Vacancies
We are always on the look out for new talent... Could this be YOU?
Are YOU looking for a rewarding career?
We believe that our people are our most valuable commodity, and we strive to attract only the best people who will be the driving force behind our success. In return, we invest in their growth and reward them for their hard work, loyalty, and dedication.
We recognise that building and developing your career is important. We encourage our employees to grasp every opportunity available by adding to their skill sets and by supporting them through relevant qualifications.
The foundations of our business has been built upon our people being passionate about customer service. We've created a sustainable working environment with flexible working hours to support the well-being of our people and our ESG strategy, as we endeavor to continually reduce our carbon footprint.
Our people's success is driven by the Conister Code:
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Customers - the excellence of service
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Ownership - the attitude of excellence
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Integrity - doing the right thing
Come and join our team...
If you are looking for a career change, are driven by success and are a person of value, we would like to hear from you.
Equal Opportunities
Conister Bank Limited recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Group Financial Controller
Join Conister Bank as a Group Financial Controller, where you’ll play a vital role in managing and delivering our statutory, regulatory, and management reporting across the Group. This position is essential to ensuring our financial operations meet regulatory standards and drive effective financial planning and strategy. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in financial services, solid accounting expertise, and experience in team leadership.
Help us support Conister Bank’s mission to provide financial excellence, ensuring compliance and supporting sustainable growth.
For a full job description or to apply, please see below.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
In this role, you will oversee the financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance functions for the Group, helping maintain accurate and timely financial management. Your responsibilities will include:
- Financial Reporting - Manage and deliver the Group’s statutory, regulatory, and management reporting, ensuring all financial statements comply with relevant standards.
- Budgeting & Forecasting - Oversee the preparation of annual budgets, business plans, and forecasts for all Group entities, supporting strategic decision-making.
- Tax and Compliance Management - Evaluate and manage the Group’s tax obligations, ensuring compliance and minimising tax liabilities, including quarterly VAT submissions.
- Audit Coordination - Act as the main liaison for audits across Group entities, ensuring adherence to regulatory and board requirements.
- Financial Process Improvement - Drive improvements within the finance department to promote efficiency and enhanced automation.
- Risk and Compliance - As a member of ALCO, support financial risk management across the Group.
- Team Leadership & Communication - Lead and develop the finance team, fostering clear, collaborative communication.
Principle Accountabilities
You will report to the Group Finance Director and work closely with senior management across Manx Financial Group. This role also requires interaction with regulatory bodies and external auditors.
Knowledge, Experience and Skills
The ideal candidate will have:
- A qualification as a Chartered Accountant, with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience.
- At least 5 years of experience in financial services, including team management.
- Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and proficiency in financial analysis and Excel modelling.
- Proven ability to manage complex reporting requirements, tax compliance, and audit processes.
- Effective communication skills and experience with financial software such as Sun accounts package and Vision reporting tools.
Working Relationships
- Internal Teams - Group Finance Director, senior management, and the finance team.
- External Stakeholders - Financial Services Authority, external auditors, HM Treasury, and tax authorities.
Decision-Making Authority
This role includes delegated authority to approve financial documents and sign off on payroll, in line with Conister Bank’s governance standards.
Join us in delivering financial excellence across Conister Bank, supporting sustainable growth and ensuring robust financial compliance within the Group.
Credit Analyst
We’re recruiting a Credit Analyst to join our Structured Finance Team at Conister Bank.
Join Conister Bank as a Structured Finance Credit Analyst, where you'll play a pivotal role in evaluating credit risks and supporting lending decisions for UK SMEs. Responsibilities include assessing financial data, monitoring loan portfolios, and collaborating with teams to ensure compliance and risk management. Ideal candidates bring strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of UK credit regulations, and experience in financial services. Be part of our mission to foster sustainable growth in the lending industry.
Join us to help drive Conister Bank’s structured finance efforts, supporting UK SMEs and contributing to sustainable growth in the lending industry.
For a full job description or to apply, please see below.
Key tasks and responsibilities
In this role, you will play a critical part in assessing credit risks and evaluating lending opportunities to support Conister Bank's structured finance activities. Your responsibilities will include:
- Credit Evaluation - Review customer credit data and financial statements to assess risk, preparing detailed reports on creditworthiness and financial status.
- Financial Analysis - Produce financial ratios, analyse audited accounts, cash flows, and other financial data, helping the bank make well-informed lending decisions.
- Loan Book Assessment - Monitor loan portfolio trends, providing strategic recommendations to align with the bank's credit risk appetite and goals.
- Covenant Monitoring - Oversee financial and non-financial covenants, reporting any non-compliance to key stakeholders in Structured Finance and Credit & Underwriting.
- Client Onboarding and Drawdowns - Review and approve onboarding and drawdown requests for Structured Finance clients.
- Credit Proposals - Evaluate broker-introduced credit proposals and make recommendations to the Credit Committee as needed, ensuring compliance with internal policies.
- Relationship Building - Maintain strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners, supporting a collaborative approach to credit management.
Principle Accountabilities
You will report to the Head of Structured Finance Credit and work closely with the Structured Finance, Credit, and Underwriting teams. This role also requires occasional interaction with the Credit Committee.
Knowledge, Experience and Skills
The ideal candidate will have:
- Proven experience in a credit analysis role within financial services.
- Strong analytical skills, particularly with financial statements, cash flows, and credit data.
- Understanding of UK regulatory requirements for credit provision, including KYC processes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to influence across departments.
- Proficiency in MS Office, strong numeracy, and attention to detail.
Experience with Block Discounting, receivables purchase/assignment, and structured finance products is beneficial.
Working Relationships
- Head of Structured Finance Credit
- Head of Structured Finance
- Head of Credit and Underwriting
- Structured Finance Team
- Credit Team
- Finance Team
- Compliance Team
Decision Making Authority
This role includes delegated authority to approve credit within personal underwriting limits, adhering to Conister Bank's credit policies and service standards.
