Business Analyst - Custody and Execution Services - 12 month FTC

LGT Group; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in London is seeking a Business Analyst to drive technological and business improvements within the Custody and Execution Services team. The successful candidate will provide analytical support, manage projects, and build relationships with key stakeholders. Strong skills in Excel and BI tools are essential, along with experience in wealth management. This role offers opportunities to implement change in a growing environment.

Qualifications

• Wealth management and/or Financial Services experience in an Operations support environment.
• Ability to collect, organise, and validate large numerical data sets.
• Investigative approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support across the Custody Services department.
• Support the planning and delivery of projects to implement new functionality.
• Build strong working relationships with Custody Services stakeholders.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Experience with BI visualisation tools

Strong analytical skills

Excellent attention to detail

Excellent verbal and written communication

Project management

Tools

Power BI

SQL

FNZ's Figaro system

Job description

Business Analyst - Custody and Execution Services - 12 month FTC

LGT Wealth Management UK LLP is a UK-based partnership, wholly owned by the private banking group LGT, which is in turn owned by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein. When we set up LGT Wealth Management in 2008, our aim was to offer a fresh approach to wealth management. Alongside the LLP we also have two other entities which focus on US and Jersey based clients. Our head office is based in London however we have a presence in Edinburgh, Jersey, Leeds, Birmingham, Bristol and Manchester. The plan was simple: put our clients first by providing a transparent service, designed around what is right for each of them. By drawing together in-depth knowledge and experience from across the industry, we provide a flexible, bespoke service adapted to each of our clients' needs.

Our mission is to create long-term value for all stakeholders. Our culture encourages individuals to generate, develop and implement ideas which will strengthen our business. Belonging, respect, integrity, conviction and entrepreneurship are our core values. As our brand recognition grows, we are fast becoming an employer of choice in our sector. We have over £30 billion in funds under management and circa 700 staff.
Job Description
Business Unit:

The Custody and Execution Services Team comprises of 45 staff and provides a wide range of essential support services for the Firm's Investment/Wealth Asset Managers, their teams, and their Clients. It is made up of several functions - Dealing, Settlements,Transfers and ISA Aministration, Treasury, Corporate Actions and Tax and Operations Control.

Brief Role Objective:

The Business Analyst will work with the Custody Services Support Manager and the Custody and Execution Services business teams to drive technological, regulatory and business improvements across the department.

The focus will be on implementing change within the function to meet the needs of a rapidly growing business. They will be expected to support a variety of projects to ensure a smooth and efficient service is delivered to our clients and business units.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide analytical support across the Custody Services department to keep pace with the changing environment
• Support the planning and delivery of projects such as implementing new functionality or sytems, or enhancing existing processes. Be a key driver of change
• Produce meaningful and accurate MI and KPIs that are well-presented
• Contribute to Custody Services policy and procedural reviews, with a view to achieving improved operational efficiency, regulatory or audit compliance
• Build strong working relationships with all key Custody Services stakeholders (the Front Office, IT, Compliance, Risk etc.)

Requirements

Technical Requirements:

• Advanced Excel (specific experience with Data Analysis)
• Experience with BI visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI)
• SQL is desirable, or a willingness to learn
• Knowledge of FNZ's Figaro system is desirable

Other skills, competencies and attributes:

• Wealth management and/or Financial Services experience, gained within an Operations support environment
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organise, validate and draw conclusions from large numerical data sets
• Excellent attention to detail and is thoughtful with presentation
• Investigative approach to problem solving
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Can exhibit skill in prioritisation, planning, monitoring and self-management
• Strong sense of ownership and ability to follow tasks through to completion
• Experience in managing projects covering business change and IT

Contact Information

We are looking forward to receiving your online application.

For any further information please do not hesitate to contact us.

LGT Wealth Management UK LLP
Human Resources
Alex Johnson