Partner Transition Consultant

Are you ready tochart your own career path With our refreshed strategy were building on our rich heritage and transforming our business to be more scalable and efficient unlocking the capabilities needed for future success. This includes significantly investing in technology streamlining the way we work and creating an environment where colleagues feel engaged empowered and accountable; where they can show up speak up and perform - because we believe in the difference our work makes.

At a glance:

Location: Cirencester Bristol Solihull or Newcastle

Workplace Type:Hybrid 2 Days in Office 3 days remote

Employment Type: 6 month Fixed-Term Contract

Seniority:Mid-Senior Level

At St. Jamess Place our purpose is to help people make the most of life by delivering trusted financial advice and excellent client outcomes. Were looking for a Partner Transition Consultant to join our Partnership Support team on 6 month fixed-term basis playing a key role in supporting Partners clients and the wider business through periods of change.

This is a varied and rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex problems building strong relationships and making a genuine impact. As a subject matter expert within Partner Transitions youll manage a wide range of sensitive and often complex cases helping to ensure clients continue to receive the support they need while balancing regulatory operational and commercial considerations.

Working closely with the Partner Transitions Lead and colleagues across the business youll have the opportunity to influence decisions provide expert guidance and contribute to the ongoing development of transition processes that support both clients and advisers. If youre looking for a role where no two days are the same and where your expertise can directly contribute to positive client outcomes wed love to hear from you.

• Support the delivery of Partner transition activity including Partner exits suspensions and client reallocations.
• Coordinate complex and sensitive cases from initial assessment through to completion ensuring activity is managed effectively and in line with governance requirements.
• Analyse client and adviser data to identify risks evaluate options and support informed decision-making.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders across the business to agree practical solutions and drive positive client outcomes.
• Identify and coordinate suitable receiving advisers ensuring recommendations and associated activity are completed efficiently.
• Provide guidance and support on vulnerable client considerations transition activity and post-exit matters.
• Support the resolution of escalated stakeholder and client queries complaints and sensitive cases where required.
• Contribute to continuous improvements in processes controls reporting and the overall client experience.
• Ensure Consumer Duty principles remain central to recommendations actions and decisions.
• Build effective relationships across the business using your expertise and judgement to influence outcomes and support successful transitions.

Youre naturally analytical and able to use data insight and sound judgement to make balanced recommendations even when navigating ambiguity or competing priorities. You build credibility quickly and are confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels. Whether youre presenting recommendations challenging constructively or working through sensitive situations youre able to communicate with clarity professionalism and empathy. Most importantly youll share our commitment to delivering positive client outcomes and will bring a collaborative approach to everything you do working closely with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve the best possible results.

Youll have experience working within a regulated financial services environment and a strong understanding of the importance of delivering good client outcomes. Youll possess excellent analytical skills and be comfortable working with large volumes of data to support informed decision-making. Strong Excel capabilities excellent organisational skills and the ability to run multiple priorities simultaneously are all key requirements for success in this role.

Were looking for someone with proven experience managing collaborators who can influence challenge and negotiate effectively while maintaining positive working relationships. Youll be highly meticulous able to exercise sound judgement in complex situations and confident working independently with minimal supervision. Excellent communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism are essential.

Experience of adviser Partner or client transition activity would be advantageous particularly within a wealth management or financial advice environment. Knowledge of client reallocation processes vulnerable client considerations and complaint handling would also be beneficial.

Youll stand out if you have experience working with Salesforce a strong understanding of adviser business models or previous involvement in driving process improvements and operational change within a regulated environment

Whats in it for you

Whatever stage of life youre in our benefits are designed to provide the support flexibility and peace of mind you need to thrive both at work and beyond.

In addition to our discretionary annual bonus scheme which reflects both individual and company performance youll benefit from a market-leading benefits package tailored to support your wellbeing financial security and family life.

Our benefits include:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days.

• Private Medical Insurance company-funded cover for you and your immediate family
• Generous Pension Scheme a non-contributory employer contribution of 10% increasing with length of service up to 15% plus the opportunity to increase this through salary sacrifice
• Enhanced Parental Leave up to 26 weeks full pay to support growing families.
• Protection Benefits company-funded critical illness cover income protection and life assurance
• EV salary sacrifice scheme through Tusker

Reasonable Adjustments
Were an equalopportunities employer and want to ensure our recruitment process is accessibleand inclusive for all if you require reasonable adjustment(s) at any stageplease let us know by emailing us at
Research tells usthat applicants (especially those from underrepresented groups) can be put offfrom applying for a role if they do not meet all the criteria or have been onan extended career-break. If you think you would be a good match for this role andcan demonstrate some transferable experience please apply regardless ofwhether you tick every box.

Whats next

If youre excitedabout this role and believe you have the skills and experience were lookingfor wed love to hear from you! Please submit an application by clickingapply below and our team will be in touch.
As a businessregulated by the FCA we would advise you to familiarise yourself with theconduct regulations and in particular consumer duty obligations prior to aninterview with SJP.

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