investigation and resolution of implementation issues, including reviewing data structures, XML outputs and integration requirements where appropriate., • Identifying delivery risks, dependencies and potential issues early, escalating where necessary and helping drive them through to resolution., • Contributing to quality assurance, risk management and continuous improvement, ensuring engagements meet client expectations and relevant regulatory requirements., • Acting as a key interface between clients, internal teams and third-party e-invoicing solution providers., • Building and maintaining effective working relationships with technology partners, developing a strong understanding of their capabilities and solutions., • Actively contributing to identify, shape and win new client opportunities within e-invoicing and digital reporting., • undefined Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you! We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate: • Relevant professional experience, with demonstrable expertise in e-invoicing, digital reporting, tax technology or related regulatory and technology-enabled transformation., • Experience advising clients on e-invoicing requirements, regulatory change, implementation projects or technology-enabled compliance., • A good understanding of data flows, data formats (including XML and delimited files) and system integrations., • Experience working with, implementing or assessing third-party e-invoicing solutions, with an understanding of the main technology providers and their capabilities., • Experience in professional services, consulting or a client-facing advisory environment is preferred., • Experience supporting business development, preparing proposals, scoping engagements or contributing to go-to-market initiatives., • Experience coordinating projects and working with multidisciplinary or international teams., • A background in VAT, indirect tax, finance or financial systems is beneficial but not essential., • Client-focused: Builds credibility and trust with clients, communicates clearly and understands their commercial and operational priorities., • Technically credible: Understands e-invoicing technology and data concepts and can engage confidently with both business and technical stakeholders without needing to be a developer., • Collaborative: Works effectively across disciplines, countries and external providers to deliver integrated solutions., • Proactive and accountable: Takes ownership of deliverables, follows through on commitments and identifies issues before they become problems., • Structured and pragmatic: Breaks down complex requirements and develops clear, practical and implementable recommendations., • Commercially minded: Recognises opportunities, helps shape solutions and contributes to business development and revenue growth., • Adaptable: Responds effectively to a rapidly evolving regulatory and technology landscape., • A strong communicator: Presents ideas confidently and persuasively, both verbally and in writing, adapting communication to different audiences., • Growth-oriented: Is motivated to develop their expertise, contribute to a growing service line and take on increasing responsibility over time. We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work. • 27 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days)., • Hybrid working, • Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP., • Individual healthcare cover., • Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse Talent Development team. At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion. At RSM we work hard to create an environment where our people can make a difference - to themselves, their career, their teams, and to the success of our firm and clients. We support all our people to work flexibly, to manage their family and other responsibilities alongside their work commitments; we believe this is key to achieving an inspiring and fulfilling working environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Aberdeen Group plc is one of Europe’s largest investment companies, and we are built on a long-standing culture of caring about the future and making a positive impact. Together we invest for a better future. We do it to make a difference to the lives of our clients and customers, our employees, society, and our shareholders. Our business is structured around three distinct areas focused on our clients' changing needs: Aberdeen Investments, Aberdeen Adviser, and interactive investor. As Business Manager to the Chief Distribution Officer, you will play a key role in helping deliver our purpose while investing in your tomorrow through meaningful strategic leadership and business impact. The Distribution function is central to Aberdeen Adviser’s growth, adviser engagement and commercial performance. Working closely with senior leaders across the business, the team helps shape strategy, drive execution and ensure clients and adviser firms receive an exceptional experience. Collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement sit at the heart of how the team operates, enabling our clients to be better investors. This permanent opportunity offers the chance to act as a strategic partner to the Chief Distribution Officer and lead the CDO Office. You will drive strategic execution, governance, performance management and organisational effectiveness across the Distribution function. Operating at the centre of key business decisions, you will work with senior stakeholders to translate priorities into measurable outcomes. The role provides significant exposure to leadership, transformation and commercial growth initiatives, making it an excellent opportunity to invest in your tomorrow and further develop your executive leadership capabilities. Based in Edinburgh with Aberdeen’s blended working approach. • Drive execution of the Distribution strategy, ensuring priorities, decisions and transformation initiatives are delivered effectively., • Act as a trusted advisor to the Chief Distribution Officer, providing challenge, insight and recommendations to support decision-making., • Lead performance management, executive reporting and leadership materials, identifying trends, risks and opportunities., • Coordinate governance activity, regulatory oversight and action tracking across Distribution and key Group functions., • Design and manage the operating rhythm of the Distribution Leadership Team, supporting planning, accountability and organisational effectiveness., • Develop executive communications and maintain strong stakeholder relationships across leadership teams and strategic partners., • Significant experience in a Chief of Staff, Business Manager, Strategy, Consulting or senior business leadership support role., • Strong commercial, strategic and analytical capability with sound judgement and discretion., • Ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver outcomes through collaboration and leadership., • Experience operating within a regulated environment and managing governance requirements., • Outstanding communication, presentation and executive stakeholder management skills., • Experience leading complex change, transformation or strategic delivery initiatives. Desirable: Wealth, platform, adviser or broader financial services experience; experience supporting a CEO, Executive Committee member or business division leader; understanding of distribution, sales leadership and growth agendas; and experience across governance, strategy, operations and people activities. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. We want you to be the real you throughout our recruitment process. Sharing your diversity information helps us understand the reach and impact of our hiring practices, and build a workplace where all people can thrive and belong. This information is kept separate from your application and is not visible to recruiters, hiring managers, or assessors at any stage. There's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days’ annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits – including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits here. Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas – our vectors of growth – focused on our clients’ changing needs. You can find out more about what we do here . Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, we’d like to hear from you. At Aberdeen we’ve adopted a ‘blended working’ approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. An inclusive culture , where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements – for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability – please let us know and we’ll be happy to help. #aberdeenplcjobs #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description At Aberdeen, our ambition is to be the UK's leading Wealth & Investments group. Strengthening talent and culture is one of our strategic priorities. We strive to make Aberdeen a great place to work so that we can attract and retain the industry's best talent. Our people put our stakeholders at the heart of everything they do by helping us to make a positive difference to the lives of our clients, customers, colleagues, shareholders, and society. We are focused on growing our direct and advised wealth platforms and repositioning our specialist asset management business to meet client demand. We are committed to providing excellent client service, supported by leading technology and talent. Aberdeen comprises three businesses, interactive investor (ii), Investments, and Adviser, each of which focuses on meeting and adapting to our clients’ evolving needs: • interactive investor, the UK's second largest direct-to-consumer investment platform, enables individuals in the UK to plan, save, and invest in the way that works for them., • Our Adviser business provides financial planning solutions and technology for UK financial advisers, enabling them to create value for their customers., • Our Investments business is a specialist asset manager that focuses on areas where we have both strength and scale to capitalise on the key themes shaping the market, through either public markets or alternative asset classes. About the Department Infrastructure Services provides the secure, resilient and scalable technology foundations that support Aberdeen's business and client services. Working closely with Architecture, Security, Cloud and Operations teams, the department drives modernisation, operational resilience and service excellence. The team fosters collaboration, continuous improvement and technical leadership, enabling our clients to be better investors through dependable infrastructure services. About the Role We are seeking a Lead Storage & Backup Engineer to provide technical leadership across enterprise storage, backup, recovery and cyber resilience services. Reporting to the Head of Infrastructure Services, you will own the engineering direction for Cohesity DataProtect, Azure backup and storage platforms, recovery assurance and infrastructure resilience capabilities. This is an opportunity to influence strategy, modernise critical services and lead high-impact initiatives across regulated technology environments. The role offers significant exposure across architecture, security, operations and supplier management, helping you invest in your tomorrow through meaningful technical leadership. Key Responsibilities • Act as the technical authority for storage, backup, recovery and cyber resilience technologies, defining standards and engineering best practice., • Lead the design, implementation and continual improvement of Cohesity DataProtect, Azure backup and enterprise storage platforms., • Drive recovery assurance, cyber recovery and ransomware recovery testing to improve resilience and recoverability outcomes., • Partner with Architecture, Security, Cloud and Operations teams to deliver strategic roadmaps, automation and platform modernisation initiatives., • Provide governance, supplier oversight and technical leadership for complex incidents, major changes and regulatory requirements., • Reduce operational complexity, technical debt and cost through optimisation, simplification and Infrastructure as Code approaches. About the Candidate • Strong hands-on experience with Cohesity DataProtect administration, engineering and troubleshooting across enterprise workloads., • Proven expertise in enterprise backup, recovery, replication, immutability and cyber resilience solutions., • Strong experience with Microsoft Azure infrastructure, Azure Backup, Recovery Services Vaults and storage services., • Knowledge of enterprise storage platforms, SAN, NAS, replication, performance optimisation and capacity planning., • Experience developing technical standards, solution designs, automation and Infrastructure as Code practices. Desirable criteria : Cohesity certifications; Microsoft Azure certifications such as AZ-104 or AZ-305; experience with Veritas NetBackup, Rubrik or similar platforms; Financial Services experience; and integration with monitoring, ITSM, CMDB and reporting tooling. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. Our benefits There's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days' annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits - including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits here. Our business Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas - our vectors of growth - focused on our clients' changing needs. You can find out more about what we do here . An inclusive way of working Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, we'd like to hear from you. At Aberdeen we've adopted a 'blended working' approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. An inclusive culture , where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements - for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability - please let us know and we'll be happy to help. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description About Aberdeen Aberdeen plc is one of Europe’s largest investment companies, and we are built on a long-standing culture of caring about the future and making a positive impact. Together we invest for a better future. We do it to make a difference to the lives of our clients and customers, our employees, society, and our shareholders. Our business is structured around three distinct areas focused on our clients’ changing needs: Aberdeen Investments, Aberdeen Adviser, and interactive investor. As Head of Accounting Shared Services, you will help bring ‘Invest in your tomorrow’ to life by protecting financial integrity and enabling trusted decisions for our clients and our business. About the Department Finance Operations is a core part of Aberdeen’s Finance function, delivering services across Record to Report, Billing, Banking, Accounts Payable and Supplier Relationship Management. Within Group Financial Control, the Record to Report team is responsible for managing General Ledger operations, balance sheet control, reconciliations and the delivery of month-end, quarter-end and year-end close activities across the Group. Working closely with colleagues in Edinburgh and Chennai, the team operates within a shared services environment, ensuring robust controls, accurate reporting and high-quality financial outcomes. Through strong governance, continuous improvement and operational excellence, the team helps enable our clients to be better investors. About the Role This is a senior Finance Operations leadership opportunity within the Record-to-Report (R2R) function, responsible for leading the organisation’s General Ledger operations and financial control environment. As head of a large-scale operational finance function, you will be accountable for the delivery of core finance processes including ledger integrity, reconciliations, balance sheet substantiation, controls governance and period-end close activities. Working across Edinburgh and offshore teams, you will lead a shared services operating model focused on operational excellence, control effectiveness, service delivery and continuous improvement. The role is particularly suited to finance operations, shared services, R2R, controllership and finance service delivery leaders who have experience managing large operational teams and driving high-volume finance processes. Rather than focusing on statutory reporting and external accounts production, this role centres on the effective running of finance operations, ownership of key control frameworks and ensuring the integrity of financial data and processes across the business. Leading a team of General Ledger Leads and Analysts, you will establish performance standards, strengthen governance processes and develop a culture of accountability, customer service and operational excellence. You will also play a key role in future operating model development, leveraging automation, AI and process transformation initiatives to improve efficiency, scalability and control across the finance function. Key Responsibilities • Lead the Record to Report function across Finance Operations, ensuring the consistent delivery of month-end, quarter-end and year-end close activities., • Oversee General Ledger operations, ensuring the accuracy, completeness and integrity of financial data across the Group., • Own reconciliations and Balance Sheet Substantiation processes, ensuring all balances, journals and outputs are fully supported and audit ready., • Maintain and strengthen the operational control environment through governance, risk management and financial controls., • Lead and develop GL Leads and the wider R2R organisation across onshore and offshore delivery teams., • Drive process standardisation, continuous improvement, automation and AI-enabled efficiencies. About the Candidate Essential requirements • Fully qualified accountant, such as CA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent., • Significant experience leading a large-scale Record to Report or Finance Operations function within a complex global organisation., • Strong leadership experience within a shared service centre and/or outsourced delivery environment, including offshore teams., • Deep expertise in General Ledger operations, reconciliations, balance sheet substantiation, financial controls and period-end close management., • Proven ability to establish and maintain robust operational control environments while delivering accurate and timely financial reporting., • Experience operating as the senior escalation point for R2R, control and financial risk matters, ideally using Oracle or a comparable ERP platform. Preferred experience • Experience leading finance process standardisation, operating model transformation, automation and AI initiatives that improve efficiency, control and service delivery within Record to Report or Finance Operations environments. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. Our benefits There’s more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days’ annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits – including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits here. Our business Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas – our vectors of growth – focused on our clients’ changing needs. You can find out more about what we do here. An inclusive way of working Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, we’d like to hear from you. At Aberdeen we’ve adopted a ‘blended working’ approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. An inclusive culture, where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements – for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability – please let us know and we’ll be happy to help. #J-18808-Ljbffr

