At a Glance
- Tasks: Support financial administration and manage loan portfolios for social impact.
- Company: Join Big Issue Group, dedicated to dismantling poverty through social business solutions.
- Benefits: Inclusive workplace with opportunities for career growth and development.
- Other info: Diverse team environment welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while building your finance career.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance or relevant degree; strong Excel skills required.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 28000 £ per year.
Big Issue Group work towards one mission: to dismantle poverty through social business solutions. We are offering an exciting opportunity to join the Big Issue Invest team. We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Administrative Assistant to start at our Head office in Finsbury Park immediately.
The Administration Assistant will provide key financial administration support to the wider Big Issue Invest Team. Working closely with the Accounts Manager, you'll manage both loan and fund portfolios, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely updates, assist with onboarding new clients and investments, including collecting and verifying KYC (Know Your Customer) documentation and supporting due diligence processes.
You will provide key monitoring services such as maintaining and updating portfolio management systems, prepare routine correspondence, and respond to client queries, support the monitoring of existing investments, tracking key milestones, repayments, covenants, and impact metrics. You will also work with the wider investment team, for example to assist the Investment Manager and Accounts Manager with Risk assessments and Performance assessments where required.
You will be a keen "numbers person" who is used to working in depth with Excel. You will have a background in a financial environment and/or a relevant degree or financial qualification. We would also consider a suitably qualified candidate who wishes to move into a social finance career. A strong understanding and history of confidentiality in a financial context is also essential.
Potential career paths include progression in Fund Accounting or Fund/Investment Management. The Big Issue Invest and Big Issue Group are strongly focused and striving towards equal opportunities and committed to promoting and enhancing diversity, equality and inclusion.
Administrative Assistant in London employer: BIG ISSUE
The Big Issue is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community by supporting vendors and helping them rise out of poverty. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities, alongside a competitive salary and generous benefits package, including enhanced maternity pay and health benefits. Our inclusive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, making it a rewarding place to work for those passionate about social change in Birmingham and beyond.
