Author Archives: Paul Stanbridge

1. Compliance – Advisory, Monitoring & Training

   2016/03/31 4:45 pm Comments Off on Compliance – Advisory, Monitoring & Training

   Compliance Advisory, Monitoring, Controls, Conduct and Training role with well established SME Bank.

   You must have experience within a regulatory control or compliance environment from a banking firm.

   The successful candidate will:

   • Produce reports highlighting areas of improvement as per the compliance monitoring plan
   • Recommend improvements to Senior Management, XO’s and staff as well as manage project delivery of new regulatory requirements (MIFID 2, Senior Managers Regime etc.)
   • Review operating procedures, manuals and processes, as well as management information
   • Monitor the performance and make recommendations to the Legal & Head of Compliance
   • Provide training to all bank staff and help identify compliance training needs
   • Develop strong relationships with all staff members
   • Provide appropriate advice on compliance issues
   • Help plan all compliance work with the Head of Compliance and Head of Legal
   • Prepare and manage non-financial returns
   • Liaise with Regulators and other 3rd parties

2. Sales Manager / Sales Director – Financial Data Markets

   2016/03/23 1:21 pm Comments Off on Sales Manager / Sales Director – Financial Data Markets

   Sales Manager & Sales Director – Financial Data Markets

   Salaries: Sales Manger £30-50k plus commission, Sales Director £50-70k plus commission

   LOCATION: London

   DESCRIPTION: Achieve sales growth and account penetration for a suite of products and services and secure new business.

   BACKGROUND:

   Established over 20 years ago my client is a leading data supplier of equity ownership analysis for UK FTSE and AIM market stocks to boards of Plc’s and global banking and financial news groups.

   The group now have an unlimited opportunity to take on additional clients within the: Banking, Stock Broking and Financial Market Data sectors.

   THE ROLE

   To date, 90% of clients have been developed by referral and organic growth. You will drive new business and develop new market streams to develop and network high value clients.

   Strong sales and client facing skills are essential in this role as clients will be from diverse backgrounds: IR & Corporate Finance, Equity Traders and Heads of Technology. Due to the bespoke nature of this product range, gaining an understanding of equity market data and complex client needs are an integral part of this role.

   RESPONSIBILITIES:

   • Be responsible for generating and developing business
   • Expanding and Manage an existing portfolio of established clients.
   • Make telephone calls, client visits and presentations to existing and prospective clients.
   • identify specific targets and to project the number of contacts to be made
   • Identify sources for developing prospective clients and information to determine their potential.
   • Manage client accounts through follow-up call’s and meetings.
   • Develop clear and effective written proposals/quotations for current and prospective clients
   • Coordinate sales with MD
   • Positively contribute to sales strategy and sales ideas.
   • Plan and organize personal sales strategy
   • Keep abreast of product applications, technical services, market conditions, competitor activities.

   REPORTING:

   The role reports directly to the Manager Director.

   SKILLS:

   This individual would ideally:

   • Have a contact network within Financial Market Data for UK stocks to leverage off of relationships and enable easy identification of target clients

   This individual must:

   • Have an understanding of Financial Markets Data.
   • Have proven sales / account management / business development skills
   • Possess a strong client orientated approach to work.
   • Have a client facing, account management or sales background.
   • Have held a sales or similar type (ie client facing) role
   • Have had sales or similar training
   • Be determined and delivery focused
   • Communicate well with colleagues and clients
   • Work well in a team
   • Possess time management skills and the ability to prioritise workloads
   • Follow things through to completion
   • Give feedback to colleagues and clients
   • Demonstrate aptitude for problem-solving
   • Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
   • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite applications and contact management software

   Please forward your CV and a covering letter to Paul Stanbridge, Fleet Search and Selection, no later than the 31st March.

3. Contract – Internal Audit – Capital Markets

   2016/03/18 1:53 pm Comments Off on Contract – Internal Audit – Capital Markets

   • £350- 700 p/d
   • immediate start
   • x 2 Contract Capital Markets Audit roles
   • Global Investment Bank
   • 3-9 months contract depending on experience

   Global Investment Bank seeking two experienced Internal Audit contractors at AVP & VP levels with practical experience of front office controls within Capital Markets (Equities, Fixed Income, or Commodities) products. Experience in compliance, risk or controls an advantage. This is a contract position so you must be able to hit the ground running. Excellent prospects for contract extension if desired.

