Do you have strong analytical and communication skills? Are you good with numbers and keen to work in a fast-paced team environment? And do you have what it takes to deliver solutions that have a real impact on the future of major organisations? Then it's time to join Mercer as a Graduate Investment Analyst. Mercer is a global consulting leader in talent, health, retirement and investments. Mercer helps clients around the world advance the health, wealth and performance of their most vital asset - their people. Mercer's 20,000 employees are based in more than 40 countries. Mercer is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marsh & McLennan Companies (NYSE: MMC), a global team of professional services companies offering clients advice and solutions in the areas of risk, strategy and human capital. As part of our investment team, you will help advise a variety of institutional clients, mainly pension schemes, on how to invest large sums of money. This will involve working alongside more experienced analysts and consultants to support clients with everything from strategy and the structure of retirement plans through to ongoing portfolio management. Mercer offers a rewarding career environment in every sense. We offer private medical cover, a pension scheme, 25 days holiday (with the option to buy or sell up to five days), income protection and a range of other benefits. But even more importantly, we provide you with exceptional training and development opportunities. Our graduate roles begin in September 2013 with an 18-month Graduate Development Programme, starting with a residential course. You will quickly acquire the knowledge and skills to move forward in your career while simultaneously studying for the Investment Management Certificate. At that point, you have the choice of going on to study for either the Actuarial or the CFA exams. What's more, our comprehensive study package will give you the resources and time to succeed at every stage of your development. Key duties will include: Producing/checking monitoring reports Assisting with the determination of appropriate investment strategies and manager structures for clients, drafting reports and letters as appropriate. Assisting with manager selection exercises and the subsequent implementation of any changes to the investment manager arrangements Dealing with routine queries received from clients, investment managers, third parties, etc. Qualifications: A minimum of 300 UCAS points, A level maths at grade B or above with a minimum 2:1 honours degree expected or obtained in a numerical or semi- numerical degree (equivalent qualifications are accepted) An interest in financial markets and conditions is essential Self motivated, with an eagerness to learn and to keep up to date with the investment industry, market conditions etc. Ability to work well as part of a team, with strong communication skills Ability to work well under pressure, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks Takes ownership for work, always ensuring standards and deadlines are met and keeping others informed and up-to-date Ability to maintain a good work-life balance Salary:Oct 18 2016 2:18:00:770PM
Dec 21, 2016
Full time
Do you have strong analytical and communication skills? Are you good with numbers and keen to work in a fast-paced team environment? And do you have what it takes to deliver solutions that have a real impact on the future of major organisations? Then it's time to join Mercer as a Graduate Investment Analyst. Mercer is a global consulting leader in talent, health, retirement and investments. Mercer helps clients around the world advance the health, wealth and performance of their most vital asset - their people. Mercer's 20,000 employees are based in more than 40 countries. Mercer is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marsh & McLennan Companies (NYSE: MMC), a global team of professional services companies offering clients advice and solutions in the areas of risk, strategy and human capital. As part of our investment team, you will help advise a variety of institutional clients, mainly pension schemes, on how to invest large sums of money. This will involve working alongside more experienced analysts and consultants to support clients with everything from strategy and the structure of retirement plans through to ongoing portfolio management. Mercer offers a rewarding career environment in every sense. We offer private medical cover, a pension scheme, 25 days holiday (with the option to buy or sell up to five days), income protection and a range of other benefits. But even more importantly, we provide you with exceptional training and development opportunities. Our graduate roles begin in September 2013 with an 18-month Graduate Development Programme, starting with a residential course. You will quickly acquire the knowledge and skills to move forward in your career while simultaneously studying for the Investment Management Certificate. At that point, you have the choice of going on to study for either the Actuarial or the CFA exams. What's more, our comprehensive study package will give you the resources and time to succeed at every stage of your development. Key duties will include: Producing/checking monitoring reports Assisting with the determination of appropriate investment strategies and manager structures for clients, drafting reports and letters as appropriate. Assisting with manager selection exercises and the subsequent implementation of any changes to the investment manager arrangements Dealing with routine queries received from clients, investment managers, third parties, etc. Qualifications: A minimum of 300 UCAS points, A level maths at grade B or above with a minimum 2:1 honours degree expected or obtained in a numerical or semi- numerical degree (equivalent qualifications are accepted) An interest in financial markets and conditions is essential Self motivated, with an eagerness to learn and to keep up to date with the investment industry, market conditions etc. Ability to work well as part of a team, with strong communication skills Ability to work well under pressure, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks Takes ownership for work, always ensuring standards and deadlines are met and keeping others informed and up-to-date Ability to maintain a good work-life balance Salary:Oct 18 2016 2:18:00:770PM
