Quilter plc is a leading provider of financial advice, investments and wealth management, committed to being the UK’s best wealth manager for clients and their advisers. Quilter oversees £141.2 billion in customer investments (as of 31 December 2025). It has an adviser and customer offering spanning financial advice, investment platforms, multi-asset investment solutions, and discretionary fund management. The business is comprised of two segments: Affluent and High Net Worth.
Affluent encompasses the financial advice network and national, Quilter's investment platform and multi-asset solutions and Quilter Invest, the digital savings and investment app.
High Net Worth includes the discretionary fund management and financial planning business, Quilter Cheviot.
At Quilter we never stand still. Our foundations are rooted in our extraordinary expertise, which is trusted by hundreds of thousands of customers, but we have great ambitions to stay one step ahead and make an even greater difference to the people and communities we serve.
Our business is transforming, continually modernising, and becoming even more customer centric. So, if you want to be bold in the pursuit of your ambitions, bring new ideas, and challenge and evolve what we do, it’s the perfect time to join us!
Level - 4
Department- Risk
Location - London
Contract - Permanent
This is a key role within the Risk function to support the Senior Risk Manager in a small but busy team focussing primarily on the investment / asset management division which is part of a larger Affluent Business Partnering Risk team.
We work collaboratively with key stakeholders across the business. You will work alongside our Risk and Compliance colleagues across the Risk function.
As a key member of the wider Risk and Compliance community you will have opportunities to learn about other areas of the Quilter business.
This is an ideal role for someone who has experience of operational risk management and would like to move into a strategic focussed role providing advice and guidance on key strategic initiatives direct to the business.
Key responsibilities include:
Providing support and challenge with a focus on ensuring risk is an integral part of the business in line with the Quilter Risk Management Framework.
Leading and supporting the Senior Risk Manager with the completion of risk deep dives and/or risk assessments as part of strategic initiatives across the asset management business and escalating where risks may be outside of risk appetite.
Providing advice and guidance to stakeholders and an independent view of the risks being faced, together with suggestions for mitigation.
Representing the Risk function at formal governance and project working groups.
Leading on the identification and evaluation of top risks.
Supporting the quarterly risk appetite process.
Leading the oversight of risk events and RCSA development.
Inputting into investment / asset management division and wider Group risk reporting.
Supporting the development of risk appetite, inputting into ad hoc or annual reviews.
Supporting risk scenario, stress tests and wind-down planning.
Supporting the maintenance of the team’s profile and build relationships with stakeholders across the business.
Knowledge and experience within the asset management industry including exposure to relevant regulatory rules such as COLL, COBS, PRIN and PROD.
Experience in operational risk management within a financial services company preferred.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills (both written and oral).
Ability to work well in a small, collaborative team.
Strong stakeholder management & relationship building skills.
Inclusion & Diversity
We value diversity and strive to promote inclusivity in all aspects of our culture. We believe in equal opportunities for all, ensuring that no applicant encounters less favourable treatment based on anything but their skills, qualifications, experience, and potential. We celebrate the unique contributions of a diverse workforce and create a respectful, nurturing environment where every colleague can thrive.
Values
Do the right thing: We act with integrity and are proudly committed to going above and beyond in service of our clients and the support we provide our communities.
Always curious: We continuously seek new ideas and knowledge so we’re one step ahead of our clients’ needs. We look for inspiration everywhere and encourage experimentation, recognising that this is how we create brilliant solutions for brighter futures.
Embrace challenge: We aim high to transform our potential into meaningful outcomes. With ambition as our driving force and a steadfast commitment to growth, we succeed for the good of every generation.
Stronger together: Combining our diverse talents, we accomplish more collectively than we ever could do alone. We speak openly, actively listen, and support each other, and constructively challenge and embrace new ideas. We seek empowerment and demonstrate ownership and trust, with the confidence to make impactful decisions.
Core Benefits
Holiday: 182 hours (26 days)
Quilter Incentive Scheme: All employees are eligible to participate in incentive scheme, to incentivise business performance and their contribution.
Pension Scheme: A non-contributory company pension scheme that can be boosted through personal contributions.
Private Medical Insurance: Single cover as standard with options to increase cover to include your partner or children.
Life Assurance: 4x your salary.
Income Protection: 75% of salary, less state benefits, payable after 26 weeks of absence.
Healthcare Cash Plan: Jersey employees only
In addition to our core benefits, we offer a range of flexible benefits to UK employees that you can choose from and pay for conveniently via a salary deduction.
