Implementation Manager

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Company Description

For over 180 years, Evelyn Partners has been a leading force in UK wealth management and professional services. Our legacy is built on a commitment to helping individuals and businesses achieve their financial aspirations. We believe that expert financial guidance should be accessible to all, and we're dedicated to making that a reality.

Our success hinges on our people and that's our secret for longevity. We are a team of passionate professionals united by a shared purpose: to deliver good advice and exceptional service. Through strong partnerships and seamless collaboration, we have become a trusted advisor to countless clients.

Job Description

We're seeking an Implementation Manager to join our Financial Services Strategy & Operations team in Bristol. This role can also be based out of the following offices, Bracknell, Birmingham, Liverpool, Glasgow and London

As an Implementation Manager you will work as part of the Financial Services (FS) Change & Implementation team to deliver change and resolve issues across the FS division, in particular:

• Taking a lead role in the delivery of change within the Financial Services Portfolio
• Work in partnership with Business Process Analysts and Trainers to successfully deliver and implement change.
• Work alongside Delivery Leads from other departments to ensure change from those Portfolios are implemented well to the Financial Services community.
• To build a collaborative and supportive relationship with a range of Business Representatives and Sponsors across departments (including Financial Planners, Investment Managers, and Client Administrators).

As the Implementation Manager your responsibilities will include among others

• Responsibility for the delivery of small, medium, and large size change, as prioritised by Financial Services
• Manage key delivery risks and produce timely and appropriate responses to key delivery issues.
• Regularly report on the progress of change
• Ensure those receiving changes are informed and prepared and that items arrive at the most appropriate time possible.
• Perform retrospectives to continually improve and learn from previous deliveries.
• Responsible and guide the integrity of the scope of the change being delivered.
• Assemble and direct resources from across the organisation to achieve delivery.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role

• Decision making & facilitation skills that can be used to assist senior members of staff with making quick and effective decisions.
• Self-starter, uses own initiative and drives the delivery of a solution.
• Experience of managing large scale deliveries in a highly detailed business environment
• Relevant wealth management industry knowledge - desirable but not essential

Key Competencies

• Clear, logical thinker and able to use data to better inform decision making.
• Able to work effectively and collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams with resources across departments.
• Ample focus on 'can do' and able to discuss issues in a positive and constructive manner.
• Approachable & able to work with people at all levels in the organisation.

Additional Information

As a colleague here at Evelyn Partners you will have access to benefits that include

• Competitive salary

• Private medical insurance

• Life assurance

• Pension contribution

• Hybrid working model (role dependent)

• Generous holiday package

• Option to purchase additional holiday

• Shared parental leave

• Fully funded training towards professional qualifications

• Cycle to work scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Eye care support

We believe that diverse perspectives and experiences are the cornerstone of our success. At Evelyn Partners, you'll find an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is evident in our active employee resource groups and ongoing initiatives. We're dedicated to creating a workplace where you can thrive and reach your full potential.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the application process. Please don't hesitate to discuss your needs with your recruiter.