At M&G, our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. With a heritage dating back more than 175 years, we have a long history of innovation in savings and investments, combining asset management and insurance expertise to offer a wide range of solutions. Our two distinct operating segments, Asset Management and Life, work together to provide access to balanced, long-term investment and savings solutions. Through telling it like it is, owning it now and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent. We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and offer workplace adjustments to ensure you have the support you need to succeed in your role. The Role: Account Relationship Consultant Location: Edinburgh OR Stirling office (Hybrid - 3 days per week) The Account Relationship Consultant plays an active role in strengthening adviser relationships and supporting the delivery of our growth ambitions. This role works in close partnership with Intermediated Distribution teams to identify opportunities, enhance adviser engagement, and deliver positive client outcomes. With a focus on being clear, supportive and commercially aware, the role helps advisers navigate products, tools and digital journeys with confidence, positioning M&G as a trusted and easy-to-do-business-with partner. This is a fast-paced and varied role that offers the opportunity to develop valuable sales and relationship management skills while building expertise across a broad range of products, services, and propositions. You'll gain exposure to a wide range of business areas, be supported in achieving professional qualifications, and have access to excellent career development opportunities to help shape your future career path. Key Responsibilities Relationship Management & Business Growth • Build trusted relationships with a panel of financial advisers, supporting the delivery of growth strategies in partnership with Account Managers., • Identify and progress sales opportunities through adviser engagement, insight, and management information. Adviser Support & Development • Provide timely, accurate support on product, proposition and pre-sales queries., • Help advisers maximise digital tools and self-service journeys, delivering engaging training and education sessions where appropriate., • Champion PruFund, M&G's flagship investment proposition, through targeted engagement, helping advisers recognise client opportunities and maximise the value of the solution.. Sales & Opportunity Generation • Conduct quality fact-finds to uncover opportunities and generate referrals for Account Managers., • Support quotation activity, new business generation, and the delivery of clear, compelling sales messages. Continuous Improvement • Resolve complex adviser queries collaboratively and contribute valuable adviser insight to projects, proposition enhancements, and business improvements. Knowledge, Skills & Experience • Broader product and proposition awareness across the market, with an understanding of key solutions including Bonds, Retirement and Pension propositions, ISAs, and investment products., • Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence positively., • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly and confidently., • Commercially aware, proactive, and able to prioritise effectively to achieve business objectives., • Self-motivated, organised, and comfortable managing multiple priorities., • Experience supporting training, onboarding, or capability development., • Good understanding of adviser needs and the financial services marketplace., • Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. R01, R04 or equivalent) or a willingness to work towards them. Work Level: Experienced Colleague Reports to: Manager - Account Relationships Recruiter: Phoebe Ewers What we offer: We're dedicated to supporting your wellbeing and helping you thrive, both at work and beyond. Our benefits are designed to help you balance your professional and personal life, and financially plan for the future. Our UK benefits include: • A valuable pension scheme of up to 18% (13% made up of employer contributions and 5% employee contributions)., • Access to our Share Save and Share Incentive Plan, alongside financial wellbeing and support services to help give you real confidence to put your money to work., • Enjoy 38 days annual leave (including bank holidays), with the opportunity to purchase up to five extra days. Our Time Off When You Need It policy gives you the flexibility - to balance work and personal commitments., • Our market-leading Inspiring Families policy includes comprehensive support and paid parental leave covering maternity, adoption, surrogacy, and paternity leave - because supporting families is an important part of our inclusive culture., • Health & Protection cover includes Private Healthcare, Critical Illness cover and Life Assurance for you, with additional family options - for peace of mind. To explore more about life at M&G and our full benefits offering, visit Life at M&G At M&G we strive to have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture, underpinned by our policies and employee-led networks that offer networking, support and development opportunities for the diverse communities our colleagues represent. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - across gender, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation and more - including neurodivergent individuals, career returners and those with military service experience. M&G is proud to be Level 3: Disability Confident Leader under the UK Government Disability Confident employer scheme, and we welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions. If you would like to participate in the initiative, you will have the opportunity to indicate this on your application. We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. All candidates have the opportunity to request reasonable adjustments when applying. If you need any additional support at any stage, please contact us at: careers@mandg.com

Company DescriptionVersion 1 has celebrated 30 years in business and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver technology and transformation solutions that drive customer success. Our deep expertise enables our customers to navigate the rapidly evolving technology landscape. We foster strong partnerships with global technology leaders including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems, Snowflake, ensuring that our customers are provided with the highest quality solutions and services. We’re an award-winning employer reflecting how our employees are at the very heart of what we do: UK & Ireland's premier AWS, Microsoft & Oracle partner 3300+ strong, 350/300m revenue business 10+ years as a Great Place to Work in Ireland & UK Best Workplace for Women in the UK & Ireland by GPTW Best Workplace for Wellbeing in the UK by GPTW We’re a core values driven company, we hire people who share our values, and we reward those who display and foster them, it’s deeply embedded within our DNA. Invest in us and we’ll invest in you!.Job DescriptionAct as the lead Power Platform and Solution Architect, or work alongside other architects, on strategic projects including business application, digital transformation, procurement and software development initiatives.Work with business analysts, product owners and project team members to understand business requirements and facilitate the definition of functional and non-functional requirements.Review and design solutions using Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Pages, Dataverse and Copilot Studio, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, supportable and aligned with organisational standards.Define Power Platform architecture and governance covering environment strategy, security, identity and access, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), custom connectors, application lifecycle management, monitoring and operational ownership.Design solutions that meet business requirements and involve collaboration across applications, integration, data, security, cloud and infrastructure architecture domains.Assess solution requirements and determine when the appropriate technology and when Power Platform, Microsoft, Azure or custom-development capabilities should be used.Design integration between Power Platform, Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, Azure services and other enterprise applications using appropriate integration patterns and APIs.Present wider solution designs to architecture governance forums for review and approval.Support enterprise architects in the development of architecture roadmaps, business applications and associated technology platforms.Manage relationships with senior business and technology stakeholders, acting as a trusted architecture adviser throughout the solution lifecycle.QualificationsEssential SkillsProven experience architecting and delivering enterprise solutions using Microsoft Power Platform, with strong knowledge of Power Apps, Power Automate and Dataverse, together with experience of Power Pages and/or Copilot Studio.Strong understanding of Power Platform architecture and governance, including environment strategy, security, Data Loss Prevention policies, connector governance, application lifecycle management and operational considerations.Proven experience in broader solution design and architecture, delivering technical solutions to business requirements across technology layers including user experience, applications, integration, data and cloud services.Experience of Microsoft Azure platform services and understanding of how Power Platform solutions integrate with Azure, Microsoft 365 and wider enterprise technology environments.Ability to evaluate business requirements and determine when Power Platform, Dynamics 365, Azure services or custom development represents the appropriate architectural approach.Effective interpersonal skills and experience engaging with senior business and technology stakeholders, including facilitating architecture and solution-design discussions.Ability to produce concise and accurate high-level solution designs, architecture decisions and supporting documentation that align with architecture governance processes, technology strategy and business requirements.Experience defining and working with non-functional requirements including security, availability, performance, scalability, resilience and monitoring.Experience presenting designs through Architecture Review Boards, Technical Design Authorities or equivalent architecture governance processes.Desirable SkillsExperience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and its relationship with Dataverse and the wider Power Platform ecosystem.Experience with Azure integration technologies such as API Management, Logic Apps, Azure Functions, Service Bus and Event Grid.Experience with Power Platform Centre of Excellence approaches and enterprise adoption and governance of low-code solutions.Strong experience architecting secure integration with external systems and services, with particular focus on identity and access management, secure connectivity, trust boundaries, and managing security risks associated with third-party services and dependencies.Experience with Microsoft Copilot Studio and the governance of AI-enabled applications and agents.Experience defining current-state, transition-state and target-state architectures and contributing to technology roadmaps.Experience working within regulated environments.Additional InformationAt Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their wellbeing, professional growth, and financial stability.Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme, where employees collectively benefit from a share of our company's profitsStrong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programmeFlexible/remote working, Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and people’s individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balanceFinancial Wellbeing initiatives including; Version 1 Pension with a 5% employee-matched contribution, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial advice and an Employee Discount schemeEmployee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and much more. 24 days holiday allowance plus Public Holidays, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policiesEducational assistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red HatReward schemes including Version 1’s Annual Excellence Awards & quarterly Star Awards.Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion and belonging schemes.And many more exciting benefits… drop us a note to find out more.Version 1 is an equal opportunities employerWe are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels valued and able to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences, and we value the different perspectives people bring including those shaped by disability and neurodiversity.We want every candidate to have a positive and accessible recruitment experience. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the process, please contact laura.cowan@version1.com at Version 1. We will consider all requests carefully, respectfully and confidentiallySummaryType: Full-timeFunction: Information TechnologyExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Information Technology And Services

AMG Search is seeking an Independent Financial Adviser in Edinburgh to join the team and manage a ready-made client book.

Job Description At Aberdeen, our ambition is to be the UK’s leading Wealth & Investments group. Strengthening talent and culture is one of our strategic priorities. We strive to make Aberdeen a great place to work so that we can attract and retain the industry’s best talent. Our people put our stakeholders at the heart of everything they do by helping us to make a positive difference to the lives of our clients, customers, colleagues, shareholders, and society. We are focused on growing our direct and advised wealth platforms and repositioning our specialist asset management business to meet client demand. We are committed to providing excellent client service, supported by leading technology and talent. Aberdeen comprises three businesses, interactive investor (ii), Investments, and Adviser, each of which focuses on meeting and adapting to our clients’ evolving needs: interactive investor, the UK’s second largest direct-to-consumer investment platform, enables individuals in the UK to plan, save, and invest in the way that works for them. Our Adviser business provides financial planning solutions and technology for UK financial advisers, enabling them to create value for their customers. Our Investments business is a specialist asset manager that focuses on areas where we have both strength and scale to capitalise on the key themes shaping the market, through either public markets or alternative asset classes. The Digital Engineering team develops and supports the digital platforms, services and integrations that power Aberdeen’s client experiences. Working across modern web technologies, cloud services and enterprise platforms, the team enables secure, scalable and reliable digital journeys. Collaboration, continuous improvement and high engineering standards are central to how the team works, helping our clients to be better investors. Based in Edinburgh, this permanent role offers the opportunity to work across front-end applications, back-end services, cloud infrastructure and enterprise integrations. You will develop, deliver and support digital solutions that provide exceptional client experiences while building your skills across a broad technology stack. Working closely with Product Owners, Architects, UX specialists and business stakeholders, you will solve technical challenges, contribute to engineering excellence and help shape modern digital services. This is an exciting opportunity to expand your expertise in cloud technologies, automation, testing and digital engineering while investing in your tomorrow. • Develop and support digital applications, APIs, services and integrations across Aberdeen’s digital estate, delivering secure and scalable solutions., • Build and support cloud-hosted applications within Microsoft Azure while maintaining CI/CD pipelines, automated testing and deployment processes., • Collaborate with Product Owners, Architects, UX teams and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality digital experiences and business outcomes., • Monitor live services, investigate incidents, resolve issues and contribute to improvements that reduce recurring problems., • Produce technical documentation, participate in code reviews and help improve engineering standards, tooling and ways of working., • Develop and maintain automated tests using Playwright and integrate quality checks into CI/CD pipelines. Developing and supporting production digital applications using modern engineering practices. Experience building REST APIs or back-end services, ideally using C# and .NET. Practical experience with Microsoft Azure, Git, GitHub and CI/CD automation. Experience creating and maintaining automated tests using Playwright or similar frameworks. Strong problem‑solving skills with an understanding of security, compliance and agile delivery practices. Ability to communicate technical decisions clearly, collaborate effectively and learn new technologies. • React, • Next.js, • TypeScript, • Terraform, • Sitecore XM Cloud, • Vercel, • Storybook, • GraphQL, • CodeQL, • SonarQube, • SEO and performance optimisation, • Experience working with enterprise‑scale digital platforms We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. We want you to be the real you throughout our recruitment process. Sharing your diversity information helps us understand the reach and impact of our hiring practices, and build a workplace where all people can thrive and belong. This information is kept separate from your application and is not visible to recruiters, hiring managers, or assessors at any stage. • 40 days’ annual leave, • 16% employer pension contribution, • discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), • private healthcare, • gym discounts, • season ticket loans, • employee discount portal Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas - our vectors of growth - focused on our clients’ changing needs. You can find out more about what we do here. Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, we’d like to hear from you. At Aberdeen we’ve adopted a ‘blended working’ approach. This approach combines the benefits of face‑to‑face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. An inclusive culture, where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements – for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability – please let us know and we’ll be happy to help. We’re committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all forms of difference are valued and which is free from any form of unfair or unlawful treatment. We define diversity in its broadest sense – this includes but is not limited to our diversity of educational and professional backgrounds, experience, cognitive and neurodiversity, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief and ethnicity and geographical provenance. We support a culture that values meritocracy, fairness and transparency and welcome enquiries from everyone. If you need assistance or an adjustment due to a disability please let us know as part of your application and we will assist. At Aberdeen, our ambition is to be the UK’s leading Wealth & Investments group. We are focused on growing our direct and advised wealth platforms and repositioning our specialist asset management business to meet client demand. We are committed to providing excellent client service, supported by leading technology and talent. You can find out more about what we do here. Aberdeen comprises three businesses, interactive investor (ii), Investments and Adviser, each of which focuses on meeting and adapting to our clients’ evolving needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr

