We have an opportunity for an Investment Assurance Analyst/ Administrator to join our Investment Operations Department here in the Isle of Man on a 12 month limited term basis.

Who we are

Nedbank Private Wealth is a multi-award-winning private bank and wealth manager headquartered in the Isle of Man, with branches in London, Jersey and a representative office in the UAE. The company provides a full international wealth management offering through its wealth planning, investment management, and banking services, to both business and private clients worldwide.

All our people are expected to consistently demonstrate our 6Cs, Collaboration, Curiosity, Courage, Client Impact, Can Do Attitude and Completeness.

Job Purpose

The Investment Assurance Administrator/Analyst is primarily responsible for providing administrative assistance in the Investment Assurance Team. The Investment Assurance Team is responsible for ensuring the bank remains compliant with regulation affecting the Investment Operations department, with a focus on safe custody assets.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Oversight, regular review, and maintenance of Investment Operations policies and procedures
• Assisting with the coordination and preparation of the CASSCO (Client Assets Steering and Supervision Committee) pack, meeting minutes, and action tracking
• Daily monitoring, reporting, and administration of CASS (Client Assets Sourcebook) shortfalls
• Production of the daily CASS Mandates List
• Preparation of the monthly CMAR (Client Money and Asset Return) and ISEM (Internal Safe Custody and External Market) report
• Assisting with audit requests and compliance reviews
• Maintaining the Investment Operations SODA (Schedule of Delegated Authority)
• Coordinating outstanding incident reports and monitoring identified preventative actions
• Responding to KYC (Know Your Customer) and DD (Due Diligence) requests from third parties
• Collecting due diligence information on service providers used within the department
• Maintaining the Investment Operations Functional Recovery Plan
• Maintaining the CASS Resolution Pack
• Oversight and monitoring of cash and asset reconciliations prepared and signed off within the department
• Monitoring of holdings relating to tax attestations (including jurisdictions such as Italy, Denmark, and Finland)
• Horizon scanning to identify regulatory changes impacting Investment Operations
• Supporting the Investment Assurance Manager or Senior Investment Operations Manager as required
• Supporting the ongoing review of the RCSA (Risk Control Self-Assessment) and the CASS Rule-by-Rule documentation
• Reviewing and overseeing Investment Operations terms and conditions
• Ensuring compliance with client asset rules across relevant jurisdictions

Behavioural Competencies & Soft Skills

• Alignment with Nedbank Private Wealth’s culture and values
• Strong verbal and written communication skills across all levels
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships
• Proactive, with strong initiative
• Organised and able to manage competing priorities effectively
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Flexible and positive approach to work
• Willingness to develop a sound understanding of business and regulatory risk
• Commercial awareness of internal operations and external market context
• Adaptability to evolving business needs and regulatory demands
• Commitment to continuous personal and professional development

• Previous financial services experience.
• Experience working in a similar role within an investments environment – Desirable.
• Awareness or knowledge of investment operations and/or compliance is desirable but not essential
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Investment related certificate i.e. CISI - Desirable.