Private Banking Middle Office - Associate - Birmingham

We are seeking high‑calibre Associate and Assistant Vice President–level professionals to join a fast‑paced operations environment supporting a leading private banking institution. These roles sit within the broader Operations function, with a primary focus on Asset Servicing. The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on experience from operational or middle‑office teams, in equity or fixed income space, and have the capability to integrate quickly and operate autonomously.

The ideal candidate will have background in corporate action event processing (both mandatory and voluntary), managing end‑to‑end processing, event notifications, bookings, reconciliations, and custodian interactions. Candidates should demonstrate familiarity with event‑specific nuances (e.g., Japanese stock splits), and be comfortable navigating multiple systems while maintaining rigorous attention to detail and control frameworks.

Alongside asset servicing, experience within settlements is highly valued, including SWIFT messaging familiarity, market matching requirements, and understanding of 515/518 processes. Knowledge of SSIs, custody workflows, asset transfers, and how CASS rules 6 & 7 apply in an operational setting is also important.

Success in this role requires excellent interpersonal skills, as you will regularly communicate with internal teams, external custodians, and client‑facing staff. A strong risk mindset, ability to manage exceptions, and confidence in escalating issues appropriately are essential.