Job Description

About Us

We are a long?established private client stockbroking firm, founded in 1938, and one of the few fully independent corporate members of the London Stock Exchange. Based in central Bournemouth, our success is built on putting clients first and helping them achieve their financial goals and objectives.

We act for private individuals and families at all stages of life, from those just beginning their investment journey to established business owners and retirees. We also advise charities, trusts and pension funds, and work closely with professional advisers including solicitors and accountants.

Our mission is to build trust, provide clear and comprehensible advice, remain accessible to our clients, and develop relationships that last across generations.

Client Account Administrator

We are seeking an enthusiastic and friendly Client Account Administrator with a strong 'can?do' attitude to join our close?knit team. This office?based role would suit someone comfortable in a professional office environment who enjoys working accurately with figures and systems.

You will be organised, conscientious and diligent, with excellent attention to detail. Discretion is essential, as you will be handling confidential financial information.

Key Responsibilities

Working as part of the accounts and administration team, your role will involve the administration and management of client money in line with FCA CASS rules and regulatory reporting requirements. Full training will be provided on our bespoke systems and cash management processes.

Your responsibilities will include:

Managing the settlement of trades between the market and client accounts Creating fees and applying future settlements Ensuring the accuracy of client bank account details held on our systems Setting up payments through online banking platforms Processing dividend claims to and from the market Maintaining the General Cashbook ledger in Xero Collating month?end reports to support the preparation of management accounts Reviewing client paperwork and verifying bank payment details Undertaking other duties as required by the Partners
Team members share certain core daily tasks, while also taking first?line responsibility for specific areas.

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will:

Have experience in financial services administration (banking or accounts experience is desirable but not essential) Be used to working to daily deadlines and managing their own workflow Be able to work independently and collaboratively within a small team Demonstrate proficient IT skills, with a strong working knowledge of Excel Be comfortable working with figures and completing forms accurately Have an enquiring mind to tackle problem solving
We welcome applications from reliable and dedicated individuals, including those returning to the workforce following a career break.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary Pension contribution Annual discretionary bonus 24 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing by one day per full year of service up to a maximum of 30 days Death in service Private Medical Insurance

Working Arrangements

This is a full?time, office?based position working 37.5 hours per week, with one hour for lunch. Any offer of employment will be subject to an agreed probationary period.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

Pay: 24,500.00-26,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Employee discount Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay Transport links
Experience:

Administrative: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 16/02/2026