4. Technology Recruitment Resourcer / Trainee Consultant, London

   2015/12/22 11:40 am Comments Off on Technology Recruitment Resourcer / Trainee Consultant, London

   We’re hiring!

   Fleet Technology is the Technology recruitment arm of Fleet Search and Selection (Established 2009) and focuses on the recruitment of IT specialists across the globe with mandates covering Europe, the Americas and AsiaPac. We possess strong client relationships with Group CIO/ CTO’s across trading operations of global investment banking clients. Our Directors are highly skilled with 12 – 25 years recruitment experience in their field.

    WE BELIEVE THAT STRONG RELATIONSHIPS AND MARKET INSIGHT  

   NOT HIGH TARGETS, LEAD TO HIGH FEES

   WE OFFER AUTONOMY AND HIGH REWARDS FOR THOSE THAT THINK THE SAME

    

   Our business has ROCKETED over the last year and we are looking for an ambitious and driven individual to work closely with our Technology Recruitment Director supporting his expanding workload in what might be your first or second recruitment role. THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO GET IN AT GROUND LEVEL AND BE PART OF A FORWARD THINKING BUSINESS TO WORK ALONGSIDE AND LEARN FROM SOME OF THE MOST EXPERIENCED RECRUITERS IN THE CITY…

   We are a small (7 person) team of like minded professionals with many years of recruitment experience. You will be based in our London office and will be working one-on-one with the Technology recruitment Director, assisting in the recruitment of permanent and contract front office technology staff globally. As you develop your sector knowledge and recruitment skills, we will give you exposure to Consultancy work and will support you to generate your own fees within a short period of time, ultimately progressing to a full time Junior Consultancy position.

   Previous recruitment or sales experience is preferred. We will provide you with interesting recruitment projects, training, team support and a friendly open office in which you can excel. In return, you will apply a strong work ethic to make sure you deliver on expectations in both your targets and self-development.

   Above all you must be smart, intelligent, a good negotiator, thoughtful, quick-thinking and be able to conduct a confident dialogue at senior management level.

   This is an exceptional opportunity providing great earning potential if you can apply yourself to achieve all that you can.

   The role:

   • Build new candidate relationships through research and networking.
   • Identify and approach potential candidates via the phone and online.
   • Manage, organise and control your own recruitment processes.
   • Negotiate on multiple levels with candidates.
   • Advertise vacancies, processing applications and shortlisting candidates.
   • Research the financial services technology sector.
   • Provide market analysis
   • Meet candidates and clients face to face.
   • Maintain communication with established candidates to business develop and promote Fleet Technology.
   • Identify potential recruiting needs and follow up on leads.
   • Facilitate the hiring process including interviewing and screening candidates.
   • Guide candidates through the hiring process.
   • Maintain good working relationships with candidates and team members.
   • Resolve and manage candidate issues.
   • Maintain and build the candidate database.

    You:

   • Demonstrable evidence of personal achievement.
   • Some commercial / business experience (preferably Recruitment or Sales).
   • Knowledge of the realities of a business career.
   • Possess a strong work ethic to go that extra mile.
   • Be pro-active in identifying and creating opportunities and supporting others.
   • Be self motivated and confident working on your own as there will be occasions when your Team members are away on assignments.
   • Intelligent, thoughtful, hungry and career-minded.

   Our environment:

   • Mature.
   • Professional.
   • Focused on long term growth not short term gain.
   • Sociable.
   • Flexible.
   • Team orientated.
   • Rewarding.
   • Encouraging.
   • Challenging.

    

    What we offer:

   • Competitive starting base salary + commission.
   • Full training and career progression plan.
   • An open and supportive working environment
   • Good career opportunities to develop your research and professional skills within a niche industry.

