Strategic Risk Reviewer, Operations & Business Support
Praxis is an independent, leading provider of bespoke private wealth, corporate administration and yacht services to companies, individuals and families across the world.
Our expertise and experience is driven by recruiting and retaining the brightest and best, and creating a culture that allows people to thrive. Our independence encourages an open culture where every voice is valued. We care about creating an environment that hears, supports and shares openly with all our people.
Teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of our approach, and we nurture an environment of openness and respect where everyone feels valued.
Be heard. Be part of the Praxis Group.
Our private wealth and corporate services teams work with our clients and their advisers, delivering an efficient, informed and personal service. We operate a fast-paced and rewarding environment with opportunities to service a variety of international clients across all asset classes.
Job Summary:
Ensure that all client and entity reviews are completed in accordance with policy and within specified timescales.
- Manage direct reports in an inclusive manner, maximising the talents of each person
- Responsible for the development and growth of direct reports
- Provide support to team members and wider business units as requested
- Meet objectives as set out in HUB or other software on a timely basis and document challenges that hinder the successful completion of any given objective.
- Identify, define and implement a minimum of one personal objective per annum, in addition to those set by Group/line manager
Job Accountabilities:
Entity Reviews
Undertake reviews in accordance with policy and procedures including:
- Initial Reviews
- Periodic Reviews
- Property Reviews
- Exit Reviews
- Non-Managed Investment Company reviews
- Ad hoc reviews where a specific purpose has been identified and requested by the business
- Assist with the completion of reviews for other Group jurisdictions as requested, applying knowledge, expertise and navigate the challenges of inter group policy & procedure and regulatory requirements
- Assist with training and development of administration staff on an ad hoc basis as identified
Action Points arising
- Raise Review Action Points in a clear and concise manner
- Identify trends that lead to Action points being raised
- Highlight training and development needs
- Provide feedback to line manager and consider any amendment to procedures as required
- Resolve Action Points where required by the business
- Populate data pages with data and information as required
- Apply knowledge and skill and liaise with administration teams to contribute to resolving more in-depth and complex Action points
Registers / Task Workflows
- Update closing data as required
- Maintain property register
- Ensure all property management deficiencies are raised and monitored until conclusion
- Maintain accurate data for internal and external reporting purposes
- Help with processing of Entity workflows for other business units, as and when required
Project Work
- Assistance with internal improvement initiatives as required
- Drafting / updating policy & procedures in line with improvement initiatives
Required Skills:
- Strong communication skills needed to liaise with Directors & Administration teams
- Sound understanding of industry best practices in relation to risk management and mitigation.
- Intermediate excel and word skills required.
- Property administration experience would be desirable.
- Ability to work autonomously and in an organised manner.
- Attention to detail.
Minimum Education and Experience
- 5 + years relevant experience obtained in a trust and company environment.
- ICSA/STEP qualification or similar is preferable.
Why join us:
You will be joining a People Team during an exciting period of change. We are committed to raising the bar in everything we do and we want colleagues who are just as passionate about that journey. You will have access to a broad and varied role, supportive colleagues, and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work across our business.
If you are ready to take the next step and make a real contribution, we would love to hear from you.
Additional Information:
In addition, all our team members are expected to be committed to our core values:
- We inspire
- We listen
- We trust
- We succeed together
To apply:
We encourage you to apply well in advance of the deadline and if you are successful, we will meet with you as soon as possible
Our Commitment to Diversity:
We want you to bring your full self to work and maximise your potential. Praxis Group is a place where everyone can thrive, whatever their gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background.
- Department
- Operations
- Locations
- St Peter Port, Guernsey
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Working Status
- Office Based
About Praxis Group
We are an independent, leading provider of bespoke private wealth, corporate administration and yacht services to companies, individuals and families across the world.