Orchard Recruitment Ltd

We are currently seeking a Project Manager to join our client for a 12-month fixed term assignment. Based in Douglas, the employer is a leader in fiduciary services, fund administration, and management and investment advice compliance. The Project Manager will assist the organisation in the delivery of project work relating to simulating various scenarios as they relate to bank resolution within the Resolution and Deposit Compensation Division. In addition, the role will cover duties that are more business as usual in nature. Other duties will include: Working closely with the Technical Lead to fully scope out the project aims and requirements Collect all the required information necessary for the project and review objectives and deliverables on an ongoing basis Create and manage documentation and reports, including project and scenario plans, risk logs and issues logs for the project in line with the project management framework Verify data and information and analyse it to confirm the direction of the project Track and forecast project progress and report on said progress, incorporating relevant metrics and challenges to the Technical Lead where necessary Research and produce communications, including organising meetings and briefings required to support the project delivery Organise and deliver training and/or familiarisation sessions for relevant staff to ensure outcomes are understood, including recommendations for future iterations of the work Set an example to staff to develop and maintain a positive professional culture within the organisation Work on special ad hoc projects as identified Undertake tasks as delegated by the Technical Lead or by the Chief Executive Officer The Ideal candidate for the role of Project Manager will have: Industry experience in a compliance, assurance, risk or audit role Previous experience of project governance principles including tracking and forecasting project progress Experience of leading or working on projects within a financial service environment Experience of assimilation, assessment and analysis of data Proven ability to build and maintain working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels including the ability to influence and negotiate Strong analytical skills, ability to quickly and accurately assimilate information, to consider any associated risks and to summarise the information effectively Ability to work under pressure, manage a workload of varied complexity, to manage competing priorities and to deliver against deadlines Ability to prepare, lead and conduct meetings with senior stakeholders both internally and externally Demonstrate effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Experienced user of Microsoft Office suite Ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team Strong working knowledge in relation to risk and risk frameworks, including the ability to identify, evaluate, rate, manage and mitigate risks and the ongoing monitoring and review of risks

Our leading Financial Services Sector Client is continuing a high growth trajectory, coupled with an ambitious transformation programme and are now seeking a Senior AML Administrator to join their expanding team. As Senior AML Administrator here you will be: Responsible for the accurate and efficient completion of administrative tasks provided to you Supporting the approach to full ownership you will be expected to work on case management and customer and adviser queries from receipt until the customer's expectations have been satisfied Proactive and reactive contact with customers and advisers, plus any other relevant parties via telephone, letter or email to ensure work is processed efficiently and correctly Ensure pended work is reviewed, chased and closed within expected timescales Proactive, solutions-based approach to understanding issues which arise, and then able to implement actions according to administrative policies and procedures Timely and professional contact with stakeholders should be maintained at all times Contact will be proactive when you require further information (by telephone and email) and reactive when a stakeholder contacts us Assist in developing, implementing and sharing best practices Contribute to the development of team strategy and objectives Within your team you will be expected to work with your colleagues to manage the daily work and measure your team's performance in relation to good customer outcomes The ideal candidate for the role of Senior AML Administrator will have: A minimum of 3 years' previous Life office experience is desirable Minimum of 1 years' experience within an AML-focused role PC literate, in particular MS Office Products 4 GCSE's Grade C to include Maths and English and/or NVQ Level 1 - or equivalent Good attention to detail Good communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work well individually and as part of a team Ability to work to tight deadlines

We are currently seeking a Senior Manager for our Douglas-based Client, a leader in fiduciary services, fund administration, and management and investment advice compliance. The Senior Manager (Enhanced Supervision) will contribute to the organisation's mandate of ensuring that effective controls and processes and supervisory activity are in place for the efficient supervision of regulated entities across all regulated sectors (other than Banks and Insurers) that are subject to enhanced supervision, and executing a defined engagement model. The Ideal candidate for the role of Senior Manager will: Hold a professional qualification relevant to the financial services industry Extensive relevant finance sector industry experience in an operational, compliance, assurance, risk or audit role Working experience in fund services and investment business Proven experience in a leadership/ management role with the ability to work in a collaborative style Extensive working knowledge of the financial services sector and associated legislation, including compliance and risk management, along with an understanding of trends and developments Strong people management, coaching and leadership skills providing support that inspires and motivates all team members to reach their full potential Strong analytical skills, a flexible attitude and the ability to quickly and accurately assimilate information, to consider any associated risks and to summarise the information effectively Subject matter expertise in relation to risk and risk frameworks, including the ability to identify, evaluate, rate, manage and mitigate risks and the ongoing monitoring and review of risks Demonstrates strategic thinking, the ability to plan, work and make decisions accordingly Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) Desirable: Hold an accounting qualification

Our Client, a large Finance Sector firm, are seeking an experienced Treasury Manager to join a friendly, well-established team for a 6-12 month fixed term assignment. Reporting to the Finance Operations Manager, the Treasury Manager will be responsible for: Ensure the accurate and timely processing of all treasury movements between internal accounts and to/from external parties, ensuring errors are kept to a minimum Oversee the management of shareholder and policyholder cash allowing for the appropriate level of security, liquidity and yield. This includes adherence to the Group Treasury Policy Act as the primary escalation point between internal departments, and external banking partners to ensure seamless integration and resolution of any treasury related cash movements Manage relationships with deposit and money market fund providers Continuous evaluation and improvement to treasury systems, workflows, and technologies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and support projects to enhance straight through processing and treasury automation Maintain strict adherence to financial regulations, anti-money laundering standards, and internal controls Identify and mitigate risks related to sanctions, fraud, errors and payment failures Timely reporting of risk incidents Lead, mentor, and develop the Treasury administrator team by setting clear goals, monitoring performance, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement Generate and analyse management information and be responsible for creating further management information when necessary Promote high levels of customer service both internally and externally The ideal candidate for the role of Treasury Manager will have: Have at least five years' experience within a Treasury role At least 2 years people management or team leadership experience would be preferential A good working knowledge of the major international banking systems and payment platforms Detailed understanding of cash based instruments used in treasury management Highly numerate and analytical - able to swiftly understand, evaluate and comment on various sources of financial data Have a high level of attention to detail, particularly working with figures Strong communication skills, both written and oral Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders Good organisational and problem solving skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines

Our Client's Business Change team are in the process of expanding their roadmap as they continue to grow. To support this they now require an additional experienced Business Analyst to join them. In this role you will play an important part in delivering business improvements and efficiencies for the company. NOTE: if applying from outside the Isle of Man, this is an on-site role, not remote or hybrid, so would require you to relocate. As Business Analyst here you will perform: Business case definition Business requirements elicitation and documentation Data analysis Business analysis support for software development, testing, data migration and upgrades The ideal candidate for the role of Business Analyst will have: A minimum of 3 years' significant experience as a business analyst within the life assurance or insurance sector Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to build and maintain business relationships at all levels within the company Proven experience of delivering business improvements and efficiencies Good facilitation, presentation, and report writing skills Hold or studying towards a related professional qualification, BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis

Our Client, a large Finance Sector firm, are seeking an experienced Treasury Manager to join a friendly, well-established team for a 6-12 month fixed term assignment. Reporting to the Finance Operations Manager, the Treasury Manager will be responsible for: Ensure the accurate and timely processing of all treasury movements between internal accounts and to/from external parties, ensuring errors are kept to a minimum Oversee the management of shareholder and policyholder cash allowing for the appropriate level of security, liquidity and yield. This includes adherence to the Group Treasury Policy Act as the primary escalation point between internal departments, and external banking partners to ensure seamless integration and resolution of any treasury related cash movements Manage relationships with deposit and money market fund providers Continuous evaluation and improvement to treasury systems, workflows, and technologies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and support projects to enhance straight through processing and treasury automation Maintain strict adherence to financial regulations, anti-money laundering standards, and internal controls Identify and mitigate risks related to sanctions, fraud, errors and payment failures Timely reporting of risk incidents Lead, mentor, and develop the Treasury administrator team by setting clear goals, monitoring performance, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement Generate and analyse management information and be responsible for creating further management information when necessary Promote high levels of customer service both internally and externally The ideal candidate for the role of Treasury Manager will have: Have at least five years' experience within a Treasury role At least 2 years people management or team leadership experience would be preferential A good working knowledge of the major international banking systems and payment platforms Detailed understanding of cash based instruments used in treasury management Highly numerate and analytical - able to swiftly understand, evaluate and comment on various sources of financial data Have a high level of attention to detail, particularly working with figures Strong communication skills, both written and oral Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders Good organisational and problem solving skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines

We are currently seeking a Manager (Portfolio Supervision) for our Douglas-based Client, a leader in fiduciary services, fund administration, and management and investment advice compliance. The primary responsibilities of the Manager will be to undertake effective and efficient supervision of regulated and registered entities for which the area is responsible, ensuring they meet the requirements set out in the Financial Services Act 2008 and associated Financial Services Authority Rule Book 2016 and sector specific guidance, the Supervisory Methodology Framework, AML/CFT legislation and guidance, and other relevant legislation Other duties will include: Undertake on-site and desk-based supervision of low impact regulated entities (excluding Banks and Insurers) per the Supervisory Methodology Framework and the aligned thematic supervisory programme of the Portfolio Supervision Division Undertake appropriate preparation in advance of on-site and desk-based thematic inspections and complete work including: the drafting and distribution of thematic questionnaires, preparing scope and planning documents, writing reports, leading the opening and close out meetings with firms, reviewing and monitoring proposed remedial action, and liaising with Enforcement and other Authority divisions where necessary Review technical queries from firms and handle the various regulatory returns, including Annual Regulatory Returns, Statistical Returns and Financial Resource Reports Manage the monitoring, review and analysis of the Division's suite of Business Intelligence Reports (BI reports), to help support the correct supervisory focus for the division, raising observations and highlighting trends in data and thresholds with the other Managers and Senior Manager as required Drive a consistent risk assessment process of all events and interactions with regulated entities and groups Undertake completion of, and contribute to the creation of, the Division's industry outreach programme Support the Senior Manager with the development and ongoing review of the overarching Sectoral Risk Ratings and Assessments (excluding AML/CFT Risk) relevant to the Portfolio regulated entities Conduct business meetings with the Portfolio Division's regulated entities as and when required Develop and maintain effective relationships with relevant industry bodies, government agencies and other Competent Authorities The Ideal candidate for the role of Manager (Portfolio Supervision) will have: Extensive relevant experience in either a financial services, compliance, regulatory, risk or audit role Hold a relevant professional qualification in Compliance and or Governance related subjects A well developed knowledge of Financial Services and associated legislation, regulation and guidance including trends and developments Proven ability to build and maintain working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels including the ability to influence and negotiate Strong analytical skills, ability to quickly and accurately assimilate information, to consider any associated risks and to summarise the information effectively Ability to work under pressure, manage a workload of varied complexity, to manage competing priorities and to deliver against deadlines Demonstrates effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Ability to work on their own initiative as well as part of a team Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Ability to build and maintain working relationships with stakeholders at all levels including the ability to contribute to the subject Ability to assist in preparing and conducting meetings with senior stakeholders both internally and externally Desirable: Have Accountancy experience or qualifications