Group Head of Distribution Management

At Rathbones we help people invest their money well so they can live well. That means more than financial returns its about helping people feel confident in their decisions and supported in their future. We dont just manage money we guide people through lifes big moments helping them stay on track and focus on what matters most.

Were proud to be one of the UKs leading wealth managers with over 109bn* in assets under management and 20 offices across the UK and Channel Islands. Were a FTSE 250 company with national reach and a local feel and were growing.
*As of June 2025

Role Title: Group Head of Distribution Management

Division: Distribution

Location: London

Contract: 9 month secondment / fixed term contract

Working pattern: Hybrid

About the Role

Overall responsibility for supporting the Chief Group Distribution Officer (GDO) in the daily operational running of the business. The duties of this role will include being a key delegate for the GDO in operational matters representing the views and priorities and helping to deliver on the key strategic priorities.

What youll be responsible for

Drive Business Delivery: Oversee day-to-day operations ensuring priorities are met and issues are resolved promptly. Engage across the group to manage risks and escalate where necessary to maintain seamless business performance.

Lead Salesforce Strategy: Own and execute the Salesforce roadmap for Group Distribution in partnership with the COO and CCO. Ensure the platform delivers measurable value for sales teams and management by optimising data architecture reporting capabilities and sales enablement tools.

Strengthen Governance Risk & Compliance: Provide robust support to the GDO on governance frameworks risk management and compliance activities including business-as-usual (BAU) reporting and issue resolution.

Adapt and Support Strategic Projects: Demonstrate agility by pivoting across the business to assist the GDO on critical projects and emerging priorities ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organisational goals.

Foster Collaboration and Team Engagement: Build strong relationships and networks across the organisation. Actively support operational initiatives and contribute to a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Lead Data Transformation: Own and drive the ongoing data transformation programme working closely with Distribution stakeholders COO Finance and RAM to deliver accurate actionable insights that enhance decision-making.

About you

If you meet some of these criteria and are excited about the role we encourage you to apply

• Operated at a senior level within an asset or wealth management business and has a strong understanding of wealth management
• Strong and effective communicator and key influencer ability to build strong relationships
• Can navigate complex problems effectively and understands risk and commercial implications
• Can grasp subject matter and details quickly and effectively to identify the problem and navigate solutions
• Highly adaptable proactive and able to take accountability. Can pivot and prioritise when required
• Demonstrable leadership skills empathy and a business first mindset
• Change execution and project management skills required waterfall or agile experience
• Experience leading a team and interacting with senior stakeholders on cross-functional projects
• Degree level or equivalent .
• IMC/CFA and or other industry qualifications

Our offer to you

We want everyone at Rathbones to fulfil their potential in an environment where you are proud to work and feel like you belong.

We offer a comprehensive remuneration package which we review regularly and benefits include:

• A company pension - 9% non-contributory or 10% if you contribute 5%
• Private medical insurance Individual on joining family after 1 years service
• Life assurance - 8 x salary
• Income protection 75 % salary
• Company share scheme
• Discretionary bonus
• Flexible holidays purchase up to 5 additional days
• Green Car Scheme
• Family friendly policies enhanced family leave for parents & carers
• Study support study days and funding for courses and qualifications
• Season travel ticket loans
• Volunteering days
• Gym discounts
• Other voluntary benefits you can choose to suit you

Our employees can choose to take part in various social groups and communities to support their wellbeing growth development and sense of include:

• Sports & Social Committees such as cricket football netball running yoga quiz nights charity bake sales and much more.
• Inclusion Networks that help us drive change within the organisation such as Gender Balance Multicultural Abilities Count Pride Social Mobility Generations Menopause and Armed Forces.
• The NextGen IM Network which brings together a community of trainees from across the UK who are all at the early stages of their careers and offers development opportunities exposure across the business as well as peer support and connection.

Life at Rathbones

We aim to become an employer of choice for the wealth management sector to achieve this we are working hard to build a diverse equal and inclusive workplace that motivates develops and embraces the strengths of all our colleagues. Being part of Rathbones means you will join a team of passionate professionals in a successful culture that cares for its people. At Rathbones we provide meaningful work opportunities and a voice to all.

We are committed to building a team that is made up of diverse skills experiences and abilities and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We welcome individuals who share our values.

Were a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer under the UK Government scheme. This means weve signed up to a set of commitments around how we recruit retain and develop people with disabilities. Find out more about the Government Scheme online.

If you feel there are any reasonable adjustments that would make the process easier for you and help you to perform at your best whether that is due to disability neurodiversity or other protected characteristic just let us know by emailing us at

Mission

We believe in playing the long game. That means building consistent results earning trust and doing the right thing for our clients our colleagues and the communities were part of.

Our values shape how we work:
- We aim high
- We get it done
- We show we care
- We do the right thing

These arent just words on a wall. They guide how we treat each other how we make decisions and how we build relationships that last.

We will close this advert once we have received enough applications for the next stage. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure you dont miss out.