AR Analyst

AR Analyst

Department: AIFM

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: London

Reporting To: Senior Compliance Associate

Description

Langham Hall is hiring a new analyst in the Regulatory Hosting team to work on Appointed Representative (AR) services. We are a small and collaborative team so are looking for someone who will be a good team fit. This role gives ample opportunities to undertake client-facing work and develop key skills in communication, teamwork, and lateral thinking. Undertaking a pathway to obtaining professional qualifications is encouraged. While the role description gives an indication of the key attributes and skills needed for this role, we focus on team fit and eagerness to learn, not a particular degree or amount of specific experience.

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Key Responsibilities

• Administer Appointed Representative services for a portfolio of clients acting in illiquid asset classes e.g. real estate, private equity.
• Client relationship management including ongoing multi-channel communication such as face-to-face, telephone, and email.
• Undertake and, in time, take control of the take-on and risk assessment process for Appointed Representatives.
• Completion of all relevant forms and liaison with the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) in relation to the set-up of all Appointed Representatives and approved persons.
• Ongoing monitoring and oversight of all Appointed Representatives – ensuring that your ARs are operating as normal and within the parameters of the regulation, entailing the review of compliance reports and quarterly financial accounts provided by the appointed representative.
• Review of marketing materials relating to investment products to ensure that the contents are compliant with regulatory standards.
• Upkeep of client-related tracking systems.
• Work collaboratively with the team to discuss solutions for regulatory issues or queries through research and discussion.
• Assist in projects to improve service offerings.
• Keep abreast of regulatory changes which may impact the team or Appointed Representatives.
• Update policies and procedures to ensure that they remain compliant and appropriate for the work the team does.
• Accurately document sensitive and/or technical conversations between Appointed Representatives or their advisors and senior management in relation to the AR regime or relevant regulatory changes.
• Ensure that all permanent files are adequately maintained for new and existing Appointed Representatives.
• Deliver work to the expected standard and timeframes.

In addition to the duties listed above, the candidate may be requested to perform other ad hoc work from time to time.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Education to degree level (2:1 and above desirable).
• Previous experience in FCA regulation would be an advantage; however, it is not essential.
• An understanding of the principles of control frameworks and risk management processes.
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from within the team and from clients.
• Excellent attention to detail and an inquisitive mindset.
• Ability to think laterally about the practical application of the FCA rules and regulations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations for which there may be little precedent.
• Ability to work in a small team environment with focused and hardworking individuals.
• Ability to plan effectively and prioritize workload.
• The individual must have excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Strong numeracy and written communication skills.
• Strong MS Office skills.

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