Assistant Relationship Manager - Trade Execution - Private Banking - Rothstein Recruitment

Assistant Relationship Manager - Trade Execution - Private Banking

Excellent opportunity opens for a motivated Assistant Relationship Manager to join a Private Bank & Wealth Manager. You will play a key role in supporting Relationship Managers in delivering a high touch banking experience to Ultra High Net Worth Individuals (UHNWIs). You will be responsible for executing client-directed trades across traditional asset classes as well as derivatives.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Act as the first point of contact for clients in the absence of the Relationship Manager, ensuring requests and queries are handled promptly and professionally.
2. Prepare documentation and briefing packs for client meetings and follow up on post-meeting actions.
3. Support Relationship Managers with managing client portfolios, orders, trades, payments, and other transactional needs.
4. Monitor maturity lists (deposits, loans, trades), take standard actions autonomously, and escalate when client input is required.
5. Handle account opening, closing, and maintenance procedures in line with compliance standards.
6. Coordinate with internal stakeholders including Treasury, Trading, Operations, Investment Services, Compliance, and Front Risk Management to ensure smooth execution of client needs.
7. Monitor and manage system alerts and operational tasks directly, escalating investment-related matters where required.
8. Liaise with Relationship Managers to plan and coordinate business travel, document preparation, and other logistical needs.
9. Support the onboarding process through timely and accurate collection of KYC and AML documentation.
10. Ensure all activities comply with internal policies, legal and regulatory requirements, and external audit standards.
11. Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with utmost discretion.

Key Requirements:

1. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
2. Previous experience working in a Private Bank or Wealth Manager
3. Proven experience executing client investment transactions across traditional asset classes within a Private Banking or Wealth Management environment.
4. Knowledge of derivatives and options trading is highly desirable and will be considered a strong advantage
5. CISI Investment Advice Diploma is desirable, for this role a minimum of CISI Introduction to Securities and Investments will be required.
6. Able to prioritize and multitask under pressure while maintaining high accuracy.
7. Excellent interpersonal skills with a client-first attitude.
8. Previous experience working in a Private Bank or Wealth Manager.
9. Bank apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in finance or banking.

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