To further our continued expansion, we are looking for an Engineering Manager to align with our direct-to-consumer business unit.
You will be working with our talented team of engineers on our award-winning applications.
This is a managerial role where you will be helping further develop an inspiring, dynamic workplace where teams are empowered to drive great customer experiences and business results.
At AJ Bell we are building the future of personal wealth management platforms through our technology.
We have a strong culture of curiosity and collaboration and expect our technology teams to drive the business forward.
What you'll do Leading multiple squads of engineers building delightful experiences for our AJ Bell.Working across the technology organization to integrate with services and APIs that power our industry-leading solutions.Encourage continual improvement, engagement, and a growth mindset across the team.Promote an environment where there is a strong ethos of teamwork and accountability.Create an inclusive culture, recognizing all contributions and tackling issues directly in a positive manner.Take responsibility for driving and implementing change within the organization.Translate business strategy into clear priorities and objectives with the teams.Collaborate with our Product leaders on roadmaps, features, and enhancements for the future strategy.Lead on performance, setting and driving high standards.Ensure the team is aligned and delivering against business priorities from an evolving project backlog.Understand the strategic direction outside of the aligned business unit to create value for the whole business.Set, manage, and work with team members on agreed objectives.What you'll have Experience managing multiple teams in a fast-paced, dynamic technology environment.Strong background in engineering with previous development experience.Strong focus and track record of delivering product-led initiatives.Hands-on development experience in an enterprise setting.Working knowledge and experience of Agile principles.Ability to motivate, encourage, and push improvement initiatives.Comfortable having direct conversations, holding your team, peers, and leaders accountable.Pragmatism, you can prioritize, simplify, and drive a path towards results.Background in Financial Services, specifically Wealth Management.Business relationships within the Wealth Management sector.Understanding of financial markets and financial data.How we work With pride – placing value on our people and our customers.With transparency – encouraging open dialog.With agility – ship frequently, delivering incremental value.With others – collaboration is key across the organization.With open minds – everyone in the team has a voice.About us: AJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that cater to everyone, from professional financial advisers to DIY investors with little to no experience.
We have over 503,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totaling more than £80.3 billion.
Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures.
Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company.
Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1400 employees and have been named one of the UK's 'Best 100 Companies to Work For' for six consecutive years.
Our perks and benefits: Starting salary of £90,000 - £110,000 DOE.Starting holiday entitlement of 27 days, increasing up to 31 days with length of service.Holiday buy and sell scheme.A choice of pension schemes with matched contributions up to 8%.Discretionary bonus scheme.Annual free share awards scheme.Buy As You Earn (BAYE) Scheme.Health Cash Plan – provided by Medicash.Discounted private healthcare scheme and dental plan.Free gym membership.Employee Assistance Programme.Sick pay+ pledge.Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave.Loans for travel season tickets.Dedicated time for proof-of-concepts and assessing new tech.Support to attend conferences, events, and meet-ups.Charitable giving opportunities through salary sacrifice.Calendar of social events, including monthly payday drinks, annual Christmas party, summer party and much more.Personal development programs built around you and your career goals, including access to personal skills workshops.Ongoing technical training.Peer recognition scheme, with rewards including restaurant and shopping vouchers or time off.Monthly leadership breakfasts and lunches.Casual dress code.Access to a range of benefits from our sponsorship deals.At AJ Bell, our people are the heart of our culture.
We believe in building strong connections by working together.
That's why we offer a hybrid working model, where you'll spend a minimum of 50% of your working time per month in the office.
For new team members, an initial period will be full-time in the office to help you immerse yourself in our business and build valuable relationships with your colleagues.
AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010.
All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need.
If you like the sound of the above, or just want to know more about the company and the role, we'd love to speak to you.
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