At M&G, our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. With a heritage dating back more than 175 years, we have a long history of innovation in savings and investments, combining asset management and insurance expertise to offer a wide range of solutions. Our two distinct operating segments, Asset Management and Life, work together to provide access to balanced, long-term investment and savings solutions. Through telling it like it is, owning it now and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent. We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and offer workplace adjustments to ensure you have the support you need to succeed in your role. • This role provides leadership across Risk and Controls activities within Actuarial Modelling & Valuations, supporting the effective management of risks across key business processes, models and regulatory obligations., • Working closely with technical teams, senior management, Financial Risk, Model Validation, other Risk functions and Audit, the role helps ensure that robust and proportionate frameworks are operating as intended and supported by appropriate evidence. It supports teams in identifying and managing risk, embedding effective mitigating control processes and behaviours and ensuring that any gaps are understood, escalated and addressed through clear action plans., • The role acts as a trusted adviser and constructive challenger , translating complex matters into practical actions, clear governance reporting and informed decisions, while building capability through guidance and knowledge-sharing., • The successful candidate will gain broad exposure to senior stakeholders and major business, regulatory and governance initiatives, helping shape how risk management evolves to support growth, customer outcomes and sound decision-making., • Effective risk management supports good customer outcomes, sustainable growth and confidence in the decisions, models, processes and controls that underpin the organisation., • This role keeps risk management practical and value-adding by promoting accountability, informed decision-making, continuous improvement and proportionate governance as the business and external environment evolve., • Lead and coordinate Risk and Controls activities across Actuarial Modelling & Valuations, with clear priorities, ownership and dependencies., • Lead or support regulatory, audit and governance commitments , taking ownership of complex or emerging matters and establishing clear plans for proportionate remediation and sustainable resolution., • Maintain and enhance proportionate frameworks, policies, standards and governance arrangements within the remit of the role., • Coordinate and constructively challenge Risk & Control Self-Assessments, Key Control Assessments, issues, events and remediation plans, with appropriate ownership, timely resolution and closure evidence., • Oversee policy compliance, attestations, inventory management, risk appetite monitoring and reporting, including periodic quality review of key activities., • Partner with Financial Controls, Model Validation, other Risk functions, Internal and External Audit, and other reviewers to support the timely and proportionate closure of findings and continued improvement., • Lead the Risk Champion network , building capability through practical guidance, coaching and knowledge-sharing and helping embed effective behaviours across the function., • Identify opportunities to simplify and improve processes while balancing risk management, business needs and operational practicality., • Practical experience in Risk Management, Controls, Governance, Model Risk, Audit or a related discipline within regulated financial services, including RCSAs, control assessment, issue management and remediation., • Ability to work effectively with technical teams and senior stakeholders , supporting teams in operating and evidencing their controls while providing influence and constructive challenge., • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills , including the ability to explain complex matters clearly to senior and committee audiences, and engage effectively with reviewing teams., • Risk-based decision-making , with the ability to assess the nature and materiality of risks, determine an appropriate and proportionate response, and clearly explain and evidence the rationale for decisions., • Strong organisational skills , with the ability to manage competing priorities, dependencies and deadlines while maintaining quality and accuracy., • Experience of developing capability through coaching, training, guidance or people leadership. We’re dedicated to supporting your wellbeing and helping you thrive, both at work and beyond. Our benefits are designed to help you balance your professional and personal life , and financially plan for the future. Our UK benefits include : • A valuable pension scheme of up to 18% (13% made up of employer contributions and 5% employee contributions)., • Access to our Share Save and Share Incentive Plan, alongside financial wellbeing and support services to help give you real confidence to put your money to work., • Enjoy 38 days annual leave (including bank holidays), with the opportunity to purchase up to five extra days. Our Time Off When You Need It policy gives you the flexibility - to balance work and personal commitments., • Our market-leading Inspiring Families policy includes comprehensive support and paid parental leave covering maternity, adoption, surrogacy, and paternity leave - because supporting families is an important part of our inclusive culture., • Health & Protection cover includes Private Healthcare, Critical Illness cover and Life Assurance for you, with additional family options - for peace of mind. At M&G we strive to have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture, underpinned by our policies and employee-led networks that offer networking, support and development opportunities for the diverse communities our colleagues represent. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – across gender, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation and more – including neurodivergent individuals, career returners and those with military service experience. M&G is proud to be Level 3: Disability Confident Leader under the UK Government Disability Confident employer scheme, and we welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions. If you would like to participate in the initiative, you will have the opportunity to indicate this on your application. We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. All candidates have the opportunity to request reasonable adjustments when applying. If you need any additional support at any stage, please contact us at: #J-18808-Ljbffr

• The Aberdeen Adviser team develops platform, investment and advice propositions that help financial planning professionals deliver better outcomes for clients, • Working across product, technology, investments, risk and distribution teams, the function supports Aberdeen’s growth strategy by creating intuitive adviser experiences and scalable solutions, • The team combines market insight, customer understanding and commercial focus to enable our clients to be better investors, • We are looking for an experienced Product Manager to join our Adviser team in Edinburgh on a permanent basis at Level 4, • This is a strategic role responsible for shaping and delivering platform product, investment and advice propositions that transform how financial planning professionals interact with our platform, • You will lead proposition development from discovery through to launch, balancing innovation, customer needs, regulatory requirements and commercial outcomes, • The role offers the opportunity to influence the Aberdeen Adviser vision and strategy while working with senior stakeholders across the business, • Through this position, you can invest in your tomorrow by helping define the future of adviser experiences and customer outcomes, • Define and drive platform product and investment strategy, aligning innovation, usability and accessibility with business objectives, • Conduct market research, customer discovery and user testing to identify opportunities and improve adviser propositions, • Design and deliver new and enhanced adviser propositions from concept through to implementation and distribution, • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop impactful solutions that improve adviser engagement and customer outcomes, • Communicate proposition vision, progress and outcomes to senior stakeholders and influence strategic decision-making, • Monitor proposition performance, regulatory developments and market trends to continuously enhance offerings, • Salary sacrifice pension arrangement, • Private health insurance, • Life Assurance, • 40 days holiday if you work full time, • Dental insurance, • Health assessments, • Critical illness cover, • Will writing, • Power of attorney, • Financial Guidance and Advice, • Holiday buy, • Discounted gym memberships, • Cycle to work, • Interest free season ticket loan, • Electric car lease scheme, • Travel insurance, • Personal accident insurance, • Share Plans, • Give As You Earn (GAYE), • Volunteering, • Long service awards, • Subscription to Interactive Investor, • Subscription to Finimize, • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), • Supportive parental leave policies , delivered regionally (e.g. 26 weeks paid leave in UK for primary and secondary caregivers), • Employee discount site, • Discounted parking, • Strong understanding of adviser platforms, pensions and investment solutions, • Proven experience in proposition, product or platform roles within financial services, • Experience developing customer-centric solutions using data, insight, user research and feedback, • Demonstrated ability to translate complex requirements into clear, deliverable propositions, • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across diverse business areas, • Strategic and commercial mindset with a focus on execution and measurable outcomes #J-18808-Ljbffr

Department: Business Services Employment Type: Full Time Location: Edinburgh About Us Build something exceptional, with us... Our ambition is clear and openly bold. Armstrong Watson is on a journey to more than double our turnover by 2030, through disciplined organic growth, the attraction of outstanding talent, and the selective acquisition of like‑minded firms. But growth alone is not the goal. Reputation is. And reputation is earned, not inherited. Our strategic intent is simple to say and hard to deliver. To become the most respected adviser to privately owned businesses in the North and the UK. The firm business owners talk about. The firm lawyers and bankers recommend without hesitation. To achieve this, we are building the best Accounting and Financial Advisory firm to deal with, not just in the North, but across the UK. Exceptional service, deep expertise, trusted relationships, and absolute reliability define everything we do. These are not slogans; they are standards we hold ourselves to every day. At our core, we exist for one reason, to help our clients achieve prosperity, a secure future, and peace of mind. This strategy sets the direction. Our people, our values‑led culture, and our standards will deliver it. We are looking for people who want more than the next job. People who care deeply about: • Standards and professionalism, • Doing work they are proud to put their name to, • Building long‑term client relationships, • Being part of a firm with real momentum and intent If you want to grow with a business that is ambitious, values‑driven, and serious about excellence, Armstrong Watson offers opportunity and expectation in equal measure. What you will find here: • A firm with clear direction and momentum, • Clients who value advice and relationships, • Colleagues who care about doing things properly, • A culture built on Passion, Trust, Humanity and Honesty, • Genuine opportunity to shape your career as the firm grows This is our moment, and our vision is clear, to build something genuinely remarkable. Are you a Chartered Qualified (ICAS, ACA or ACCA) Accounting Professional looking to take the next step in your career? As a result of continued growth, we are seeking an ambitious and technically skilled Business Services Manager to join our team in either Edinburgh or Glasgow. As a Business Services Manager, you will be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from basic to large and complex assignments. Your main goal will be to ensure that our clients receive exceptional service whilst also focusing on team collaboration, performance and engagement. The main elements of this role will include: • Taking ownership for a portfolio of basic / large / complex Business Services clients, • Being responsible for the completion and submission of financial statements, business taxation and personal taxation for all clients within your portfolio by the required deadlines, • Overseeing and providing technical support to Business Services Assistants and Seniors. You will also be responsible for completing line management duties (1-1s, Annual and Quarterly Goal Setting Meetings, Student Review Meetings etc), • Resolving more complex queries relating to assignments and liaising directly with our clients, • Reviewing assignments which have been prepared by Business Services Assistants and Seniors to ensure they comply with our requirements and are ready for client review, • Attending and contributing to client meetings as required by the Business Services Partner, • Forming good and professional relationships with clients, creating an environment whereby clients feel happy to refer their contacts to Armstrong Watson, • Building your own network of professional contacts, which will hopefully result in generating new business Please note that we will not be accepting candidates from agency suppliers in connection with this vacancy. In order to fulfil the responsibilities of the position, we would like candidates to be / have: • A Full UK Driving Licence, • Either ICAS, ACA or ACCA qualified, • Experience of working in an accounting capacity at an Accountancy Practice, • Ambitious, and keen to drive the team forward, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, • A dedicated team player, and willing to assist colleagues in the team where possible, • Able to prioritise workloads under strict deadlines and work well under pressure, • Able to use initiative and have great organisation / problem solving skills, • Keen to become part of a dynamic team In return for your hard work helping us shape our future growth and development; we will provide a competitive salary and a positive benefits package which includes: • Salary Sacrifice Employer Contribution Pension Scheme including Life Cover (4x salary) and Income Protection, • Competitive Annual Leave entitlement & Annual Leave Purchase Scheme allowing you to buy up to 5 additional days annual leave each year, • Smart Working Policy, giving you the ability to balance home and remote working, • Health Shield Cash Plan (cash back on a range of Health benefits and discounts on holidays, fashion and entertainment), • Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support for wellbeing and health), • Paid flu jabs and eye tests, • Introductory Commission Scheme (financial reward if you refer a new client), • Employee Referral Scheme (financial reward if you refer new AW colleagues) enabling you to claim up to £2,500 for each referral, • Investment towards Continuous Professional Development (CPD), which includes access to comprehensive training courses and materials, • Paid professional membership fees In addition to all the benefits you would expect from an award winning employer, you will be given the utmost encouragement and support to develop your career further. 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Job Description About Aberdeen Aberdeen Group plc is one of Europe’s largest investment companies, and we are built on a long-standing culture of caring about the future and making a positive impact. Together we invest for a better future. We do it to make a difference to the lives of our clients and customers, our employees, society, and our shareholders. Our business is structured around three distinct areas focused on our clients' changing needs: Aberdeen Investments, Aberdeen Adviser, and interactive investor. As part of our Internal Audit function, this role offers the opportunity to shape technology assurance across the Group while investing in your tomorrow through meaningful leadership, development and impact. About the Department Internal Audit plays a critical role in helping Aberdeen achieve its strategic objectives while managing risk effectively. Working across Aberdeen Investments, Aberdeen Adviser, interactive investor and central functions, the team provides independent, risk-based assurance that supports strong governance and decision-making. The function is collaborative, forward-thinking and increasingly focused on data, technology and innovation to help enable our clients to be better investors. About the Role As IT Senior Audit Manager, you will be a senior leader within Internal Audit, reporting into the technology audit leadership team and acting as a key partner to senior stakeholders across the business. You will lead complex technology audits, oversee technology risk assessments and audit planning, manage integrated audit engagements and help shape the future direction of technology assurance across Aberdeen. This is an opportunity to influence decision-making at the highest levels, coach and develop talented audit professionals, and provide assurance across a diverse and evolving technology landscape. The role offers significant exposure to senior executives and major strategic initiatives, helping you invest in your tomorrow while delivering meaningful impact. Key Responsibilities • Lead the annual technology audit planning process, technology risk assessment activity and development of risk-based audit coverage across the Group., • Deliver complex technology audits and technology assurance workstreams within integrated audits, ensuring high-quality and timely outcomes., • Build trusted relationships with C-suite and senior technology stakeholders, providing insight on emerging risks and assurance priorities., • Oversee issue validation, portfolio quality and reporting, identifying themes and opportunities for sustainable risk reduction., • Lead, coach and develop audit professionals, allocating resources effectively and supporting capability growth across the team., • Act as deputy to the Head of Audit IT when required and represent Internal Audit at senior governance and leadership forums. About the Candidate • Significant internal audit, risk or assurance experience within financial services, including leadership responsibility., • Proven ability to lead complex, risk-based technology audits across multiple business areas and control environments., • Experience of integrated audits and partnering effectively with business audit teams and senior stakeholders., • Strong understanding of technology risks affecting large financial services organisations., • Excellent communication, influencing and relationship-management skills with the ability to translate technical topics into business impact., • Relevant professional qualification such as CISA, CISM or CRISC. Desirable: Experience in technology risk functions, knowledge of COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001 or NIST frameworks, exposure to cyber security, resilience, cloud, data, AI and third-party technology assurance, and experience using data analytics or AI-enabled audit tools. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We want you to be the real you throughout our recruitment process. Sharing your diversity information helps us understand the reach and impact of our hiring practices, and build a workplace where all people can thrive and belong. This information is kept separate from your application and is not visible to recruiters, hiring managers, or assessors at any stage. Our benefits There's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days’ annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits – including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits here. Our business Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas – our vectors of growth – focused on our clients’ changing needs. You can find out more about what we do here . An inclusive way of working Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, we’d like to hear from you. At Aberdeen we’ve adopted a ‘blended working’ approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. An inclusive culture , where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements – for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability. #aberdeenplcjobs #J-18808-Ljbffr

