SMCR Manager – 6 Month Fixed Term Contract

Overview

About Columbia Threadneedle Investments: Working at Columbia Threadneedle Investments you will find growth and career opportunities across all of our businesses. We are a global team with 2,300 colleagues and more than 550 investment professionals. Our clients access a broad array of investment strategies, and we tailor bespoke solutions to meet specific requirements. Our focus on clients and strong financial foundation connects Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities.

Job Description

You will report to the SMCR Director and partner with HR colleagues in Risk, Talent, Business Partnering, Talent Acquisition, HR Operations and Reward, and with the broader regional Compliance team, focusing on the delivery of all aspects of the Senior Manager and Certification Regime (SMCR). This is a 6-month fixed-term contract.

Responsibilities

• SMCR Project Responsibilities:
  • Support the creation and improvement of policies, frameworks and processes for Senior Manager (SMF), Certified Persons (CPs) and the UK Conduct Rules population.
  • Work with the EMEA Compliance team, HR Business Partners and Reward team to ensure SMCR processes and policies used within HR align with regulatory changes.
  • Support the implementation of a new SMCR management system, including process mapping, documentation, and identification of improvements and automation opportunities.
  • Reconcile SMCR data sources prior to input into the new system.
• SMCR Administration Responsibilities:
  • Manage CP lifecycle processes, including Fit & Proper assessments, Certification, FCA Directory maintenance and related reporting.
  • Manage the SMCR system to ensure complete and accurate records of all SMF-related documentation and CP data.
  • Produce SMCR reporting materials.
  • Support Talent Acquisition with SMF/CP queries, including screening queries.
  • Engage in senior stakeholder management and collaboration with EMEA SMFs, US SMFs (including support staff) and CPs regarding ongoing SMCR exercises.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering SMCR to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal policies and processes.
• Experience using SMCR management systems for maintaining records and managing the certification process.
• Advanced attention to detail and strong analytical capability.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate and influence effectively at a senior executive level.
• Experience in Compliance functions and/or ability to partner with Compliance and Operational Risk teams within Financial Services.

Nice-to-have

• Structured, focused, methodical approach with adherence to and continual improvement of processes.
• Ability to take ownership of controls and processes and communicate with/educate colleagues.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment with the ability to manage multiple deliverables and priorities.
• Comfort working in an HR environment with a strong sense of discretion and integrity.

In-Office Collaboration

We are a client-centric, relationship-based business. Face-to-face collaboration, productivity, and personal connection are valued. Our employees work in the office at least four days per week, with flexibility for one day per week remote. Some roles may require more time in the office or different expectations, discussed during the hiring process.

Company and Equal Opportunity

Columbia Threadneedle Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sex or gender, nationality, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, pregnancy or maternity or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.

About Our Company

We’re a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement. Our team of 22,000 people across 19 countries serves more than 3.5 million clients. We are a global asset manager, a lender of financial services and an insurer, with a focus on meaningful careers and making a difference for clients, institutions and communities worldwide.