Investment Analyst
Job Summary
Job Title: Investment Analyst
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Alderley Edge or Edinburgh
Working style: Hybrid 50% home/office based
Closing date: 6th March 2026
Are you ready to make a real impact in a dynamic and forward-thinking investment environment Were seeking an enthusiastic Investment Analyst to join our Investment Accounting team where your expertise will help shape the future of financial control and process innovation across the Group and its subsidiaries. As part of this vital team youll be at the heart of managing our financial close orchestrating seamless ledger production and overseeing the accuracy of cost project investment and tax accounting.
The role will involve collaborating closely with our outsourced investment accounting partners ensuring robust controls and offering assurance on asset valuations. Youll play a key part in refining our box management processes by generating fresh ideas and driving continual improvement. You will have the opportunity to contribute to high-profile forums analyse unit pricing errors and lead the charge in delivering data integrity and governance.
If youre looking to work on challenging projects add real value and grow professionally within a supportive and hybrid working environment this is the ideal position to take your career to new heights. Join us and be part of a team that values innovation expertise and proactive thinking!
About the role
- Support operational box management processes across daily weekly and monthly cycles.
- Contribute to materials for the Box Management Forum and provide clear insights to stakeholders.
- Support analysis of unit pricing errors and delivery of unit pricing controls and oversight.
- Act as a subject matter expert on box management providing daytoday support to the team.
- Document and maintain robust processes and controls identifying opportunities for continual improvement.
About you
- Partqualified or newly qualified IAQ/CISI professional or equivalent experience.
- Experience in a relevant finance accounting or investment operations role.
- Strong Excel skills including confident use of formulas and pivot tables.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with a desire to understand root causes.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Flexible proactive and comfortable working in changedriven environments.
- Basic understanding of Solvency II requirements where they impact Asset valuation.
- Full knowledge and understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements etc.
About Royal London
Were the UKs largest mutual life pensions and investment company offering protection long-term savings and asset management products and services.
Weve always been proud to reward employees by offering great workplace benefits such as 28 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays an up to 14% employer matching pension scheme and private medical insurance. You can see all our benefits here - Our Benefits
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About Company
From Pensions to Retirement, Savings, Investments and Life Insurance, Royal London has been helping people plan for life’s financial milestones since 1861.