People Change Lead Edinburgh or London Hybrid 12-Month FTC £Competitive + Excellent Benefits FNZ is seeking a People Change Lead to join our People & Culture team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering organisational change and workforce transformation initiatives across FNZ. Working at the centre of complex business change programmes, you will lead the people aspects of transformation, ensuring change is delivered in a way that is commercially effective, employee-focused, compliant, and aligned to FNZ's values. You will help leaders successfully navigate organisational change whilst maintaining engagement, capability and business performance. Partnering closely with senior stakeholders, People teams and business leaders, you will design and deliver people change strategies that support FNZ's growth and evolving organisational priorities. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced People Business Partner, Change Lead, Organisational Design professional or Employee Relations specialist with significant experience delivering people-focused transformation programmes. You'll lead and support high-profile workforce and organisational change initiatives across a global organisation, helping leaders successfully implement change while balancing commercial objectives with employee experience and risk considerations. The role offers the opportunity to influence senior stakeholders, shape people change strategy, and drive meaningful organisational outcomes across FNZ. • Lead complex people change and workforce transformation activities across multiple business areas, • Design and implement people change strategies aligned to business objectives and organisational priorities, • Support leaders through organisational design and transformation initiatives, • Develop communication, engagement and change adoption plans to support successful implementation, • Partner with senior stakeholders to plan and deliver organisational change programmes, • Support restructuring, workforce optimisation and business transformation initiatives, • Advise on people, culture and organisational risks associated with change activities, • Establish robust governance, documentation and decision-making frameworks, • Support leaders in managing complex people-related challenges arising through periods of change, • Ensure sustainable organisational outcomes whilst balancing employee and commercial considerations, • Act as a trusted adviser on organisational change, workforce planning and transformation activities, • Provide practical guidance on consultation requirements, change methodologies and people impacts, • Partner with Legal, HR and business leaders to ensure a coordinated approach to change delivery, • Support senior leaders through sensitive and high-profile transformation initiatives, • Identify and mitigate people, operational, legal and reputational risks, • Promote best practice change management across the organisation, • Build trusted relationships with senior business leaders and People teams, • Influence decision-making through expert advice and evidence-based recommendations, • Facilitate discussions with key stakeholders throughout transformation programmes, • Provide regular updates to governance forums and leadership teams, • Ensure alignment across business, HR and Legal stakeholders during change initiatives, • Ensure all people change activities comply with employment legislation and regulatory requirements, • Maintain comprehensive programme documentation and audit trails, • Identify risks, issues and dependencies across transformation initiatives, • Support governance reporting and escalation processes where required, • Drive consistent and compliant approaches to organisational change across the business, • Significant experience leading people change, organisational transformation or workforce change initiatives within a complex organisation, • Proven experience delivering large-scale organisational change programmes, • Strong understanding of employment legislation and consultation requirements, • Experience engaging and influencing senior stakeholders and business leaders, • Demonstrable experience operating within professional services, financial services, consulting or private equity-backed organisations, • Strong commercial awareness and business acumen, • Experience working in fast-paced, evolving organisations, • Excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills, • Strong programme and project delivery capabilities, • Ability to manage multiple priorities and workstreams simultaneously, • The ability to lead through organisational change, • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, • Excellent judgement when managing c #J-18808-Ljbffr

Aberdeen Group plc is one of Europe's largest investment companies, and we are built on a long-standing culture of caring about the future and making a positive impact. Together we invest for a better future. We do it to make a difference to the lives of our clients and customers, our employees, society, and our shareholders. Our business is structured around three distinct areas focused on our clients' changing needs: Aberdeen Investments, Aberdeen Adviser, and interactive investor. The Distribution function is central to Aberdeen Adviser's growth, adviser engagement and commercial performance. Working closely with senior leaders across the business, the team helps shape strategy, drive execution and ensure clients and adviser firms receive an exceptional experience. Collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement sit at the heart of how the team operates, enabling our clients to be better investors. This permanent opportunity offers the chance to act as a strategic partner to the Chief Distribution Officer and lead the CDO Office. You will drive strategic execution, governance, performance management and organisational effectiveness across the Distribution function. Operating at the centre of key business decisions, you will work with senior stakeholders to translate priorities into measurable outcomes. The role provides significant exposure to leadership, transformation and commercial growth initiatives, making it an excellent opportunity to invest in your tomorrow and further develop your executive leadership capabilities. Based in Edinburgh with Aberdeen's blended working approach. • Drive execution of the Distribution strategy, ensuring priorities, decisions and transformation initiatives are delivered effectively., • Act as a trusted advisor to the Chief Distribution Officer, providing challenge, insight and recommendations to support decision-making., • Lead performance management, executive reporting and leadership materials, identifying trends, risks and opportunities., • Coordinate governance activity, regulatory oversight and action tracking across Distribution and key Group functions., • Design and manage the operating rhythm of the Distribution Leadership Team, supporting planning, accountability and organisational effectiveness., • Develop executive communications and maintain strong stakeholder relationships across leadership teams and strategic partners. Significant experience in a Chief of Staff, Business Manager, Strategy, Consulting or senior business leadership support role. Strong commercial, strategic and analytical capability with sound judgement and discretion. Ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver outcomes through collaboration and leadership. Experience operating within a regulated environment and managing governance requirements. Outstanding communication, presentation and executive stakeholder management skills. Experience leading complex change, transformation or strategic delivery initiatives. Desirable: Wealth, platform, adviser or broader financial services experience; experience supporting a CEO, Executive Committee member or business division leader; understanding of distribution, sales leadership and growth agendas; and experience across governance, strategy, operations and people activities. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. We want you to be the real you throughout our recruitment process. Sharing your diversity information helps us understand the reach and impact of our hiring practices, and build a workplace where all people can thrive and belong. This information is kept separate from your application and is not visible to recruiters, hiring managers, or assessors at any stage. There's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days' annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits - including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits here. Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas - our #J-18808-Ljbffr

The primary purpose of Commercial Delivery Manager is to support the Commercial Delivery Team. They will play a key role in managing governance and business management activities, along with supporting the Head of Commercial Planning with strategic projects and initiatives. The role holder will be responsible for managing issues arising across the Commercial teams and supporting the Commercial Management Team with content creation and governance of (adhoc and planned) team MI and reporting. They will establish a broad knowledge of all departments, understanding our advisors and customers, and the subsequent flow of work between departments to meet their needs. The role requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, active project management and problem‑solving skills with an analytical and inquisitive mind. They will be required to build and maintain relationships across the business, working closely with senior management. • Manage Commercial governance process, supporting the delivery and reporting of key Commercial MI and narrative, to sufficiently inform key stakeholders (e.g., Board, ExCo, Commercial Committee)., • Own people and engagement plan across CCO; incl. creating, curating, and managing agenda and content related activities., • Support the Head of Commercial Planning and Commercial Delivery Director in management and delivery of key strategic projects; creating clear and concise reports and recommendations, and owning delegated workstreams, where required., • Act as key resource for Commercial Management Team, maintaining strong relationships with senior management and providing support across number of adhoc and planned activities., • Support the Commercial management team to ensure records are actively maintained with regards to risks, issues and controls and appropriate monthly reports issued., • Represent Commercial Team interests in working groups and forums, as required., • Continuously role model Nucleus’ values, and inspire others to do the same., • Visionary mindset, not afraid to challenge the norm., • Analytical, with high attention to detail., • Collaboration and facilitation skills and building strong relationships., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Strong organisation skills and capacity to multi‑task across multiple workstreams., • Resilient, with the ability to manage own delegated workload and take initiative., • Willingness to try new things and embrace change., • Not afraid to speak up and provide valuable input and challenge., • Experience of developing strategic, executive level papers., • Experience working in a fast‑paced environment and knowledge of project management disciplines and best practice., • Ideally consultative background with some exposure to/engagement with senior stakeholders., • Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels., • A broad background within financial services; experience of adviser or D2C platform market(s) desirable., • Positively demonstrate the Nucleus values and behaviours., • Ensure compliance with Code of Conduct at all times. Mid‑Senior level Full‑time Consulting, Management, and Product Management As with most things in life, who cares, wins. We really care about inclusion. For us it’s not a tick box exercise; inclusion and diversity are embedded in our culture and everything we do. It’s a commercial imperative. It isn’t about being PC. It’s about being future‑relevant and durable. We owe it to ourselves and the industry to ensure we are playing our part in creating a fair, balanced and transparent financial services sector. More diversity means broader experience, a wider set of perspectives and a better collective ability to problem‑solve. It means being more representative of customer groups, which supports areas such as product development. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description At Aberdeen, our ambition is to be the UK’s leading Wealth & Investments group. Strengthening talent and culture is one of our strategic priorities. We strive to make Aberdeen a great place to work so that we can attract and retain the industry’s best talent. Our people put our stakeholders at the heart of everything they do by helping us to make a positive difference to the lives of our clients, customers, colleagues, shareholders, and society. We are focused on growing our direct and advised wealth platforms and repositioning our specialist asset management business to meet client demand. We are committed to providing excellent client service, supported by leading technology and talent. Aberdeen comprises three businesses, interactive investor (ii), Investments, and Adviser, each of which focuses on meeting and adapting to our clients’ evolving needs: interactive investor, the UK’s second largest direct-to-consumer investment platform, enables individuals in the UK to plan, save, and invest in the way that works for them. Our Adviser business provides financial planning solutions and technology for UK financial advisers, enabling them to create value for their customers. Our Investments business is a specialist asset manager that focuses on areas where we have both strength and scale to capitalise on the key themes shaping the market, through either public markets or alternative asset classes. We are looking for a Senior ERP Technical Analyst with strong Oracle ERP Finance knowledge and the confidence to work across business and technology teams. The role will support and improve Aberdeen’s Oracle ERP Finance platform, including Supplier Portal, General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Cash Management, Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable. The successful candidate will translate Finance requirements into system changes, lead patching and release activity, resolve production issues and work with stakeholders, vendors and Oracle support to keep the platform stable, controlled and ready for future change. • Support and enhance Oracle ERP Finance modules, including Supplier Portal, General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Cash Management, Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable., • Configure and improve Supplier Portal onboarding, approvals, questionnaires, notifications and access controls., • Lead Oracle ERP patching and releases, including impact assessment, regression planning, defect management and production implementation., • Investigate and resolve issues across configuration, data, integrations, reporting, access and scheduled processes., • Work with Finance, Procurement and Accounts Payable stakeholders to understand requirements, support testing and maintain clear process documentation. Maintain strong controls through clear documentation, test evidence, run books, change records and release readiness materials. The successful candidate will have strong Oracle ERP Finance experience, ideally within Oracle Cloud ERP. They will combine functional finance knowledge with practical technical skills across configuration, patching, release testing, troubleshooting, reporting and service management. They should be comfortable working with both business and technology teams, with good attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset. There are some essential requirements of the role. The role holder will have: • Strong understanding of Oracle ERP Finance processes, particularly Supplier Portal, General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Cash Management, Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable., • Hands‑on experience with Oracle ERP Finance configuration, including set‑up changes, impact assessment and controlled promotion through test and production environments., • Experience configuring Supplier Portal onboarding, registration, approvals, questionnaires, notifications and process controls., • Experience leading Oracle ERP patching, quarterly updates, regression testing, defect management and go‑live support., • Ability to troubleshoot issues across scheduled processes, data loads, transaction processing, reporting, interfaces and integrations., • Experience using ERP reports, data extracts, reconciliations and exception analysis to support Finance operations., • Good awareness of Oracle ERP roles, access, permissions and segregation of duties controls., • Experience supporting testing, documentation, Oracle service requests, incidents, problems and change management activity. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. We want you to be the real you throughout our recruitment process. Sharing your diversity information helps us understand the reach and impact of our hiring practices, and build a workplace where all people can thrive and belong. This information is kept separate from your application and is not visible to recruiters, hiring managers, or assessors at any stage. There’s more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days’ annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits – including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits here. Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas – our vectors of growth – focused on our clients’ changing needs. You can find out more about what we do here. Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, we’d like to hear from you. At Aberdeen we’ve adopted a ‘blended working’ approach. This approach combines the benefits of face‑to‑face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. An inclusive culture, where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements – for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability – please let us know and we’ll be happy to help. #aberdeenplcjobs We’re committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all forms of difference are valued and which is free from any form of unfair or unlawful treatment. We define diversity in its broadest sense – this includes but is not limited to our diversity of educational and professional backgrounds, experience, cognitive and neurodiversity, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief and ethnicity and geographical provenance. We support a culture that values meritocracy, fairness and transparency and welcomes enquiries from everyone. If you need assistance or an adjustment due to a disability please let us know as part of your application and we will assist. At Aberdeen, our ambition is to be the UK’s leading Wealth & Investments group. We are focused on growing our direct and advised wealth platforms and repositioning our specialist asset management business to match client demand. We are committed to providing excellent client service, supported by leading technology and talent. You can find out more about what we do here. Aberdeen comprises three businesses, interactive investor (ii), Investments and Adviser, each of which focuses on meeting and adapting to our clients’ evolving needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Edinburgh or London (Hybrid) Permanent FNZ is seeking a Head of Planning & Forecasting to join our FP&A Finance team and lead financial planning across the organisation. This is a senior finance leadership opportunity with responsibility for ensuring FNZ has a clear, robust and forward-looking view of financial performance. You'll lead the annual budget, rolling forecasts, long-range planning and scenario analysis, partnering closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Commercial, Functions and Executive leadership. Combining strategic thinking with deep FP&A expertise, you'll strengthen financial planning and decision-making, challenge assumptions, and ensure financial plans are closely connected to FNZ's strategic and commercial priorities. As Head of Planning, you'll take ownership of the financial planning cycle within FP&A, leading budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning across the business. You'll establish an integrated approach to planning across P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and operational drivers, while providing senior management, Executive and Board-level audiences with clear analysis and actionable financial insight. You’ll also lead and develop the planning team and play a key role in transforming FNZ's planning capabilities, including leading the implementation and ongoing development of Anaplan. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced FP&A leader to combine strategic planning, senior business partnering, transformation and people leadership in a complex global organisation. • Leading FNZ's annual budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes, ensuring outputs are accurate, timely and aligned with strategic priorities, • Developing an integrated planning approach across P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and key operational drivers, • Owning the planning timetable, governance, assumptions and review processes, ensuring clear accountability across Finance and the wider business, • Driving improvements in forecast accuracy, planning efficiency and financial transparency, • Ensuring planning activities provide a robust and forward-looking view of financial performance, • Providing clear analysis of forecasts, plans and financial assumptions, identifying key trends, risks, opportunities and business drivers, • Translating complex financial information into concise, actionable recommendations for senior management, Executive and Board-level audiences, • Leading scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis to help the organisation understand potential financial outcomes, • Providing management information and financial insight to support strategic initiatives, investment decisions and transformation programmes, • Constructively challenging financial assumptions and commercial plans to improve decision-making and financial outcomes, • Partnering with senior business leaders to embed financial discipline and improve the quality of financial planning, • Acting as a trusted adviser to Finance leadership, providing independent challenge on financial outlook, planning assumptions and strategic choices, • Building strong relationships across Finance Business Partnering, Controllership, Treasury, Strategy and Operational teams, • Presenting complex planning outputs clearly and confidently to senior stakeholders, • Connecting financial planning with FNZ's wider strategic and commercial priorities, • Leading, coaching and developing a high-performing planning team, setting clear expectations and strengthening analytical capability, • Improving planning processes, models and templates to reduce manual effort and increase the quality of insight, • Leading the implementation, embedding and ongoing development of Anaplan as FNZ's new planning system, • Ensuring Anaplan supports robust budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, scenario modelling and business partnering, • Promoting a culture of accuracy, accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement across FP&A You’ll be an experienced finance leader with significant FP&A and planning expertise, strong commercial judgement and the credibility to influence senior leaders across a complex organisation. • Qualified accountant or finance professional, ideally ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent, • Substantial experience across FP&A, financial planning, commercial finance or finance business partnering, • Proven experience leading budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning within a complex or fast-paced organisation, • Strong track record of partnering with senior stakeholders and influencing commercial decision-making, • Experience managing, developing and motivating finance teams, • Advanced financial modelling and analytical capability, • Strong Excel skills and experience working with planning, ERP, EPM or BI tools, • Strong understanding of P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, working capital and key financial performance drivers, • Financial Services or Technology experience would be advantageous, • Strategic and commercially minded, with the ability to connect financial plans to wider business priorities, • An excellent communicator who can simplify complex financial information for non-finance audiences, • A confident and credible influencer who is comfortable constructively challenging senior stakeholders, • Highly analytical and detail-oriented, with the ability to operate effectively through ambiguity, • A strong people leader focused on developing talent and building team effectiveness, • Proactive and outcome-focused, with the ability to operate at pace while maintaining high standards of control and accuracy, • Strong strategic, commercial and financial judgement, • The ability to translate sophisticated financial analysis into clear recommendations and business decisions, • Confidence operating with Executive and senior leadership stakeholders, • Strong leadership skills and a commitment to developing high-performing teams, • The ability to challenge assumptions constructively and influence strategic decisions, • Deep understanding of financial planning, forecasting and performance drivers, • A continuous-improvement mindset with the ability to transform planning processes and systems, • The ability to operate effectively across multiple workstreams, prioritising competing demands and adapting quickly to changing business requirements At FNZ, you’ll be part of a high-growth, global organisation transforming wealth management through technology and innovation. • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, • Private health and life insurance, • Paid parental and volunteer leave, • Fully funded learning and professional development opportunities, • Clear career progression pathways within Finance and the wider organisation, • The opportunity to influence senior financial and strategic decision-making, • A collaborative, inclusive and high-performance culture FNZ is committed to opening up wealth by making wealth management more accessible. We partner with many of the world's leading financial institutions to deliver technology-enabled wealth management solutions that improve outcomes for millions of investors worldwide. With thousands of employees across more than 30 countries, FNZ combines technology, expertise and innovation to shape the future of wealth management. FNZ is committed to opening up wealth so that everyone, everywhere can invest in their future on their terms. We know the foundation to do that already exists in the wealth management industry, but complexity holds firms back. We created wealth's growth platform to help. We provide a global, end-to-end wealth management platform that integrates modern technology with business and investment operations. All in a regulated financial institution. We partner with the world's leading financial institutions, with over US$2.5 trillion in assets on platform (AoP). Together with our clients, we empower nearly 30 million people across all wealth segments to invest in their future. #J-18808-Ljbffr

