Administrator - 3-Month Fixed Term Contract

Sumer Group Holdings Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in London seeks a motivated Administrator for a 3-month fixed-term contract within their Risk & Compliance department. The role involves supporting the Financial Crime Prevention team with varied responsibilities such as data input, client communication, and electronic verification checks. Candidates should be organised, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Full training will be provided to assist in professional development.

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritise and multitask effectively.
• Calm and composed under pressure.
• Reliable and consistent in delivering high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Inputting data into systems.
• Supporting the team on day-to-day operations.
• Conducting electronic verification requests.
• Gathering information from Companies House.
• Monitoring the shared mailbox for client queries.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Strong computer literacy

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Job description

Administrator - 3-Month Fixed Term Contract

Department: Risk & Compliance

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: London

Description

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Financial Crime Prevention (FCP) team at HW Fisher. This is a small but busy team, working on a variety of important tasks to ensure the firm’s compliance with financial crime regulations and to protect our clients and the business.

In this role, you could be involved in activities such as monitoring and reviewing client transactions, conducting electronic verification checks, gathering and analysing information from Companies House and other open sources, supporting client onboarding, and responding to queries from colleagues and clients. The work is varied and fast-paced, giving you the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills and gain valuable experience in financial crime prevention.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, supporting the team’s day-to-day operations, and contributing to the firm’s compliance and risk management efforts. Full training will be provided, making it ideal for someone looking to grow their experience in this important area.

Key Responsibilities

The responsibilities of this role are varied and would include the following:

• Inputting data into systems
• Supporting the team on a day-to-day basis including client calls, emails and requesting documents/information
• Conducting electronic verification requests
• Gathering information from Companies House and other open sources
• Monitoring the shared mailbox and ensuring all client queries are answered

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

This role is ideal for a quick-thinking, enthusiastic individual who can effectively prioritise, multitask, and thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment. Strong attention to detail is essential, along with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

The successful candidate will be:

• Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities efficiently
• Calm, positive, and composed under pressure
• Resilient, determined, and solution-focused
• Reliable and consistent in delivering high-quality work
• Professional in all interactions with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders
• Strong computer literacy is also required, with particular proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.