Asset Servicing Administrator

AJ Bell Manchester, England, United Kingdom Asset Servicing Administrator – 12‑month Fixed‑Term Contract Job Description We are now recruiting an Asset Servicing Administrator to work in a team of administrators and ensure the delivery of excellence in the administration of Corporate Actions & Dividends. The role is part of the Custody umbrella and will work within one of three specialist teams: Event Capture, Dividends Processing or Corporate Actions Processing. You will manage an assigned workload, complete tasks intraday, and communicate with colleagues to ensure high‑standard, compliant processing. Key Responsibilities Capture event information for both Dividends and Corporate Actions Create and maintain records of events Compile & issue customer notifications for forthcoming events, where required Collate customer responses, where required Instruct counterparties and custodians Reconcile positions at different stages of the event Process events to customer accounts Notify customers when events are completed Ensure adherence to all compliance policies including AML, CASS, Clear Desk and breach reporting What You'll Need Minimum of 5 GCSE’s grades A*-C (or equivalent) including Maths and English Strong customer service skills and ability to deliver excellent service Strong written and verbal communication skills Competent IT skills, including Word, Excel and Outlook Ability to work in high‑pressure, deadline‑driven environments Exceptional attention to detail Experience of financial services, or a keen interest in it, is desirable Advanced Excel skills About AJ Bell AJ Bell is one of the fastest‑growing investment platform businesses in the UK, offering an award‑winning range of solutions that cater for everyone, from professional financial advisers to DIY investors. With over 644,000 customers managing assets totalling more than £103.3 billion, we continuously strive to make investing easier and help more people take control of their financial futures. Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we have over 1,500 employees and have been named one of the UK's ‘Best 100 Companies to Work For’ for six consecutive years. Our Perks and Benefits Starting salary £25,400 (dependent on experience) 25 days holiday entitlement (increasing to 31 days with length of service) and holiday buy‑and‑sell scheme A matched pension scheme up to 6% Discretionary bonus scheme and annual free share awards scheme Buy as You Earn (BAYE) scheme Health Cash Plan – provided by SimplyHealth Discounted private healthcare scheme and dental plan Free on‑site gym with a wide range of complimentary classes Employee Assistance Programme Bike loan scheme Sick pay & pledge Enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave Discounted nursery fees at Kids Planet on Exchange Quay Loans for travel season tickets Death in service scheme Paid time off for volunteer work Charitable giving opportunities through salary sacrifice Calendar of social events, including monthly payday drinks, annual Christmas party and summer party Parking at Exchange Quay (subject to availability) Personal development programmes aligned to your career goals, including access to workshops Ongoing technical training and professional qualification support Talent development programmes and peer recognition scheme with rewards such as restaurant vouchers and time off Monthly leadership breakfasts and lunches Casual dress code and a range of sponsorship‑derived benefits Hybrid Working We offer a hybrid working model, requiring a minimum of 50% of your working time per month in the office. New team members begin full‑time in the office to build valuable relationships with colleagues. EEO Statement AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status or any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need. #J-18808-Ljbffr