SIPP Operations Manager

Job description

Do you have proven experience leading or supervising teams in financial services operations within pensions? Do you have excellent leadership and people management skills?

Our client, an award winning financial services firm, is seeking an Operations Manager to lead and manage the Transfers & Payments team (including SIPP & ISA Administration, New Monies, and AML & Onboarding processes).

Your Responsibilities:

• Take strategic ownership of processes across transfers, new monies, and related onboarding activities
• Maintain deep understanding of regulatory, risk, and control requirements
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of Operations Executives, technical specialists and a small AML team (typically 8-13 direct/indirect reports)
• Oversee the accurate and timely allocation, reconciliation, and application of all new monies, transfers (on and off platform), and payments in line with internal controls, SLAs, and regulatory standards
• Ensure seamless and efficient client onboarding and fund application processes

Your Experience:

• Proven experience leading or supervising teams in financial services operations within pensions (SIPP)
• Excellent leadership and people management skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams
• Advanced Excel and data analytical skills for managing, tracking, and reporting on operational metrics
• Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.  Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills (internal/external)
• Self-motivated, proactive, and committed to operational excellence and client focus

If this sounds like you, please apply today!

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Greater Bristol Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-03-2026

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English