• At Aberdeen, our ambition is to be the UK’s leading Wealth & Investments group, • Strengthening talent and culture is one of our strategic priorities. We strive to make Aberdeen a great place to work so that we can attract and retain the industry’s best talent, • Our people put our stakeholders at the heart of everything they do by helping us to make a positive difference to the lives of our clients, customers, colleagues, shareholders, and society, • We are focused on growing our direct and advised wealth platforms and repositioning our specialist asset management business to meet client demand. We are committed to providing excellent client service, supported by leading technology and talent, • Aberdeen comprises three businesses, interactive investor (ii), Investments, and Adviser, each of which focuses on meeting and adapting to our clients’ evolving needs:, • Interactive investor, the UK’s second largest direct-to-consumer investment platform, enables individuals in the UK to plan, save, and invest in the way that works for them, • Our Adviser business provides financial planning solutions and technology for UK financial advisers, enabling them to create value for their customers, • Our Investments business is a specialist asset manager that focuses on areas where we have both strength and scale to capitalise on the key themes shaping the market, through either public markets or alternative asset classes, • Digital Engineering delivers the platforms, applications and services that power customer and colleague experiences across Aberdeen. Working closely with product, security and business teams, the department modernises technology, strengthens resilience and supports innovation. The team promotes collaboration, continuous improvement and engineering excellence, helping enable our clients to be better investors, • We are looking for a Senior Identity & Full-Stack Engineer to take technical ownership of our customer-facing identity platform while contributing to application, API and cloud engineering initiatives. Based in Edinburgh, this permanent opportunity combines identity platform leadership with hands‑on software engineering across Microsoft Azure and modern digital technologies, • You will play a key role in improving security, reliability, automation and user experience across our digital estate. This is an opportunity to shape critical services, influence engineering standards and continue developing your expertise in a collaborative environment, • Own and evolve Aberdeen’s customer-facing Identity Provider (IDP) and IDaaS platform, ensuring reliability, security and continuous improvement, • Design and implement authentication, SSO, federation, user lifecycle and access governance solutions using OAuth 2.0, OIDC, SAML and SCIM, • Build and support cloud-native applications, APIs and integrations on Microsoft Azure, taking solutions from design through to production support, • Drive automation and engineering excellence through Terraform, GitHub, CI/CD pipelines and scripting tools, • Troubleshoot complex incidents, perform root-cause analysis and strengthen operational resilience across digital services, • Mentor engineers and contribute to technical leadership, standards and best practices across Digital Engineering, • Salary sacrifice pension arrangement, • Private health insurance, • Life Assurance, • 40 days holiday if you work full time, • Dental insurance, • Health assessments, • Critical illness cover, • Will writing, • Power of attorney, • Financial Guidance and Advice, • Holiday buy, • Discounted gym memberships, • Cycle to work, • Interest free season ticket loan, • Electric car lease scheme, • Travel insurance, • Personal accident insurance, • Share Plans, • Give As You Earn (GAYE), • Volunteering, • Long service awards, • Subscription to Interactive Investor, • Subscription to Finimize, • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), • Supportive parental leave policies , delivered regionally (e.g. 26 weeks paid leave in UK for primary and secondary caregivers), • Employee discount site, • Discounted parking Experience operating and supporting Identity Provider or Identity-as-a-Service platforms, ideally Okta but other Identity platforms will be consideredExperience with Terraform, GitHub, CI/CD automation and scripting toolsStrong software engineering capability across C# .NET APIs, backend services and secure integrationsHands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure, identity integration and cloud-native servicesStrong problem‑solving skills with the ability to collaborate, mentor and support colleaguesStrong knowledge of OAuth 2.0, OIDC, SAML, SSO, MFA and identity security controlsDesirable: Okta administration, SCIM provisioning, access governance, GraphQL, Playwright, TypeScript, Terraform-based infrastructure provisioning, AI-assisted engineering tools and regulated financial services experience #J-18808-Ljbffr

Contract type: Permanent Location: Edinburgh, Alderley Park, London Working style: Hybrid 50% home/office based To help us manage applications effectively, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early once we have received a high number of applications or identified enough suitable candidates for the next stage of the process. We encourage you to apply as early as you can. We are looking for a Head of Events to lead Royal London’s organisation-wide events function and shape a high-impact portfolio of colleague, member and external events. You will bring experience delivering medium to large scale events, with the ability to take a proposal from concept through to approval, including presenting clear recommendations to senior executive or equivalent stakeholders. You will set the strategy, standards and governance that connect every significant event to our purpose, brand, communications activity, and strategic priorities, while creating engaging, inclusive experiences across virtual, hybrid and in-person formats. As a trusted adviser to senior leaders, you will influence investment and priorities, lead and develop the events team, and ensure activity delivers measurable impact and value. • Set the events strategy and annual plan for Royal London, ensuring activity supports our communications, brand, colleague engagement, member engagement, external reputation and wider campaign goals., • Lead governance across the events portfolio, with clear standards, approvals, controls, risk management, and escalation routes., • Oversee medium to large scale in-person, virtual and hybrid events, ensuring they are delivered to agreed quality, timeline, budget and audience experience expectations., • Advise and influence senior stakeholders, executive sponsors, translating proposals into clear recommendations on priorities, investment, audiences, and delivery choices., • Champion creative, accessible and audience-first event experiences that bring Royal London’s purpose, values, and mutuality to life., • Own the events budget, forecasting and supplier model, securing quality, value and resilience through strong commercial management, supplier management, and negotiation., • Apply strong governance, controls, and risk management across the portfolio, ensuring events are planned and delivered in line with internal standards and external requirements., • Lead, motivate and develop the events team, building capability, clear ways of working and a culture of continuous improvement., • Experience leading large scale campaigns and major events programme within a large, complex organisation or similarly demanding environment., • A strong record of delivering high-profile in-person, virtual and hybrid events for varied audiences, with good judgement on the right format for the audience and objective., • Credibility with senior leaders, including the confidence to take proposals and recommendations to senior executive or equivalent stakeholders, advise, influence, challenge and negotiate constructively., • Strong people leadership experience, with the ability to motivate a team, develop capability and create an inclusive culture., • Excellent financial and commercial skills, including budget ownership, forecasting, supplier-management, and negotiation, with the ability to secure value and manage spend effectively., • Experience managing governance, controls and operational, financial, health and safety, reputational and regulatory risks linked to event delivery., • A creative, audience-focused, and insight-led approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities and make clear decisions under pressure. We’re the UK’s largest mutual life, pensions and investment company, offering protection, long-term savings and asset management products and services. Our People Promise to our colleagues is that we will all work somewhere inclusive, responsible, enjoyable, and fulfilling. This is underpinned by our Spirit of Royal London values; Empowered, Trustworthy, Collaborate, Achieve. We've always been proud to reward employees by offering great workplace benefits such as 28 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays, an up to 14% employer matching pension scheme and private medical insurance. We’re an inclusive employer. We celebrate and value different backgrounds and cultures across Royal London. Our diverse people and perspectives give us a range of skills which are recognised and respected – whatever their background. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Aberdeen is seeking an experienced Product Manager to join the Adviser team in Edinburgh on a permanent basis at Level 4. You will shape and deliver platform product, investment and advice propositions that transform how financial planning professionals interact with our platform. You will lead proposition development from discovery through to launch, balancing innovation, customer needs, regulatory requirements and commercial outcomes, while engaging senior stakeholders across the business. #J-18808-Ljbffr

