Investment Assistant

Investment Assistant

Location: Worcester
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £33,000 per annum + competitive benefits
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm

Investment Assistant - Worcester

Hawk3 Recruitment is working with a leading UK wealth management and investment firm to recruit an Investment Assistant for their Portfolio Management team based in Worcester.

Our client provides bespoke investment management and wealth planning services to private individuals, families, charities and businesses. They pride themselves on delivering exceptional client service, building long-term relationships and helping clients achieve their financial objectives through tailored investment solutions.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented administrator looking to build a career within investment management and financial services. You will play a key role in supporting Investment Managers with the day-to-day administration of client portfolios while ensuring high standards of client service and regulatory compliance.

The Role

As an Investment Assistant, you will provide comprehensive administrative support to Investment Managers, helping to ensure client portfolios are managed efficiently and accurately. Working closely with colleagues across the Portfolio Management team, you'll support a range of administrative, operational and client-focused activities while maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to Investment Managers and the wider Portfolio Management team.
• Prepare file notes, correspondence and client documentation.
• Arrange client meetings and assist with meeting preparation.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships by delivering accurate and timely administrative support.
• Open and close client investment accounts.
• Process stock transfers and client payments.
• Maintain and update client information within internal systems.
• Produce reports using Excel and portfolio management systems.
• Support the execution and booking of trades in line with authorised instructions and company procedures.
• Process execution-only client orders for non-complex investment products where appropriate.
• Assist Investment Managers with client presentations, pitches and reviews.
• Support wider team projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Complete ad hoc administrative tasks as required.
• Maintain compliance with FCA regulations and internal procedures.
• Continually develop industry knowledge and participate in relevant training.

About You

We're looking for someone who is highly organised, proactive and enjoys working in a fast-paced professional environment.

You'll ideally have:

• Previous administration experience within financial services, wealth management or investment management.
• A commitment to delivering outstanding client service.
• Excellent organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to prioritise workloads and work independently.
• A collaborative approach with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience using investment or wealth management systems such as Avaloq would be advantageous.
• An RQF Level 3 CISI qualification (or equivalent), or a willingness to study towards this.

What's on Offer

This is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to build a long term career with a leading wealth management business that genuinely invests in its people. Alongside a competitive salary of up to £33,000, you'll benefit from an outstanding rewards package, including:

• 25 days' annual leave, increasing with length of service.
• Generous company pension with up to 7.5% employer matching contributions.
• Private Medical Insurance from day one, covering you and your family.
• Medical Cash Plan to help with everyday healthcare costs including dental, optical and physiotherapy.
• Life Assurance of four times your annual salary.
• Income Protection providing financial support during long-term illness.
• Share Incentive Plan, giving you the opportunity to become a shareholder with company matched shares (after qualifying service).
• Enhanced family-friendly benefits, including enhanced maternity and paid paternity leave.
• Electric Car Scheme and Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Interest-free Season Ticket Loan.
• Employee Assistance Programme and dedicated Mental Health Champions.
• Annual Flu Jabs, Wellness initiatives and Eye Care Vouchers.
• Access to discounted investment services.
• A supportive culture with mentoring opportunities, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives and ongoing professional development.
• Flexible 'Dress for Your Day' policy, allowing you to dress appropriately for your working day rather than following a rigid dress code.

If you're looking to develop your career within wealth management and would like to join a highly professional organisation that values teamwork, client service and continuous development, we'd love to hear from you.