UK Investment Transitions Lead

Aon; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm is seeking an experienced UK Investment Transitions Lead to oversee and manage the transition of investment portfolios. This role involves project management, risk management, and stakeholder communication to ensure effective transitions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in investment operations and a commitment to compliance and cost-effectiveness.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Global Wellbeing Days

Flexible working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing complex investment portfolio transitions across multiple asset classes.
• Strong understanding of investment operations, trading mechanics, and custody arrangements.
• Deep knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards relevant to investment transitions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the transition of investment portfolios.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with the transition process.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Analyze transition costs to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with regulations during transitions.

Skills

Investment portfolio transitions

Risk management

Cost analysis

Stakeholder communication

Data analysis

Process improvement

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Process improvement

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Overview

The UK Investment Transitions Lead is responsible for overseeing and managing the transition of investment portfolios both during the onboarding of clients and in the execution of client portfolio strategy changes.

This role is crucial in ensuring that the transfer of assets is executed efficiently, cost-effectively, and with minimal risk.

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

The FCA's Senior Managers & Certification Regime (SM&CR) applies to Aon from December 2019 and this role is subject to the relevant requirements of the Regime. The primary aim of SM&CR is to drive individual accountability for all roles within the Financial Services Sector. Aon must ensure those in senior roles, with the potential to cause significant harm to customers and the business of the firm, are deemed to be fit and proper at all times and also to ensure everyone working in the sector adheres to a set of Conduct Rules and are held to account where they do not meet the right standards of behaviour.

What the day will look like

• Project Management: Lead and manage the transition of investment portfolios, ensuring that all activities are completed on time and within budget.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with the transition process to ensure minimal impact on portfolio performance.
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, custodians, fund managers, and other stakeholders, providing regular updates and reports on the transition process.
• Cost Analysis: Analyze and manage the costs associated with transitions, including trading costs, taxes, and other expenses, to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Compliance and Regulation: Ensure that all transition activities comply with relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Data Analysis: Utilize data analysis tools to monitor and evaluate the performance of the transition process, making adjustments as necessary.
• Strategy Development: Develop and implement transition strategies that align with the client's investment objectives and risk tolerance.
• Process Improvement: Review and refine the transition process and controls on an ongoing basis to continually reduce the risk of E&Os.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Proven experience managing complex investment portfolio transitions across multiple asset classes.
• Strong understanding of investment operations, trading mechanics, and custody arrangements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly to clients and colleagues.
• Deep knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards relevant to investment transitions.
• Analytical mindset with experience in cost modelling, performance attribution, and transition impact analysis.
• Proficiency in data tools and systems used in investment operations.
• Experience working with fund managers, custodians, and third-party transition managers.
• Ability to assess and mitigate operational and market risks during transition events and having a risk averse mindset to delivery.
• Track record of delivering process improvements and enhancing operational controls.
• Strong client relationship management skills, with a focus on responsiveness and transparency.
• Familiarity with tax considerations and implications of asset transfers across jurisdictions.
• Experience in drafting and reviewing transition documentation, including implementation plans and client reports.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative approach with a commitment to knowledge sharing and continuous learning for wider transition specialists.
• Committed to taking personal ownership of their performance.
• Organised and disciplined with a close attention to detail.

Education/Experience

• Bachelors degree or equivalent
• +12 years industry or relevant investment related experience
• +7 years transition experience

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on [e-mail]

Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.