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St. James's Place (SJP) works in partnership to plan, grow and protect our clients’ financial futures. We deliver personalised, face-to-face financial advice to our clients, who trust us to manage their money to reach their goals. We provide this service via the Partnership, a network of qualified, expert advisors. We put financial wellbeing and responsible business choices at the heart of everything we do. We believe in the value of difference and know that diverse teams can help us problem solve and innovate for clients.
We look for people to join SJP to make an impact and to contribute to our culture which is based around long term relationships, doing the right thing, and being the best version of ourselves.
Location: Remote, or London Paddington
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Employment Type: 6 month Fixed-Term Contract
Seniority: Mid-Senior Level
St. James’s Place is a leading adviser, fund manager and life insurance firm, providing personalised financial planning and investment solutions to individuals and families. With a rich heritage spanning over 30 years, we have built a reputation for delivering exceptional service, expertise, and long-term value to our clients.
This position will work within the Investment division to drive and maintain a robust overall governance framework and operating environment to add to our offering. We are building a new team, and have a newly created role to join our Investment division on an initial 6-month contract for a Senior Governance Consultant.
Who are we looking for:
We are looking for a positive and tenacious person, someone who is self motivated and has excellent relationship skills. Outstanding verbal and written English, who thrives in a high profile working environment. You will be dedicated, enjoy working to deadlines and presenting to a senior level across all areas of the business.
Responsibilities:
- Using specialist knowledge to ensure that governance and regulatory standards, including delegations of authority, are clear, documented, accessible, and upheld.
- Driving the creation of governance frameworks, identifying any gaps and making recommendations to address
- Critically evaluating reporting to meet our regulatory requirements.
- Enforcing rigour and consistency around core committee operations – e.g. minutes, papers and responsibility for action items.
- Using your specialist knowledge of the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR), ensure its impacts are comprehended and incorporated into our practices.
- Acting as a positive and inspiring influence across the division to implement strong processes and work with colleagues and senior leadership to embrace the principles of good governance.
- Supporting the continued growth and footprint of the Business Management team by partnering and integrating with the Investment Division
- Planning and leading special projects related to governance and regulation, which may include company-wide projects with a high degree of visibility and impact
- Share Knowledge and collaborate with our external partners, staying abreast of governance and regulatory developments that may impact the division
Special Requirements:
- Proven experience and knowledge within a governance, compliance or regulatory role
- A strong understanding of core principals of what good governance look like
- Working specifically within Finance Conduct Authority (FCA) rules will hold a considerable advantage
- Experience in presenting to a senior level
What's in it for you?
- Non-Contributory Pension – 10% (increasing with length of service up to 15%) with further pension matching.
- Parental leave – 6 months full pay
- 28 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays (based on full-time equivalent) with the option to buy up to an additional 5 days holiday
Flexible Working
We know that everyone works best in different ways, at different times and in different environments. We have introduced a hybrid working policy to provide greater flexibility for part-time work, job-sharing, remote working, and flexibility on hours. Our people are encouraged to work in a flexible way that suits their lifestyle, so please ask the question and start a conversation!
Research tells us that applicants (especially those from underrepresented groups) can be put off from applying for a role if they do not meet all the criteria or have been on an extended career-break. If you think you would be a good match for this role and can demonstrate some transferable experience please apply, regardless of whether you tick every box.
Reasonable Adjustments
We're an equal opportunities employer and want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive for all, if you require reasonable adjustment(s) at any stage please let us know by emailing us at [email protected]
What's next?
Our team will be in touch. As a business regulated by the FCA we would advise you to familiarise yourself with the conduct regulations and in particular consumer duty obligations prior to an interview with SJP.
