Associate Director

Futures Recruitment Services are recruiting for their clients who are an independent global brand in the financial services sector. We are recruiting for an Associate Director of Corporate Services. This role will have a great depth of involvement supporting the group with changes and growth plans this year. Within the role, you will lead and develop a team providing corporate administration, secretarial, bookkeeping and accounting services to diverse corporate and institutionally owned multi-jurisdictional structures, consisting of companies, limited partnerships and other vehicles. The candidate will act as a director or alternate director for client companies administered by Corporate Services in accordance with the relevant legislation and regulations. As a senior member of the Corporate Services team, the Associate Director will support the Group Head of Corporate Services to deliver the jurisdictional business plan and meet financial targets. Key responsibilities for the Associate Director of Corporate Services: Client Management: Manage a portfolio of corporate clients ensuring a high level of client satisfaction. Manage the performance of the corporate service team to deliver agreed business plan and targets. Support the business development programme by proactively developing client relationships, contributing to cross-selling opportunities and participating in new client proposals and pitches. Financials and strategic KPIs: Oversee the financial performance of client portfolio and drive profitability. Maintain and build client relationships and ensure the delivery of client service meets agreed service levels. Develop and enhance relationships with client advisors, intermediaries and other introducers of work. Act as a director or alternate director of client companies administered by Corporate Services. Manage the performance of a team ensuring reporting deadlines are met, with oversight on planning, scheduling, and monitoring of workloads. Demonstrate effective communication within the team, providing regular reporting and feedback, so that all targets are met. Act as a matter expert providing technical guidance when required. Act as the highest authority on day-to-day queries and as a 4-eyes signatory on service delivery Ensure company compliance, risk management and procedural policies are adhered to at all times. Work in conjunction with the central business development team and Group Head of Corporate Services, to deliver the business development strategy that fits in with the strategic aims of the Group and grows the business in the UK through locally developed leads as well as cross-selling to existing Group clients. Lead and/or participate in new client proposals and pitches as necessary and manage the integration of new clients. Skills and Expertise required for the Associate Director of Corporate Services: The candidate will be ACA, ACCA or ICSA qualified. Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a similar role. A strong relevant professional network. Computer literacy and word processing skills are essential, including advanced proficiency in accounting tools, such as Microsoft Excel. Excellent interpersonal skills are required to develop close working relationships with colleagues, clients and business contacts. Team leadership skills. Effective communicator. Solution-orientated critical thinking. High level of integrity and dependability. High level of written and oral communication skills. Ability to inspire and develop others. The company offers a very competitive salary as well as a benefits package second to none. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a global brand with the ability to progress and grow with experience. If you have the desired attributes - Apply today.