At M&G, our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. With a heritage dating back more than 175 years, we have a long history of innovation in savings and investments, combining asset management and insurance expertise to offer a wide range of solutions. Our two distinct operating segments, Asset Management and Life, work together to provide access to balanced, long-term investment and savings solutions. Through telling it like it is, owning it now and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent. We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and offer workplace adjustments to ensure you have the support you need to succeed in your role. M&G Life is accelerating a multi-year transformation of its Individual Life & Pensions business, with adviser and customer experience as the primary engine of growth. Digital Growth is the pillar accountable for the next-generation operating model, platforms and end-to-end services that our adviser and customer experiences depend on, so that the pace and quality step-change over the next three years. All delivered through digital-first, omni-channel experiences. The Head of Digital Growth partners with the Digital Proposition, Experience Design and Technology leads to shape the next-era digital standard, and leads the multi-year programmes that move the dial on customer, adviser and commercial KPIs. The Head of Digital Growth owns the multi-year digital modernisation of the Digital operating model, platforms and services that underpin M&G’s adviser and customer services across the open and closed book. The role co-defines the growth thesis and digital standards, the leading indicators, and orchestrates squads across Product, Experience, Design, Technology, Marketing, Distribution and Operations to deliver outcomes – not outputs. It is a senior, externally-credible leader who balances commercial rigour (business case, payback, unit economics) with Consumer Duty, accessibility and operational efficiency, and who can shape both the long-arc strategy and the next sprint's experiments. • Lead the multi year Digital modernisationprogrammes that move today's experiences, platforms and services to that future state, from discovery through to benefit realisation., • Own the commercial case for modernisation– sizing, sequencing, investment trade offs, payback and benefit realisation across the programme portfolio and steward governance approval., • Define and embed a test-and-learn operating model(discovery → alpha → beta → live), running enduring cross-functional squads that ship continuously and learn from data., • Co-shape the next era digital operating model for AX, CX & Digital– service architecture, sourcing model, ways of working, tooling and data – jointly with the Lead Product Owners, Experience Design and Technology leads., • Partner with the Product Ownersso that new propositions adopt the modernised operating model, and the existing Digital estate is fit for purpose – preserving each LPO's ownership of their roadmaps, backlogs and outcomes., • Represent the pillar in senior IL&P governance, planning and ExCo facing forums; act as a credible voice for the future state operating model and the case for change., • Lead, coach and develop multi-disciplinary teams; build capability in experimentation, conversion optimisation and digital analytics., • Commercially astute Digital leader – connects experience decisions to flows, retention and lifetime value, with strong unit-economics and business-case discipline., • Influential collaborator and communicator – aligns disparate stakeholders across Propositions, Distribution, Marketing, Technology, Change and Operations behind a single, shared vision., • Data-driven and experimentation-led; fluent in funnels, cohorts, attribution, A/B testing and behavioural analytics; sets metrics and closes the loop., • Strategic and systems-thinker who can hold the long-arc view while making sharp, near-term prioritisation calls., • Regulatory fluency, especially Consumer Duty and GDPR; translates obligations into practical product and growth choices without compromising experience., • People leader – builds high-performing, empowered, cross-functional teams; coaches; sets standards and a culture of excellence and accountability., • Comfortable with ambiguity and pace; brings a first-principles, outcome-orientated mindset to complex, regulated environments., • Extensive senior leadership experience in Digital growth, proposition or product roles within financial services or another regulated, customer- and intermediary-led market., • Proven track record of delivering measurable commercial growth (acquisition, conversion, retention, LTV) through digital channels at scale., • Deep experience leading omni-channel adviser and/or customer journeys in a B2B2C model., • Demonstrable success operating within a regulated environment with Consumer Duty (or equivalent) embedded across decision-making., • Strong commercial and analytical skills – fluent with business case shaping, KPI definition, digital analytics and experimentation frameworks., • Agile delivery expertise; experience running enduring cross-functional squads end-to-end (discovery to live)., • Excellent stakeholder management and senior communication skills – credible at ExCo / SLT level and engaging across Distribution, Technology, Marketing and Operations., • Proven people leadership – building, coaching and scaling multi-disciplinary teams., • In-depth knowledge of the UK life & pensions market (open and closed book), adviser ecosystems, platforms and third-party servicing models., • Exposure to large-scale digital transformation, target operating model design or modernization of platforms., • Familiarity with modern growth, martech and personalisation tooling, and with AI-enabled experience and advice models. Department and team: Adviser Experience, Customer Experience & Digital – Digital Growth Job level: Manager/ Expert Role reports to: Director, AX, CX & Digital Proposition Direct Reports: A team of up to 6 but predominantly coordination of large-scale transformation projects. Location: Ideally based in one of our UK offices (Stirling, Edinburgh, London, Reading - Hybrid). We may consider home working UK for the right candidate. We’re dedicated to supporting your wellbeing and helping you thrive, both at work and beyond. Our benefits are designed to help you balance your professional and personal life, and financially plan for the future. Our UK benefits include: • A valuablepension scheme of up to 18%(13% made up of employer contributions and 5% employee contributions)., • Access to ourShare SaveandShare Incentive Plan,alongside financial wellbeing and support services to helpgive you real confidence to put your money to work., • Enjoy 38 days annual leave (including bank holidays), with the opportunity to purchase up to five extra days. OurTime Off When You Need Itpolicy gives you the flexibility - to balance work and personal commitments., • Our market-leadingInspiring Familiespolicy includes comprehensive support and paid parental leave covering maternity, adoption, surrogacy, and paternity leave - because supporting families is an important part of our inclusive culture., • Health & Protection cover includesPrivate Healthcare, Critical Illness coverandLife Assurancefor you, with additional family options - for peace of mind. To explore more about life at M&G and our full benefits offering, visit Life at M&G At M&G we strive to have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture, underpinned by our policies and employee-led networks that offer networking, support and development opportunities for the diverse communities our colleagues represent. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – across gender, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation and more – including neurodivergent individuals, career returners and those with military service experience. M&G is proud to be Level 3: Disability Confident Leader under the UK Government Disability Confident employer scheme, and we welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions. If you would like to participate in the initiative, you will have the opportunity to indicate this on your application. We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. All candidates have the opportunity to request reasonable adjustments when applying. If you need any additional support at any stage, please contact us at: #J-18808-Ljbffr

People Change Lead Edinburgh or London Hybrid 12-Month FTC £Competitive + Excellent Benefits FNZ is seeking a People Change Lead to join our People & Culture team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering organisational change and workforce transformation initiatives across FNZ. Working at the centre of complex business change programmes, you will lead the people aspects of transformation, ensuring change is delivered in a way that is commercially effective, employee-focused, compliant, and aligned to FNZ's values. You will help leaders successfully navigate organisational change whilst maintaining engagement, capability and business performance. Partnering closely with senior stakeholders, People teams and business leaders, you will design and deliver people change strategies that support FNZ's growth and evolving organisational priorities. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced People Business Partner, Change Lead, Organisational Design professional or Employee Relations specialist with significant experience delivering people-focused transformation programmes. You'll lead and support high-profile workforce and organisational change initiatives across a global organisation, helping leaders successfully implement change while balancing commercial objectives with employee experience and risk considerations. The role offers the opportunity to influence senior stakeholders, shape people change strategy, and drive meaningful organisational outcomes across FNZ. • Lead complex people change and workforce transformation activities across multiple business areas, • Design and implement people change strategies aligned to business objectives and organisational priorities, • Support leaders through organisational design and transformation initiatives, • Develop communication, engagement and change adoption plans to support successful implementation, • Partner with senior stakeholders to plan and deliver organisational change programmes, • Support restructuring, workforce optimisation and business transformation initiatives, • Advise on people, culture and organisational risks associated with change activities, • Establish robust governance, documentation and decision-making frameworks, • Support leaders in managing complex people-related challenges arising through periods of change, • Ensure sustainable organisational outcomes whilst balancing employee and commercial considerations, • Act as a trusted adviser on organisational change, workforce planning and transformation activities, • Provide practical guidance on consultation requirements, change methodologies and people impacts, • Partner with Legal, HR and business leaders to ensure a coordinated approach to change delivery, • Support senior leaders through sensitive and high-profile transformation initiatives, • Identify and mitigate people, operational, legal and reputational risks, • Promote best practice change management across the organisation, • Build trusted relationships with senior business leaders and People teams, • Influence decision-making through expert advice and evidence-based recommendations, • Facilitate discussions with key stakeholders throughout transformation programmes, • Provide regular updates to governance forums and leadership teams, • Ensure alignment across business, HR and Legal stakeholders during change initiatives, • Ensure all people change activities comply with employment legislation and regulatory requirements, • Maintain comprehensive programme documentation and audit trails, • Identify risks, issues and dependencies across transformation initiatives, • Support governance reporting and escalation processes where required, • Drive consistent and compliant approaches to organisational change across the business, • Significant experience leading people change, organisational transformation or workforce change initiatives within a complex organisation, • Proven experience delivering large-scale organisational change programmes, • Strong understanding of employment legislation and consultation requirements, • Experience engaging and influencing senior stakeholders and business leaders, • Demonstrable experience operating within professional services, financial services, consulting or private equity-backed organisations, • Strong commercial awareness and business acumen, • Experience working in fast-paced, evolving organisations, • Excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills, • Strong programme and project delivery capabilities, • Ability to manage multiple priorities and workstreams simultaneously, • The ability to lead through organisational change, • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, • Excellent judgement when managing c #J-18808-Ljbffr