   This vacancy is for a full-time permanent role. To apply, e-mail your CV and Cover Letter to paulstanbridge@fleet-infotech.com

5. Technology Recruitment Resourcer / Trainee Consultant

   2015/10/16 4:34 pm Comments Off on Technology Recruitment Resourcer / Trainee Consultant

   Technology Recruitment Resourcer / Trainee Consultant – London                          Excellent Package

   Fleet Technology is the Technology recruitment arm of Fleet Search and Selection (Established 2009) and focuses on the recruitment of IT specialists across the globe with mandates covering Europe, the Americas and AsiaPac. We possess strong client relationships with Group CIO/ CTO’s across trading operations of global investment banking clients. Our Directors are highly skilled with 12 – 25 years recruitment experience in their field.

         WE BELIEVE THAT STRONG RELATIONSHIPS AND MARKET INSIGHT – NOT HIGH TARGETS – WILL LEAD TO HIGH FEES

              WE OFFER AUTONOMY AND HIGH REWARDS FOR THOSE THAT THINK THE SAME

   Our business has ROCKETED over the last year and we are looking for an ambitious and driven individual to work closely with our Technology Recruitment Director supporting his expanding workload in what might be your first or second recruitment role. THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO GET IN AT GROUND LEVEL AND BE PART OF A FORWARD THINKING BUSINESS TO WORK ALONGSIDE AND LEARN FROM SOME OF THE MOST EXPERIENCED RECRUITERS IN THE CITY…

   The role will involve recruiting for permanent and contract front office technology staff globally. As you develop your sector knowledge and recruitment skills, we will give you exposure to Consultancy work and will support you to generate your own fees within a short period of time, ultimately progressing to a full time Junior Consultancy position.

   Whilst previous recruitment or sales experience is preferred, it is not essential. We will provide you with interesting recruitment projects, training, team support and a friendly open office in which you can excel. In return, you will apply a strong work ethic to make sure you deliver on expectations in both your targets and self-development.

   Above all you must be smart, intelligent, a good negotiator, thoughtful, quick-thinking and be able to to conduct a confident dialogue at senior management level.

   This is an exceptional opportunity providing great earning potential if you can apply yourself to achieve all that you can.

   The role:

   • Build new candidate relationships through research and networking.
   • Identify and approach potential candidates via the phone and online.
   • Manage, organise and control your own recruitment processes.
   • Negotiate on multiple levels with candidates.
   • Advertise vacancies, processing applications and shortlisting candidates.
   • Research the financial services technology sector.
   • Provide market analysis
   • Meet candidates and clients face to face.
   • Maintain communication with established candidates to business develop and promote Fleet Technology.
   • Identify potential recruiting needs and follow up on leads.
   • Facilitate the hiring process including interviewing and screening candidates.
   • Guide candidates through the hiring process.
   • Maintain good working relationships with candidates and team members.
   • Resolve and manage candidate issues.
   • Maintain and build the candidate database.

   You will:

   • Demonstrable evidence of personal achievement.
   • Some commercial / business experience (preferably Recruitment or Sales).
   • Knowledge of the realities of a business career.
   • Possess a strong work ethic to go that extra mile.
   • Be pro-active in identifying and creating opportunities and supporting others.
   • Be self motivated and confident working on your own as there will be occasions when your Team members are away on assignments.
   • Intelligent, thoughtful, hungry and career-minded.

   Our environment:

   • Professional.
   • Focused on long term growth not short term gain.
   • Sociable.
   • Flexible.
   • Team orientated.
   • Rewarding.
   • Encouraging.
   • Challenging.

   What we offer:

   • Competitive starting base salary + commission.
   • Full training and career progression plan.
   • An open and supportive working environment.
   • Good career opportunities to develop your research and professional skills within a niche industry.

   This vacancy is for a full-time permanent role. To apply, e-mail your CV and Cover Letter to paulstanbridge@fleet-infotech.com

6. AVP Capital Markets Audit – London

   2015/08/06 8:58 am Comments Off on AVP Capital Markets Audit – London

   Our client is a Tier 1 Investment Bank seeking an ambitious and bright individual to join their ever growing Global Markets division as an AVP Capital Markets Audit.

   The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of Investment Banking and Capital Markets (either Equities or Fixed Income / Rates / FX), product flows gained through:

   – A previous Internal, Risk, Audit or Controls role within a Bank,

   – An External Audit Banking client base if within practice.

   Excellent communication skills are essential.

   You will work across all business areas within trading and get exposure to all asset class. Internal mobility is actively encouraged, and opportunities will present in due course for upwards career progression, in an environment with a dedicated career development programme tailored to the individual.

