Our client is seeking an experienced Director for its Pensions and Employer Solutions team in Guernsey. This senior leadership role is responsible for overseeing management, governance, and effective operations across the business, ensuring alignment with group strategy, and compliance with relevant legislation. As part of the senior management team, the Director will champion best practices in risk management, corporate governance, process improvement, and business development. This full-time position also includes acting as an ambassador to clients, intermediaries, and stakeholders in the marketplace. Click here to read more
Job Duties:
- Inspire and lead the team by promoting collaboration, morale, and development across the business
- Develop and implement business plans aligned with overall strategy, meeting group objectives
- Actively support and promote a culture of professionalism, teamwork, and leadership
- Lead performance development and appraisals, addressing performance gaps and fostering growth
- Act as a mentor for team members, encouraging high achievement and supporting progression
- Provide clear direction and set challenging yet achievable goals for all reporting employees
- Uphold a strong professional presence, championing company values and building a respected market profile
- Identify and communicate opportunities for operational improvements and quality of work-life
- Stay informed of changes in relevant legislation and professional standards, ensuring compliance
- Oversee risk management processes and policies, proactively identifying and addressing risks
- Participate in recruitment, assessment, and oversight of senior management roles
- Ensure quality and integrity in financial reporting, disclosure, and internal controls
- Lead client relationship management, ensuring compliance with relevant laws, guidelines, and codes
- Drive the development and introduction of suitable products across jurisdictions
- Implement and monitor the business development strategy and client relationship management processes
- Attend key client and intermediary meetings, strengthening market presence and awareness
- Understand regulatory dynamics, identifying and exploring new service opportunities
- Support the pricing strategy, ensuring alignment with revenue targets
Job Requirements:
- Minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience, ideally in pension plan management within a regulated environment
- Eligibility to register as a Principal Person with the Guernsey Financial Services Commission
- Relevant professional qualifications and senior fiduciary experience, including previous board involvement
- Proven leadership and interpersonal skills, with a record of managing high-performance teams
- Strong communication skills, with an ability to share knowledge effectively
- Extensive technical knowledge of pension-related products and services, and understanding of regulatory frameworks
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to improve team efficiency
- Broad knowledge of financial markets, and excellent time management and organisational skills
What You’ll Love:
Our client is a leading provider of bespoke professional services to private individuals, families, and international clients. Committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment, they offer significant opportunities for professional growth. Team members enjoy a fast-paced and collaborative culture, with a focus on innovation, continuous learning, and mutual success.
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