Do you have strong analytical and communication skills? Are you good with numbers and keen to work in a fast-paced team environment? Are you looking to get a taste of working for a multinational consulting firm? Then our Investment Analyst Intern position could be just the role for you. Mercer is a global consulting leader in talent, health, retirement and investments. Mercer helps clients around the world advance the health, wealth and performance of their most vital asset - their people. Mercer's 20,000 employees are based in more than 40 countries. Mercer is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marsh & McLennan Companies (NYSE: MMC), a global team of professional services companies offering clients advice and solutions in the areas of risk, strategy and human capital. Interns join us for eight weeks running from the beginning of July to the end of August. All work is supervised and you will be assigned a buddy to help you with day-to-day work queries. As an Investment Analyst Intern you will work as part of a team supporting more experienced analysts and consultants who advise a variety of clients, mainly pension schemes, on how to invest large sums of money Key duties will include: Producing/checking monitoring reports Assisting with the determination of appropriate investment strategies and manager structures for clients, drafting reports and letters as appropriate Dealing with routine queries received from clients, investment managers, third parties, etc. Qualifications: A minimum of 300 UCAS points, A level maths at grade B or above with a minimum 2:1 honours degree expected or obtained in a numerical or semi- numerical degree(equivalent qualifications are accepted) An interest in financial markets and conditions is essential Self motivated, with an eagerness to learn and to keep up to date with the investment industry, market conditions etc. Ability to work well as part of a team, with strong communication skills Ability to work well under pressure, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks Takes ownership for work, always ensuring standards and deadlines are met and keeping others informed and up-to-date Ability to maintain a good work-life balance Salary:Oct 18 2016 2:18:00:777PM
Dec 21, 2016
Full time
Do you have strong analytical and communication skills? Are you good with numbers and keen to work in a fast-paced team environment? Are you looking to get a taste of working for a multinational consulting firm? Then our Investment Analyst Intern position could be just the role for you. Mercer is a global consulting leader in talent, health, retirement and investments. Mercer helps clients around the world advance the health, wealth and performance of their most vital asset - their people. Mercer's 20,000 employees are based in more than 40 countries. Mercer is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marsh & McLennan Companies (NYSE: MMC), a global team of professional services companies offering clients advice and solutions in the areas of risk, strategy and human capital. Interns join us for eight weeks running from the beginning of July to the end of August. All work is supervised and you will be assigned a buddy to help you with day-to-day work queries. As an Investment Analyst Intern you will work as part of a team supporting more experienced analysts and consultants who advise a variety of clients, mainly pension schemes, on how to invest large sums of money Key duties will include: Producing/checking monitoring reports Assisting with the determination of appropriate investment strategies and manager structures for clients, drafting reports and letters as appropriate Dealing with routine queries received from clients, investment managers, third parties, etc. Qualifications: A minimum of 300 UCAS points, A level maths at grade B or above with a minimum 2:1 honours degree expected or obtained in a numerical or semi- numerical degree(equivalent qualifications are accepted) An interest in financial markets and conditions is essential Self motivated, with an eagerness to learn and to keep up to date with the investment industry, market conditions etc. Ability to work well as part of a team, with strong communication skills Ability to work well under pressure, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks Takes ownership for work, always ensuring standards and deadlines are met and keeping others informed and up-to-date Ability to maintain a good work-life balance Salary:Oct 18 2016 2:18:00:777PM
Auto req ID: 1944BR Job Title: Regulatory Retail Executive Advisor - Edinburgh Country: United Kingdom Location: Edinburgh Function: Advisory Risk Consulting Service Line: Regulatory Service Line Information: Using a wide variety of technical and sector-specific skills, KPMG's Risk Consulting group proactively helps clients increase profits whilst reducing reputational, operational, financial and other risks. We are experienced in managing diverse issues including fraud, regulatory compliance, risk frameworks and modelling, capital efficiency, corporate governance, dispute resolution, deriving value from contracts and much more. Regulatory - a close working relationship with the FSA helps to ensure that you can provide our clients with insight into regulatory interpretation, and the breadth of clients we work with gives you the ability to benchmark to leading practice. Job Description: Roles and Responsibilities - Able to work with a very wide set of clients drawn from across the financial sector. - Working effectively within a team in a project environment. - Production of technical deliverables for clients on a timely basis. - Leading small engagements and working within larger, multi-disciplinary team. - Building and maintaining strong relationships and networks with both clients and KPMG individuals. - Providing a high quality advisory service to our clients and other departments of KPMG. - Assist firms in the understanding and impact of regulation. - Providing guidance on the application of Conduct Risk rules contained in the COBS sourcebooks. - Running workshops and client sessions on a range of regulatory issues including: ARROW; TCF; remediation activity; Approved Persons/SIF; and management of regulatory relationships. - Assisting in the development of business for the Regulatory team, including production of proposals and the identification of opportunities within client engagements. - Mentoring and coaching of other less experienced team members. - Support KPMG's efforts in relation to sales and marketing, Research and Development and Knowledge Management Qualifications and Skills - Knowledge of FSA Supervisory Framework including ARROW assessment framework. - Regulatory / Operational Experience of COBs (inc MCOB, ICOBs). - Excellent oral / written communication, planning, project management, networking and influencing skills. Experience and Background - Knowledge/ Experience of Governance and Systems and Controls regulation that affect our retail clients and Principle / Outcomes Based Regulation. - Relevant Sectoral experience - Insurance / Retail Banking. - Practical knowledge / experience of Treating Customers Fairly. - Understanding the role of the regulator and advising clients on managing their relationship with the regulator e.g. ongoing supervision (inc. ARROW preparation), risk mitigation and dealing with enforcement. - Experience of working within retail financial services arena, preferably including experience of working in a professional services firm and time in a regulatory environment (eg a regulated firms' compliance department or FSA) Applying with a disability: KPMG are proud to be an inclusive, equal opportunity employer and we seek to attract and retain the best people from the widest possible talent pool. As a member of The Employers' Forum on Disability we're committed to ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly throughout the Recruitment Process. Should you be successful after the initial application stage, please discuss with your recruitment contact any reasonable adjustments to our Recruitment Process that you may require. KPMG's commitment to diversity: There is a good reason why KPMG consistently features in the Top 10 of the Sunday Times Best Big Companies to work for! It's not just the exceptional training, market leading career opportunities and flexible work arrangements that we offer; we value diverse opinions and backgrounds and create an environment that combines your commitments outside of work with your career potential.But, don't take our word for it, Industry Awards and Recognition page Policy for Agencies: KPMG has a commitment to sourcing candidates directly and as such we do not accept speculative CV's from agencies. Please check here to see our policy on agencies: Policy Job Segments: Regulatory Affairs, Retail, Law, Consulting, Outside Sales, Legal, Technology, Sales Salary:Oct 18 2016 2:18:00:797PM
Dec 21, 2016
Full time
Auto req ID: 1944BR Job Title: Regulatory Retail Executive Advisor - Edinburgh Country: United Kingdom Location: Edinburgh Function: Advisory Risk Consulting Service Line: Regulatory Service Line Information: Using a wide variety of technical and sector-specific skills, KPMG's Risk Consulting group proactively helps clients increase profits whilst reducing reputational, operational, financial and other risks. We are experienced in managing diverse issues including fraud, regulatory compliance, risk frameworks and modelling, capital efficiency, corporate governance, dispute resolution, deriving value from contracts and much more. Regulatory - a close working relationship with the FSA helps to ensure that you can provide our clients with insight into regulatory interpretation, and the breadth of clients we work with gives you the ability to benchmark to leading practice. Job Description: Roles and Responsibilities - Able to work with a very wide set of clients drawn from across the financial sector. - Working effectively within a team in a project environment. - Production of technical deliverables for clients on a timely basis. - Leading small engagements and working within larger, multi-disciplinary team. - Building and maintaining strong relationships and networks with both clients and KPMG individuals. - Providing a high quality advisory service to our clients and other departments of KPMG. - Assist firms in the understanding and impact of regulation. - Providing guidance on the application of Conduct Risk rules contained in the COBS sourcebooks. - Running workshops and client sessions on a range of regulatory issues including: ARROW; TCF; remediation activity; Approved Persons/SIF; and management of regulatory relationships. - Assisting in the development of business for the Regulatory team, including production of proposals and the identification of opportunities within client engagements. - Mentoring and coaching of other less experienced team members. - Support KPMG's efforts in relation to sales and marketing, Research and Development and Knowledge Management Qualifications and Skills - Knowledge of FSA Supervisory Framework including ARROW assessment framework. - Regulatory / Operational Experience of COBs (inc MCOB, ICOBs). - Excellent oral / written communication, planning, project management, networking and influencing skills. Experience and Background - Knowledge/ Experience of Governance and Systems and Controls regulation that affect our retail clients and Principle / Outcomes Based Regulation. - Relevant Sectoral experience - Insurance / Retail Banking. - Practical knowledge / experience of Treating Customers Fairly. - Understanding the role of the regulator and advising clients on managing their relationship with the regulator e.g. ongoing supervision (inc. ARROW preparation), risk mitigation and dealing with enforcement. - Experience of working within retail financial services arena, preferably including experience of working in a professional services firm and time in a regulatory environment (eg a regulated firms' compliance department or FSA) Applying with a disability: KPMG are proud to be an inclusive, equal opportunity employer and we seek to attract and retain the best people from the widest possible talent pool. As a member of The Employers' Forum on Disability we're committed to ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly throughout the Recruitment Process. Should you be successful after the initial application stage, please discuss with your recruitment contact any reasonable adjustments to our Recruitment Process that you may require. KPMG's commitment to diversity: There is a good reason why KPMG consistently features in the Top 10 of the Sunday Times Best Big Companies to work for! It's not just the exceptional training, market leading career opportunities and flexible work arrangements that we offer; we value diverse opinions and backgrounds and create an environment that combines your commitments outside of work with your career potential.But, don't take our word for it, Industry Awards and Recognition page Policy for Agencies: KPMG has a commitment to sourcing candidates directly and as such we do not accept speculative CV's from agencies. Please check here to see our policy on agencies: Policy Job Segments: Regulatory Affairs, Retail, Law, Consulting, Outside Sales, Legal, Technology, Sales Salary:Oct 18 2016 2:18:00:797PM