Aveni is redefining how financial institutions use AI. We build real, production-ready agentic systems that reshape how banks, advisers and financial services firms operate, replacing fragmented processes with intelligent, end-to-end workflows. We have been recognised as Fintech of the Year for two consecutive years and awarded Best Specialist Technology Service at the Professional Adviser Awards 2025. Backed by leading investors including Puma Private Equity, and commercially supported by Lloyds Banking Group and Nationwide Building Society, we previously completed one of Scotland’s largest Series A rounds. Since then, we’ve continued to grow rapidly as adoption of AI in financial services accelerates, and we’re now scaling our engineering organisation to meet that demand. Our engineering team includes experienced software engineers and PhD-level AI specialists, with strong ties to the University of Edinburgh, giving you access to exceptional expertise and opportunities for continuous learning as part of the day-to-day work. The Role As a Senior Software Engineer at Aveni, you’ll be responsible for building and scaling the products that sit on top of FinLLM (the UK's first LLM for the Financial Services industry) and other LLMs, enabling financial institutions to adopt AI safely and effectively. You won’t be expected to build or train the LLMs themselves, instead you’ll be engineering the platforms, services, user interfaces and integrations that bring those models to life in the hands of advisers, analysts and banking teams. Your work will focus on: • Designing and implementing robust event-driven microservices and APIs, • Building scalable, cloud-native systems on AWS, • Developing modern, responsive React front-ends, • Integrating LLM-powered capabilities into real-world workflows, • Collaborating closely with product and AI specialists to turn ideas into reliable, customer-ready features What you’ll be working with You should be comfortable with most of our core technologies: • Node.js and TypeScript, • React and modern front-end tooling, • AWS (e.g., Lambda, ECS/Fargate, API Gateway, SQS/SNS, DynamoDB, RDS), • NestJS or equivalent back-end frameworks, • Microservices and event-driven architectures We also actively embrace AI coding assistants (such as Claude Code) to speed up development, improve code quality and reduce repetitive work — and we encourage engineers to use these tools effectively. What we’re looking for: • Experience building production systems using Node.js / TypeScript, • Hands-on experience developing UIs with React, • Solid understanding of cloud-native engineering on AWS, • Experience with microservices, messaging patterns and distributed systems, • A commitment to clean code, testing, observability and operational excellence, • A proactive and motivated mindset — someone who wants to build, ship and iterate quickly, • Interest in AI-powered products and a drive to learn Benefits at Aveni What you’ll love • Remote-first working across the UK., • Work abroad policy for when you want a change of scenery., • Co-working spaces available if you want an office buzz sometimes., • 34 days holiday (including flexible bank holidays) and your birthday off., • Company-wide off-sites (yes, karaoke may happen)., • Optional Personal Development Plan., • Flexible benefits platform: you choose the benefits that matter most to you (not the company)., • Protection essentials, because we know they matter - Life Insurance, Income protection, critical illness cover, Pension (up to 5% matched employer contribution and optional increased contributions)., • Private health- and dental care for your peace of mind., • Potential share options, have a stake in what you’re building., • Enhanced family leave. Join Us in Making a Difference At Aveni, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We've built our business to ensure an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their best work. If you're passionate about technology and its ability to drive positive change for the future of financial services, we'd love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The General Counsel is a key strategic leadership role and member of the Bank’s Executive Committee, who will provide independent, commercially focused legal leadership to the Board, Chief Executive, Executive Committee and colleagues. Their advice will enable the Bank’s investment strategy and provide senior legal oversight of complex investments and transactions, alongside sound advice and judgement across regulatory, finance-oriented, governance and reputational matters. The General Counsel will shape and oversee an effective Legal and Governance function. which will support investment activity, transaction execution, portfolio management, commercial contracting, regulatory requirements, Board and Committee governance and future third-party capital ambitions. The General Counsel will be a trusted advisor who provides constructive challenge, and ensures legal advice, governance frameworks, policies and ways of working are practical, proportionate and aligned to the Bank’s purpose, missions, strategic objectives and stewardship of public capital. Key Responsibilities Investments, Transactions, Commercial Advice and Third-Party Capital • Provide senior legal leadership across the full investment lifecycle, including origination, structuring, negotiation, execution, portfolio management, restructuring and exits across complex debt, equity, fund, project, infrastructure and other private-market structures., • Act as a commercially savvy adviser to the Investment function, providing clear legal judgement and appropriate challenge on material investment, transaction, regulatory, financial, contractual and commercial risks., • Oversee proportionate legal support for investment, commercial and third-party capital activity, including potential fund, co-investment, investor, mandate, financing and other capital-raising structures, through appropriate use of internal expertise, external counsel, precedents, knowledge management and quality-assurance arrangements., • Advise on significant commercial contracts, partnerships, supplier arrangements, investment-related commercial arrangements and material procurement or contractual risk Executive and Strategic Leadership • Provide a first-class company secretarial service and governance framework appropriate to, and consistent with, that required by a FCA regulated company. Work closely with the Chairman and CEO in running the Board and guiding and advising the Chairman, CEO, and the Board on their responsibilities under the rules and regulations to which the Bank is subject, both public and private sector, including corporate governance related matters., • Contribute fully as an Executive Committee member to the Bank’s strategic leadership, performance and high-performance culture, providing constructive challenge beyond the legal remit., • Act as trusted adviser to the Chief Executive, Executive Committee, Chair and Board on significant investment, legal, governance, regulatory and reputational matters., • Support strategic and commercial decision-making by balancing the Bank’s public purpose, investment objectives, commercial opportunities, legal obligations, regulatory expectations and risk appetite. Corporate, Group, Regulatory and Public Sector Governance • Lead the Legal and Governance function and ensure the effective operation of the Bank’s corporate governance framework, with Assistant Company Secretary support., • Act as principal legal and governance adviser to the Chair, Board, Board Committee Chairs, Chief Executive and Executive Committee, supporting effective decision-making, information flows, record-keeping and periodic governance effectiveness reviews., • Provide legal and governance advice on the Bank’s Group structure, including its regulated subsidiary, working with Risk, Compliance and other control functions to ensure accountabilities are clear and effectively discharged., • Advise on the Bank’s responsibilities as a publicly owned development investment bank and Non-Departmental Public Body, including its statutory framework, shareholder obligations, Accountable Officer and wider public-sector governance requirements. Leadership and Functional Management • Develop and maintain an efficient, resilient and effective Legal and Governance function, with clear priorities, service expectations, standards, systems, adviser arrangements, performance measures and succession planning., • Use technology, data and knowledge management to optimise legal and governance service delivery, improve responsiveness and support consistent, efficient ways of working., • Keep the function’s operating model under review, ensuring internal resources, secondees and external advisers remain aligned to the Bank’s priorities, risk profile and value-for-money expectations. Candidate Requirements Key Skills and Knowledge Requirements • Qualified solicitor, advocate, barrister or equivalent legal professional, with the standing, experience and professional credibility to provide senior legal advice in the UK, and with significant post-qualification senior legal experience., • Senior legal leadership experience within an investment, banking, asset management, development finance or similarly complex organisation, with substantial exposure to investment activity, commercial decision-making and regulated or finance-oriented environments., • Significant experience of leading or materially advising on complex financing, investment, corporate or strategic transactions, including private-market structures such as equity, debt, funds, project or infrastructure finance, with the judgement to advise across the full transaction and portfolio lifecycle, • Sound corporate governance expertise, including advising Boards, Committees, Chief Executives and senior executive teams., • Proven ability to identify and manage significant legal, investment, commercial, regulatory, financial and reputational risks, including within the UK financial-services regulatory environment., • Proven experience building, leading and developing a high-performing legal and/or governance function, including setting operating priorities, managing resources and external-adviser expenditure, and improving the quality and pace of legal service delivery., • High degree of commercial judgement, investment awareness, senior credibility and independence, with the ability to translate complex legal and regulatory matters into clear, practical advice for non-legal audiences., • Experience managing material disputes, claims, investigations, enforcement matters or other sensitive legal and reputational issues, with sound judgement about escalation, privilege and stakeholder communications., • Experience in a development bank, investment institution, asset manager or organisation investing across private markets, with exposure to commercially complex transactions and stakeholder environments., • Experience of investment management, fund structures, fundraising and/or third-party capital., • Significant company secretarial, corporate governance, FCA-regulated, public-sector or NDPB experience., • Knowledge of relevant public-law considerations, including public procurement, subsidy control and freedom of information. Leadership Capabilities The successful candidate will: • Exercise sound judgement, independence of thought and constructive challenge, particularly on complex, sensitive or high-risk matters., • Apply a pragmatic, proportionate and commercially savvy approach to legal risk, identifying the critical investment, regulatory, governance and commercial issues requiring decisions or action., • Operate with credibility at Board and Executive level while remaining accessible, collaborative and influential across the wider organisation., • Communicate clearly and confidently with legal and non-legal audiences, contributing positively to collective Executive Committee leadership and the Bank’s purpose, missions and stewardship of public capital. If you want to explore the Bank's investment process, missions and success visit 'Make an investment enquiry' page to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Aberdeen plc is one of Europe's largest investment companies, and we are built on a long-standing culture of caring about the future and making a positive impact. Together we invest for a better future. We do it to make a difference to the lives of our clients and customers, our employees, society, and our shareholders. Our business is structured around three distinct areas focused on our clients' changing needs: Aberdeen Investments, Aberdeen Adviser, and interactive investor. As Head of Accounting Shared Services, you will help bring 'Invest in your tomorrow' to life by protecting financial integrity and enabling trusted decisions for our clients and our business. Finance Operations is a core part of Aberdeen's Finance function, delivering services across Record to Report, Billing, Banking, Accounts Payable and Supplier Relationship Management. Within Group Financial Control, the Record to Report team is responsible for managing General Ledger operations, balance sheet control, reconciliations and the delivery of month-end, quarter-end and year-end close activities across the Group. Working closely with colleagues in Edinburgh and Chennai, the team operates within a shared services environment, ensuring robust controls, accurate reporting and high-quality financial outcomes. Through strong governance, continuous improvement and operational excellence, the team helps enable our clients to be better investors. This is a senior Finance Operations leadership opportunity within the Record-to-Report (R2R) function, responsible for leading the organisation's General Ledger operations and financial control environment. As head of a large-scale operational finance function, you will be accountable for the delivery of core finance processes including ledger integrity, reconciliations, balance sheet substantiation, controls governance and period-end close activities. Working across Edinburgh and offshore teams, you will lead a shared services operating model focused on operational excellence, control effectiveness, service delivery and continuous improvement. The role is particularly suited to finance operations, shared services, R2R, controllership and finance service delivery leaders who have experience managing large operational teams and driving high-volume finance processes. Rather than focusing on statutory reporting and external accounts production, this role centres on the effective running of finance operations, ownership of key control frameworks and ensuring the integrity of financial data and processes across the business. Leading a team of General Ledger Leads and Analysts, you will establish performance standards, strengthen governance processes and develop a culture of accountability, customer service and operational excellence. You will also play a key role in future operating model development, leveraging automation, AI and process transformation initiatives to improve efficiency, scalability and control across the finance function. • Lead the Record to Report function across Finance Operations, ensuring the consistent delivery of month-end, quarter-end and year-end close activities., • Oversee General Ledger operations, ensuring the accuracy, completeness and integrity of financial data across the Group., • Own reconciliations and Balance Sheet Substantiation processes, ensuring all balances, journals and outputs are fully supported and audit ready., • Maintain and strengthen the operational control environment through governance, risk management and financial controls., • Lead and develop GL Leads and the wider R2R organisation across onshore and offshore delivery teams., • Drive process standardisation, continuous improvement, automation and AI-enabled efficiencies. Essential requirements • Fully qualified accountant, such as CA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent., • Significant experience leading a large-scale Record to Report or Finance Operations function within a complex global organisation., • Strong leadership experience within a shared service centre and/or outsourced delivery environment, including offshore teams., • Deep expertise in General Ledger operations, reconciliations, balance sheet substantiation, financial controls and period-end close management., • Proven ability to establish and maintain robust operational control environments while delivering accurate and timely financial reporting., • Experience operating as the senior escalation point for R2R, control and financial risk matters, ideally using Oracle or a comparable ERP platform. Preferred experience • Experience leading finance process standardisation, operating model transformation, automation and AI initiatives that improve efficiency, control and service delivery within Record to Report or Finance Operations environments. There's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days' annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits - including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits here. Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas - our vectors of growth - focused on our clients' changing needs. You can find out more about what we do here. Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, we'd like to hear from you. At Aberdeen we've adopted a 'blended working' approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. An inclusive culture, where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements - for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability - please let us know and we'll be happy to help. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. We're committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all forms of difference are valued and which is free from any form of unfair or unlawful treatment. We define diversity in its broadest sense - this includes but is not limited to our diversity of educational and professional backgrounds, experience, cognitive and neurodiversity, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief and ethnicity and geographical provenance. We support a culture that values meritocracy, fairness and transparency and welcomes enquiries from everyone. If you need assistance or an adjustment due to a disability please let us know as part of your application and we will assist. #J-18808-Ljbffr

FNZ is seeking a Head of Planning & Forecasting to join our FP&A Finance team and lead financial planning across the organisation. This is a senior finance leadership opportunity with responsibility for ensuring FNZ has a clear, robust and forward-looking view of financial performance. You’ll lead the annual budget, rolling forecasts, long‑range planning and scenario analysis, partnering closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Commercial, Functions and Executive leadership. Combining strategic thinking with deep FP&A expertise, you’ll strengthen financial planning and decision‑making, challenge assumptions, and ensure financial plans are closely connected to FNZ’s strategic and commercial priorities. As Head of Planning, you’ll take ownership of the financial planning cycle within FP&A, leading budgeting, forecasting and long‑range planning across the business. You’ll establish an integrated approach to planning across P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and operational drivers, while providing senior management, Executive and Board‑level audiences with clear analysis and actionable financial insight. You’ll also lead and develop the planning team and play a key role in transforming FNZ’s planning capabilities, including leading the implementation and ongoing development of Anaplan. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced FP&A leader to combine strategic planning, senior business partnering, transformation and people leadership in a complex global organisation. • Financial Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting, • Leading FNZ’s annual budgeting, forecasting and long‑range planning processes, ensuring outputs are accurate, timely and aligned with strategic priorities, • Developing an integrated planning approach across P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and key operational drivers, • Owning the planning timetable, governance, assumptions and review processes, ensuring clear accountability across Finance and the wider business, • Driving improvements in forecast accuracy, planning efficiency and financial transparency, • Ensuring planning activities provide a robust and forward‑looking view of financial performance, • Strategic Analysis & Decision Support: Providing clear analysis of forecasts, plans and financial assumptions, identifying key trends, risks, opportunities and business drivers, • Translating complex financial information into concise, actionable recommendations for senior management, Executive and Board‑level audiences, • Leading scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis to help the organisation understand potential financial outcomes, • Providing management information and financial insight to support strategic initiatives, investment decisions and transformation programmes, • Constructively challenging financial assumptions and commercial plans to improve decision‑making and financial outcomes, • Senior Business Partnering: Partnering with senior business leaders to embed financial discipline and improve the quality of financial planning, • Acting as a trusted adviser to Finance leadership, providing independent challenge on financial outlook, planning assumptions and strategic choices, • Building strong relationships across Finance Business Partnering, Controllership, Treasury, Strategy and Operational teams, • Presenting complex planning outputs clearly and confidently to senior stakeholders, • Connecting financial planning with FNZ’s wider strategic and commercial priorities, • Leadership, Systems & Continuous Improvement: Leading, coaching and developing a high‑performing planning team, setting clear expectations and strengthening analytical capability, • Improving planning processes, models and templates to reduce manual effort and increase the quality of insight, • Leading the implementation, embedding and ongoing development of Anaplan as FNZ’s new planning system, • Ensuring Anaplan supports robust budgeting, forecasting, long‑range planning, scenario modelling and business partnering, • Promoting a culture of accuracy, accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement across FP&A, • Qualified accountant or finance professional, ideally ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent, • Substantial experience across FP&A, financial planning, commercial finance or finance business partnering, • Proven experience leading budgeting, forecasting and long‑range planning within a complex or fast‑paced organisation, • Strong track record of partnering with senior stakeholders and influencing commercial decision‑making, • Experience managing, developing and motivating finance teams, • Advanced financial modelling and analytical capability, • Strong Excel skills and experience working with planning, ERP, EPM or BI tools, • Strong understanding of P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, working capital and key financial performance drivers, • Financial Services or Technology experience would be advantageous, • Personal Attributes: Strategic and commercially minded, with the ability to connect financial plans to wider business priorities, • An excellent communicator who can simplify complex financial information for non‑finance audiences, • A confident and credible influencer who is comfortable constructively challenging senior stakeholders, • Highly analytical and detail‑oriented, with the ability to operate effectively through ambiguity, • A strong people leader focused on developing talent and building team effectiveness, • Proactive and outcome‑focused, with the ability to operate at pace while maintaining high standards of control and accuracy, • Strong strategic, commercial and financial judgement, • The ability to translate sophisticated financial analysis into clear recommendations and business decisions, • Confidence operating with Executive and senior leadership stakeholders, • Strong leadership skills and a commitment to developing high‑performing teams, • The ability to challenge assumptions constructively and influence strategic decisions, • Deep understanding of financial planning, forecasting and performance drivers, • A continuous‑improvement mindset with the ability to transform planning processes and systems, • The ability to operate effectively across multiple workstreams, prioritising competing demands and adapting quickly to changing business requirements, • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, • Private health and life insurance, • Paid parental and volunteer leave, • Fully funded learning and professional development opportunities, • Clear career progression pathways within Finance and the wider organisation, • The opportunity to influence senior financial and strategic decision‑making, • A collaborative, inclusive and high‑performance culture FNZ is committed to opening up wealth by making wealth management more accessible. We partner with many of the world’s leading financial institutions to deliver technology‑enabled wealth management solutions that improve outcomes for millions of investors worldwide. With thousands of employees across more than 30 countries, FNZ combines technology, expertise and innovation to shape the future of wealth management. FNZ is committed to opening up wealth so that everyone, everywhere can invest in their future on their terms. We know the foundation to do that already exists in the wealth management industry, but complexity holds firms back. We created wealth’s growth platform to help. We provide a global, end‑to‑end wealth management platform that integrates modern technology with business and investment operations. All in a regulated financial institution. We partner with the world’s leading financial institutions, with over US$2.5 trillion in assets on platform (AoP). Together with our clients, we empower nearly 30 million people across all wealth segments to invest in their future. #J-18808-Ljbffr

