Programme Manager - MiFID 2

Job description:

Core-Asset Consulting's client, a leading asset management firm, has an opening for a Programme Manager on an initial 6 month contract. The successful candidate will have strong exposure to both MiFID regulations and asset management.

Core responsibilities:

• Lead a programme of change from a regulatory perspective to ensure the business is fully compliant with any changes to appropriate legislative and directive changes
• Assess and apply the new MIFID II regulations from a technical and operational perspective to business functions
• Work with senior management to ensure that the programme is aligned with business objectives and that any approach adopted implements the required changes whilst protecting the business from risk
• Define approach workstreams and recruit appropriate individuals to lead the implementation of the required changes
• Communicate with stakeholders and seek to mitigate any potential risk

Core skills:

• Self-motivation with the ability to formulate and apply new ideas both independently and quickly
• A dedication to approachability to build relationships quickly
• Excellent relationship management and networking skills to work with senior stakeholders across the business
• Enthusiastic and confident with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to provide clear and concise management information to stakeholders and senior management
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Team orientated to effectively support team members when required and communicate business requirements

Core requirements:

• Exceptional programme management experience within the asset management industry is essential
• Legal, compliance and risk experience is desirable
• Strong knowledge of MiFID and working knowledge of the legislative changes MiFID II will bring is desirable
• Degree educated

To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to the investment management, financial services and accounting & finance markets across Scotland.