Thistle Initiatives is a multi-award-winning consultancy which offers a range of services and products to financial services firms, helping our clients through the twists and turns of the ever-changing regulatory landscape.
Thistle has an extensive client base covering investments, banking, payment services, insurance and credit which provides a fast paced and rewarding working environment for the right individual to grow and develop. This opportunity requires an experienced individual to provide expertise and support to our investment firm clients in identifying, assessing, and effectively managing their Prudential risks and regulatory reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Keeping up to date with prudential regulatory requirements applicable to the Thistle Initiatives Group investment firm client base and ensure timely implementation of changes including updates to policies and procedures
- Assisting clients with RegData reporting obligations on a timely basis
- Reviewing client data and identify potential issues
- Assisting clients with ICARA preparation including detailed application of risk management and stress testing
- Providing high quality advice on prudential reporting matters
- Assisting with financial projection reviews for FCA authorisations, variations of permission and change in control applications
- Conducting analysis in respect of Group Consolidation under MIFIDPRU for clients including structuring and issue identification
- Conducting analysis in respect of Prudential Due Diligence for clients engaged in acquisitions of Financial Services companies
This role is not limited to the above duties. Due to the nature of the role you will need to be adaptable and open to change in this position.
Experience/Qualifications
- Knowledge of prudential reporting in MiFID/non-MiFID firms
- Knowledge of the FCA Handbook, particularly MIFIDPRU and IPRU-INV
- Previous experience preparing ICAAPs/ICARAs
- Excellent attention to detail
- Accounting knowledge
We offer
- Competitive salary and the ability to grow your career within the Thistle Initiatives Group
- 25 - 30 days holiday entitlement depending on length of service
- Company pension scheme
- Private Medical Insurance
- Gym membership contribution
- Fantastic City of London location and working environment
- Working with dynamic teams with regular social events
If you are looking to springboard your career to the next level and would like to be part of a supportive and dynamic culture, then please apply immediately.