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Job Description

We are expanding our Bristol team and have a rare opportunity to hire two additional Private Bankers, or aspiring professionals ready to step into the role, within our prestigious city-centre office.
 

In this role, the successful candidate will use their knowledge, experience and networks to help build and support a Private Banking service tailored to the unique needs of High Net Worth (HNW) clients.

You will develop and strengthen relationships with a diverse portfolio of HNW clients, creating long-term, strategic partnerships founded on a collaborative and client-centric approach. Acting as an ambassador for the Bank, you will represent us both externally and internally, demonstrating professionalism, insight and a commitment to exceptional service.

Where applicable, to place the interests of customers at the centre of all activities, act in a way that is consistent with achieving good outcomes for consumers; and to comply with the FCA and PRA's Conduct Rules.
 

Key Responsibilities:

Client Management

  • Managing performance to meet demanding business targets and ensure unwavering commitment to service excellence
  • Developing a relationship as your Clients’ strategic partner in the bank and acting as a gateway to our products and services
  • Managing a criteria client portfolio (including the management of a loan book) with particular focus on its impact on the P&L and the Balance Sheet
  • Develop and present business cases that match appropriate financial products to our Client’s needs
  • Take primary responsibility for management of clients within your portfolio
Client Acquisition
 
  • Managing your network of personal and business relationships to acquire, develop and service Clients
Risk:
 
  • Take overall responsibility for your risk and regulatory performance
  • Responsible for managing risks inherent to the role by diligently observing internal policies and procedures

Key Interfaces:

  • Clients (& Client representatives)
  • Private Banking team (including fellow bankers / Private Banking Executives / Credit Analysts)
  • Director Private Banking
  • Credit Risk / Onboarding / Operations teams / Arbuthnot Latham Investment Management

Person Specification

Knowledge / Experience/Skills:

  • You will have broad experience across the financial services industry and good knowledge of the Private Banking market
  • Private Banking experience (dealing with HNW individuals)
  • Ability to identify and close cross sale opportunities within your portfolio
  • Proven track record of delivery
  • Exceptional Relationship Skills
  • Effective management of risk controls and adherence to regulatory requirements
Skills
 
  • Excellent Interpersonal skills (Networking, Negotiation, Presentation, Influencing)
  • Excellent Business Development skills
  • Excellent Business Case writing skills

Qualifications:

  • Relevant Banking, Financial Planning and/ or Investment Management Qualifications
  • Level 4 qualified including CeMAP expectation.
  • Competence with Microsoft Office

Competencies:

  • Planning and Reviewing
  • Performance Focus
  • Team Working
  • Client Focus
  • Influencing Others
  • Communicating with confidence