We're looking for a Managing Associate (5+ PQE) to join our nationally recognised Data & Digital team in Edinburgh, working closely with Helena Brown, Head of Data, and colleagues across our UK network. • Join a high-performing, market-leading Data & Digital practice, • Advise leading clients across retail, technology, sports, healthcare and financial services, • Lead on complex data protection, technology and commercial matters, • Work on GDPR compliance, international data transfers, AI governance, cyber regulation and regulatory investigations, • Manage major compliance projects, incident response matters and strategic advisory work, • Build and develop key client relationships as a trusted day-to-day adviser, • Mentor and support the development of junior lawyers, • Contribute to business development, thought leadership and the continued growth of the practice, • Excellent opportunities for career progression and secondments We're keen to hear from lawyers who have: • 5+ years' PQE in data protection, technology, digital or commercial contracts work, • Strong experience advising on complex commercial and technology transactions, • Excellent commercial judgement and a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach, • Proven experience managing client relationships and leading matters, • A passion for mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to team growth This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving team at the forefront of data, digital and technology law, working on complex, high-profile matters for an outstanding client base. Addleshaw Goddard is a place where you are not just valued but encouraged to reach your full potential. Our culture promotes improvement, growth, and collaboration, making us the natural choice for top-tier clients. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Are you an experienced leader in financial services with a passion for developing others and driving performance? My client is seeking a Senior Manager to lead a team of Financial Advisers across varying levels of experience Increase your chances of reaching the interview stage by reading the complete job description and applying promptly. • from newly qualified professionals to seasoned experts. In this dynamic and high-impact role, you'll bring strategic insight, strong coaching ability and a motivational leadership style to help your team thrive in a regulated, client-focused environment. My client is a well-established, independent financial advisory firm known for its supportive culture, professional development and client-first ethos. With flexible working and a collaborative environment, it's a place where careers thrive. Consistently recognised for Adviser wellbeing and excellence, it's a great choice for ambitious professionals in the UK. About the RoleAs Senior Manager, you'll oversee performance, regulatory compliance and development across a team of Financial Advisers. Through one-to-one coaching, client observation, data analysis and strategic planning, you'll enable your team to deliver outstanding financial advice and client service. What You'll BringLevel 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Advice (DipPFS) • essentialJ07 or equivalent, • desirableProven experience managing and coaching Financial AdvisersStrong commercial acumen and results-driven mindsetAdaptable leadership style to support varied experience levelsDeep understanding of the advisory process and FCA requirementsKey ResponsibilitiesDevelop business plans and set individual objectivesCoach and mentor to enhance Adviser capability and outcomesTake ownership of team performance against business goalsCollaborate with operational and technical support teamsDrive training initiatives and maintain high compliance standardsBenefits IncludeCompetitive salary + quarterly performance bonus25 days holiday (rising to 30 with service) + bank holidaysPension contribution, private health care allowance, life assuranceFunded professional development, including exams & study leaveEmployee Assistance Programme, volunteering days & wellbeing perksOptions to buy extra leave, cycle-to-work scheme and moreReady to make a real impact?If you're a collaborative and inspirational leader ready to guide and grow a high-performing team, apply today with your CV.Visit the IDEX Consulting Ltd website for further opportunities. Please note that the information supplied may be retained for up to 10 years for use in connection with future vacancies. For full information on how we use your data, please visit the IDEX Consulting website and view our Privacy Policy.Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission At IDEX, we strive for an inclusion-first company culture where everyone is treated fairly and can bring their authentic selves to work. We recognise and acknowledge that diverse representation at every level of our business requires continuous and measurable effort. xrnqpay We are committed to driving conscious inclusion across our business and creating equitable pathways.Discipline(s): Financial ServicesJob type: Flexible / Work From Home

IDEX Consulting in the UK is seeking an experienced Advice/Compliance File Checker to join an established financial services business.You will review Adviser files, suitability reports and recommendations to ensure advice is suitable, compliant and meets regulatory standards.You will provide clear,

Job type: Permanent Salary and benefits: Competitive salary plus an indicative bonus range of %, private medical cover, 38 days annual leave, excellent pension, 12x salary life assurance, career breaks, income protection, 3x volunteering days and much more. Closing Date: 06/11/2026 Location: Birmingham, Bristol, London, Telford or Edinburgh, with hybrid working These opportunities can be based in Birmingham, London, Bristol, Telford or Edinburgh, combining time in the office with working from home. All our roles are open to part-time working, job sharing and other forms of flexibility. During the recruitment process, We'll discuss what's important to you and how that can be balanced with the requirements of the role. You can read more about flexible working here. We're Standard Life, a retirement specialist focused entirely on retirement savings and income. We champion the belief that everyone's journey to and through retirement can be better, and for more than 200 years, we've been helping our customers plan and prepare for their financial futures. Life today is increasingly complicated, uncertain and unpredictable. People move through different careers, face unexpected moments and navigate important choices. We offer our colleagues flexibility, trust and benefits that work for whatever life brings. In return we expect curiosity, connection, accountability and high standards. We make room for what matters - so you can bring your best, every day. We're looking for an exceptional Head of HR to partner the Pensions & Savings Executive Team and help shape the future of one of the UK's leading pensions, savings and retirement businesses. As Pensions & Savings continues to evolve, transform and grow, we're looking for a strategic people leader to partner members of the Executive Team and help shape the future organisation. Reporting to the HR Director, Pensions & Savings, you'll be a trusted adviser, influencing business strategy and ensuring the organisation has the leadership, culture, capability and workforce needed to deliver its ambitions. Operating at the intersection of business and people strategy, you'll help leaders navigate transformation, organisational redesign, digital and AI-enabled change, and the continued evolution towards more agile, customer-focused ways of working. You'll play a central role in building future capability, strengthening leadership effectiveness and ensuring colleague and customer outcomes remain at the heart of decision-making. • Partner Executive Team members to shape and deliver people strategies aligned to business priorities, growth ambitions and customer outcomes., • Provide strategic advice, challenge and coaching on organisational effectiveness, leadership, culture, talent and capability., • Lead and develop HR Business Partners, ensuring high-quality support and delivery across your areas of responsibility., • Shape organisation design, workforce planning, succession and leadership capability to build a future-ready organisation., • Lead the people aspects of transformation, including digital change, AI adoption, operating model evolution and agile ways of working., • Use workforce insights, external trends and data to influence decisions, identify risks and improve business performance., • Partner with Centres of Excellence to deliver integrated talent, reward, learning and culture solutions. We're looking for a commercially minded HR leader who combines strategic thinking with deep organisational and transformation expertise. • Significant experience operating in a senior HR leadership role within a complex, fast-paced environment., • A strong track record of partnering executive-level leaders to deliver transformation, organisational change and business growth., • Expertise in organisation design, workforce planning, leadership effectiveness, succession and talent strategy., • Experience helping organisations adapt to digital transformation, AI-enabled ways of working and evolving workforce requirements., • Experience leading HR teams and building capability through others. Strong understanding of the opportunities and workforce implications of technology, data and AI., • Exceptional influencing, coaching and stakeholder management skills, with the credibility to support and challenge Executive leaders., • Strong commercial judgement and the ability to connect people decisions to business performance, customer outcomes and long‑term value creation., • Help shape the leadership, workforce and culture needed to deliver the Pensions & Savings strategy., • Build stronger organisational capability, succession pipelines and future workforce readiness., • Enable successful digital transformation, AI adoption and agile ways of working across the business., • Strengthen leadership effectiveness and organisational performance across your areas of responsibility., • Deliver meaningful customer, colleague and commercial outcomes through effective people leadership. We're committed to ensuring that everyone feels accepted and welcome, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We know that strong candidates don't always follow the same career path or meet every requirement listed in an advert. If your experience looks different from what we've described, but you believe you can bring value to our team and ambition, we'd still love to hear from you. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can help you perform at your best. We'll review applications as they arrive and may close the campaign before the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply early. Guide for Candidates: standardlifeplc.pagetiger.com/guideforcandidates Find or get answers from our colleagues: www.standardlifeplc.com/careers/talk-to-us #J-18808-Ljbffr

As one of the world’s largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions - we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you. Our VAT specialists work closely with colleagues across the firm to provide a joined-up service to a diverse range of clients, from middle market businesses to large corporations, combining expertise in accounting, audit and all relevant taxes. As a national VAT practice, we provide the freedom to find the right balance between sector specialism and general advisory, as well as an opportunity to initiate and develop new areas of focus for the team. As a Director you will be a senior leader within the VAT practice, working closely with Partners to drive client service excellence, commercial performance and sustainable growth. You will lead significant client relationships, oversee complex and high-profile engagements, and play a key role in shaping the future direction of the team. As a fast-growing faculty, there are significant opportunities to expand existing client relationships, win new business and influence the development of our VAT offering. The role will involve leading business development activity, support strategic growth initiatives and develop future leaders within the practice, whilst ensuring the highest standards of technical excellence and client service. You’ll make an impact by: • Leading on complex VAT advisory matters and providing strategic advice to clients across a broad range of industries., • Acting as a trusted adviser to clients and leading significant client relationships across your portfolio., • Driving the growth of the practice through proactive business development, identifying new opportunities and converting market relationships., • Leading due diligence and complex project work whilst maintaining oversight of quality, risk and commercial performance., • Taking accountability for the successful delivery, profitability and growth of a substantial client portfolio., • Working collaboratively with Partners across the firm to identify cross service line opportunities and bring the full breadth of RSM’s offering to clients., • Sponsoring and developing Associate Directors, Managers and future leaders, building capability and succession within the team., • Raising the profile of RSM in the market through networking, thought leadership, speaking opportunities and client engagement activities., • Driving technical excellence and supporting the development of the wider VAT team through coaching, knowledge sharing and technical leadership., • Championing innovation, continuous improvement and digital adoption to enhance client outcomes and team effectiveness. Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you! We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate: • Experience operating at Associate Director or Director level., • Experience of winning work and / or the ability to unlock fees from the existing client base., • Confident in helping to develop junior members of staff and driving forward a good team environment., • Ability to build and develop a team of VAT practitioners., • Strong commerciality with the ability to implement and meet targets., • Excellent communication and influencing skills, with demonstrated experience of client management., • A proven track record of winning new business, growing client portfolios and generating sustainable fee income. We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work. • 27 days holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days)., • Hybrid working., • Lifestyle, health, and wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP., • Individual healthcare cover., • Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse talent development team. At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client’s needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That’s why we’re working together to ensure our firm’s principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion. At RSM we work hard to create an environment where our people can make a difference - to themselves, their career, their teams, and to the success of our firm and clients. We support all our people to work flexibly, to manage their family and other responsibilities alongside their work commitments; we believe this is key to achieving an inspiring and fulfilling working environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description Job Type: Permanent Location: Hybrid, aligned to one of our core locations of London, Birmingham or Edinburgh Flexible working: All roles are open to part-time, job-share and other types of flexibility. We will discuss what is important to you and balancing this with business requirements during the recruitment process. You can read more about flexible working here. Salary & Benefits: £120,000-£140,000 DOE with an indicative bonus range of 30% -60%, private medical, 38 days annual leave, excellent pension, 12x salary life assurance, career breaks, income protection, 3x volunteering days and much more. Closing Date: 03/11/2027 Who are we? We're Standard Life, a retirement specialist focused entirely on retirement savings and income. We champion the belief that everyone's journey to and through retirement can be better, and for more than 200 years, we've been helping our customers plan and prepare for their financial futures. Life today is increasingly complicated, uncertain and unpredictable. People move through different careers, face unexpected moments and navigate important choices. We offer our colleagues flexibility, trust and benefits that work for whatever life brings. In return we expect curiosity, connection, accountability and high standards. We make room for what matters - so you can bring your best, every day. The role The successful candidate will help shape and lead delivery of a multi-year People Technology and AI strategy, transforming how HR services are designed, delivered and experienced across the organisation. Leading the People Technology team, the role will ensure investment in platforms, products, data, automation and AI improves colleague experience and delivers measurable business value. Working in partnership with the Head of People Technology, Digital, Analytics & Change, the role owns the integrated People Technology roadmap, delivery plans, operating model, investment portfolio, ecosystem and governance. Oracle HCM is the core system of record, but this is a broad enterprise technology role requiring experience across best-of-breed People technologies, Microsoft and AI-enabled tooling. The role will translate strategy into executable plans through a product and platform operating model, balancing colleague experience and business outcomes with affordability, architecture, resilience, regulatory requirements and long-term sustainability. Success will be reflected in a more tech-first People Function, increased automation, improved colleague and manager experiences, and a future-ready People Technology ecosystem aligned to business strategy. Key Responsibilities • Partner with the Head of People Technology, Digital, Analytics & Change to shape People Technology and Digital strategy, bringing market insight and a clear view of opportunity, risk and feasibility., • Own the multi-year roadmap and delivery plans across Oracle HCM, best-of-breed People technologies, AI, automation, data and integrations., • Ensure colleague experience and measurable business outcomes are at the heart of technology investment and delivery., • Lead the product and platform operating model, creating clear accountabilities and effective ways of working across People, IT, Data, Cyber, Risk, Procurement and strategic partners., • Govern the People Function's AI, automation, digital demand and investment portfolio, including prioritisation and strategic trade-offs., • Partner with People Operations and COEs to ensure technology investment is underpinned by process simplification, trusted data, effective knowledge management, business ownership and adoption., • Work closely with Group IT, AI and Digital teams on enterprise roadmaps, architecture, funding, support and third-party management., • Own strategic vendor relationships, driving service, innovation, resilience, knowledge transfer and commercial value., • Maintain oversight of People Technology cost, delivery and operational risk, security, data privacy and regulatory obligations., • Act as a senior technology adviser to People leaders and represent the People Technology roadmap in relevant enterprise forums., • Lead a high-performing People Technology team, building the skills, succession and capabilities required for the future roadmap. What We Are Looking For, • Significant senior leadership experience in People Technology, digital transformation or enterprise technology, translating strategy into multi-year roadmaps and delivery., • Broad experience across HCM platforms, best-of-breed People technologies, Microsoft 365, AI and automation, with strong technology, data and commercial judgement., • Proven leadership of product/platform operating models, strategic partners and complex technology portfolios, delivering measurable business and colleague value., • An influential leader who operates effectively across complex, regulated environments and confidently moves between enterprise strategy and practical delivery., • Builds inclusive, high-performing teams with clear accountability, strong capability and a focus on outcomes., • Curious, pragmatic and commercially minded, constructively challenging fragmented thinking and ensuring innovation is purposeful and responsible. We Want To Hire The Whole Version Of You. 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