Investec is a distinctive Specialist Bank serving clients principally in the UK and South Africa. Our culture gives us our edge: we work hard to find colleagues who'll think out of the ordinary and we put them in environments where they'll flourish. We combine a flat structure with a focus on internal mobility. If you can bring an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to learn and collaborate to your work, this could be the boost your career deserves.

Are you detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to join Investec on a 6-month contract? Investec Bank Limited is seeking a motivated Payouts Admin Assistant to join our Asset Finance team in our Reading office.

At Investec, we pride ourselves on providing innovative financial solutions tailored to our clients' needs. Our Asset Finance team in Reading plays a pivotal role in supporting businesses through tailored finance solutions that help them acquire and manage assets effectively. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional service and fostering lasting client relationships.

What will I be doing?

• Administration of Payouts Team Inboxes, dealing with queries that arise into the inboxes, working closely with the Payouts Team Leaders
• Administration of Payouts Team Welcome Packs, to check all paperwork and signatures before sending packs out, sign necessary paperwork up sign off limit.
• Assist with daily payment runs
• To help with any ad hoc tasks that arises within the Payout Department

What are we looking for?

• To act with integrity at all times and to embrace the Consumer Duty Principles and the philosophy of treating our customers fairly (compulsory)
• Regulatory Knowledge as applicable to role (compulsory)
• A team player who values collaboration 
• Adaptable
• High levels of integrity 
• Ability to resolve issues
• Delivery of exceptional client service
• Self-motivated
• Ability to prioritise
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong admin skills/attention to detail
• Ability to work in MS office and MS Windows
• Awareness of Investec Protocols and Procedures
• A conscientious person
• Great organisational skills and time keeping

As part of our collaborative & agile culture, our working week is 4 days in the office and one day remote.

Investec offers a range of wellbeing benefits to make our people feel healthier, balanced and more fulfilled in their lives inside and outside of work.

Here is a selection of what we offer;

Wellbeing

Wellbeing Subsidy, Corporate Gym Membership, Virtual GP, Peppy Health App (Fertility, Menopause and Early Parenthood), Optional Private Medical & Dental Insurance

Monetary

Non-contributory Pension & Discretionary Bonus

Life & Income Protection

Life Assurance, Critical Illness & Income Protection

Travel

Season Ticket Loan & Electric Vehicle Scheme 

Embedded in our culture is a sense of belonging and inclusion. This creates an environment in which everyone is free to be themselves which helps to drive innovation, creativity and ultimately business performance. At Investec we want everyone to find it easy to be themselves, and to feel they belong. It's a responsibility we all share and is integral to our purpose and values as an organisation.

Research shows that some candidates can be reluctant to apply to a role unless they meet all the criteria. We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit here and welcome you to do the same – if the role excites you, please don't let our person specification hold you back. Get in touch!

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