   • ACA/ ACCA/ CIA or any other relevant Audit/ Accounting qualification
   • Internal Audit experience from a Capital Markets or Investment Bank OR External Audit experience with a firm grasp of risk and controls within Front Office Banking Sales & Trading.
   • Sound knowledge of Capital Markets/ Trading products
   • An understanding of risk and control on business process within an investment bank
   • Strong analytical and technical knowledge
   • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

7. Senior IT Auditor – Walsall

   8:53 am Comments Off on Senior IT Auditor – Walsall

   Senior IT Auditor – Walsall / Birmingham

   Our client, a tier 1 Bank is seeking an IT Audit Associate VP to join their Internal Audit team.

   Ideally with a Financial Services the candidate will use their prior experience in IT infrastructure, security and controls Audit to maintain the organisation’s rigorous internal audit standards. The successful candidate will use excellent communication skills to develop and maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders and senior management in addition to facilitating a culture of shared knowledge and experience among team members.

   There is opportunity to engage in Operational Audits if interested.

   • Experience of IT Audit, either in a Financial Services group, or on a Consultancy basis
   • An understanding of the interaction of IT Audit with the rest of the business
   • Relevant higher education qualifications
   • Relevant professional qualifications i.e. CISA

8. Senior IT Auditor- Chester

   8:47 am Comments Off on Senior IT Auditor- Chester

   Senior IT Auditor – Banking – Chester

   Our client, a tier 1 Bank is seeking an IT Audit Associate VP to join their Internal Audit team.

   Ideally with a Financial Services background gained in a large bank or investment firm, the candidate will use their prior experience in IT infrastructure, security and controls Audit to maintain the organisation’s rigorous internal audit standards. The successful candidate will use excellent communication skills to develop and maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders and senior management in addition to facilitating a culture of shared knowledge and experience among team members.

   There is opportunity to engage in Operational Audits if interested.

   • Experience of IT Audit, either in a Financial Services group, or on a Consultancy basis with a Big 4 firm
   • An understanding of the interaction of IT Audit with the rest of the business
   • Relevant higher education qualifications
   • Relevant professional qualifications i.e. CISA

9. Fixed Income / Equities – Audit SVP

   8:44 am Comments Off on Fixed Income / Equities – Audit SVP

   Team Manager VP Audit: Capital Markets – Rates / Fixed Income / FX Audit

   Our client, a tier one investment bank is seeking a VP Auditor with sound working knowledge of trade flow for Rates / Fixed Income, FX or Equity products to join their dedicated internal audit team. The Internal Audit function consists of teams who provide independent assurance over the organisation and operations for all stakeholders across varied business lines, ultimately providing assurance to the Board and Group Executive Management.

   The successful candidate will have a background in Product Control, Audit or Risk in a banking environment within a Capital Markets function, with practical experience of FX, fixed income / rates or equity products. Using excellent communication skills to manage relationships with clients and senior management, good leadership skills to manage projects and teams, you will have expert knowledge of the risks and controls governing the front office.

   This is an excellent opportunity for an Audit VP or a Senior Audit Manager looking for line management responsibilities.

   Essential

   • An accountancy or audit qualification
   • Ability to manage and lead audits within an Investment Banking environment
   • Excellent interpersonal and managerial skills
   • Capital Markets front office knowledge
   • Experience with Traded Products including: Rates / Fixed Income, FX, commodities, (FICC), equities.

10. Market Risk / Quantitative Finance VP Audit

    8:41 am Comments Off on Market Risk / Quantitative Finance VP Audit

    Senior Market Risk Auditor – London

    Our client is a Tier 1 Investment Bank seeking a qualified Quant / Market Risk practitioner to join their growing Global Markets Audit division.

    The ideal candidate will have a strong Quantitative Finance or Market Risk background with relevant post graduate qualifications. Excellent communication skills are essential.

    The Internal Audit function consists of teams who provide independent assurance over the organisation and operations for all stakeholders across varied business lines, ultimately providing assurance to the Board and Group Executive Management.
    
    Desired Skills and Experience:

    • Sound knowledge of Capital Markets Banking
    • An understanding of controls within an investment bank
    • Strong analytical and technical knowledge
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills