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Financial Consultant (self employed)
We welcome the opportunity to meet with talented, friendly, aspiring chartered advisers who are keen to join our team. We are interested in talking with individuals who are professional and extremely ethical, who want to focus on advice and not administration.
The Company's areas of expertise are investment and tax planning for the retired and those approaching retirement, although we cater for a whole spectrum of clients and their relevant needs.
We believe our support systems are second to none offering successful self employed advisers the very best back-up facilities to help them build long-term, mutually beneficial, client relationships.
For an initial discussion please contact Ian Lowes on 0191 281 8811 or write to Ian at the address below.
Lowes Financial Management
Holmwood House
Clayton Road
Jesmond
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE2 1TL
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Web Developer
This is a crucial role within the company, you will be part of a team responsible for providing web design and implementation through the entire development life cycle.
We are looking for an individual who is innovative and keen to increase their knowledge-base. You will have the opportunity to develop your career through Lowes Financial Management by building on the websites and software that we currently operate; we want someone who is willing to learn and will relish the opportunity and challenge of using their knowledge and initiative within a dynamic and thriving organisation.
No specific work experience is necessary, but you will require a good level of programming knowledge:
Programming Skills Required:
- C# 3.0
- ASP.NET, XHTML, CSS, Javascript, jQuery, XML
- T-SQL
- SQL Server
- Experience of web design or creative visualisation would be preferable.
- Working knowledge of WPF (XAML) is desirable, but not essential.
Application Details: Please send your CV and covering letter, which should clearly state your salary expectations, to Rob King, Lowes Financial Management, Holmwood House, Clayton Road, Jesmond, NE2 1TL, or Email recruitment@lowes.co.uk
Any individual wishing to apply for more than one position within the company is welcome to do so, but please state your preferred role.
Please note, if you do not receive a response within 21 days, assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
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IT Network and Hardware Systems Assistant
Contract Details: 35 hours per week, permanent contract (on successful completion of 6 month probation period), Immediate Start.
As part of a busy and thriving IT department, you will be responsible for the management and upkeep of the company's network and hardware, as well as providing front line user support for both hardware and software.
The successful candidate for this crucial role requires the ability to work as part of a team, as well as using their initiative to intercept, identify and correct any problems within the network hardware and software of the company.
You will be required to obtain an intimate knowledge of the bespoke software used within the company, and become aware of the hardware maintenance processes that allows Lowes to function smoothly.
Ideally, you will be familiar with a variety of software packages, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop, and have experience in software development using Visual Basic or C#.
Application Details: Please send your CV and covering letter, which should clearly state your salary expectations, to Douglas Millward at Lowes Financial Management, Holmwood House, Clayton Road, Jesmond, NE2 1TL, or e-mail recruitment@lowes.co.uk
Any individual wishing to apply for more than one position within the company is welcome to do so, but please state your preferred role.
Please note, if you do not receive a response within 21 days, assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
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IFA Administrator
We are looking to recruit a candidate with experience of working as an Administrator for an Independent Financial Adviser.
Your role at Lowes would entail the day-to-day processing of clients' investment business, using Adviser Office/First Software and bespoke computer programs. You will also be responsible for compliance checking, monitoring and processing procedures.
You will be experienced in working with an Independent Financial Adviser and would like to concentrate fully on the Administration aspect of the business. You will be exceptionally well organised, conscientious and have strong communication skills. You will need to be comfortable working both individually and within a varied team environment and happy to accept responsibility and use your initiative.
Application Details: Please send your CV and covering letter, which should clearly state your salary expectations, to Lisa Porrelli at Lowes Financial Management, Holmwood House, Clayton Road, Jesmond, NE2 1TL, or e-mail recruitment@lowes.co.uk.
Any individual wishing to apply for more than one position within the company is welcome to do so, but please state your preferred role.
Please note, if you do not receive a response within 21 days, assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
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Administrative Assistant
We are looking to recruit a candidate with experience of working as an Administrator.
This varied role in a busy administrative office will entail the day-to-day processing of clients' investment business, particularly utilising compliance systems and processes and working to strict deadlines to ensure that the business runs smoothly.
The successful candidate will be exceptionally well organised, conscientious and have strong communication skills. They will need to be comfortable working both individually and within a team environment and happy to accept responsibility and use their initiative.
Computer literacy is essential as they will be required to work with several different bespoke software packages.
Application Details: Please send your CV and covering letter, which should clearly state your salary expectations, to Lisa Porrelli at Lowes Financial Management, Holmwood House, Clayton Road, Jesmond, NE2 1TL, or e-mail recruitment@lowes.co.uk
Any individual wishing to apply for more than one position within the company is welcome to do so, but please state your preferred role.
Please note, if you do not receive a response within 21 days, assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
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Data Processor and Website Business Developer
This role involves data input with regard to one of the company's comparison and review websites, and the maintenance of the website.
The successful candidate will need to be able to work diligently and accurately both individually and as part of a team, and will have the ability to operate under a variety of different circumstances. Duties will include the processing and dissemination of investment product information, the streamlining and management of a weekly email update system, and assisting with the general co-ordination of the website.
You will be keen to increase your knowledge and skill-base, and enjoy being stretched and challenged. Although no specific work experience is necessary, an active interest in investments would be beneficial.
Application Details: Please send your CV and covering letter, which should clearly state your salary expectations, to Thomas Hughes at Lowes Financial Management, Holmwood House, Clayton Road, Jesmond, NE2 1TL, or e-mail recruitment@lowes.co.uk, including the role that you are applying for in the subject line.
Any individual wishing to apply for more than one position is welcome to do so, but please state your preferred role.
Please note, if you do not receive a response within 21 days, assume that your application has been unsuccessful
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Accounts Assistant
A good, varied role within the accounts department
The Role
Reporting to the Accounts Manager you will be responsible for a varied range of duties, including purchase ledger, sales ledger, nominal ledger postings, petty cash, assisting with the month end . A large part of your time will be spent inputing commission receipts onto Advisor office/1st Software database and dealing with any relevant queries.
The Person
Ideally you will have a strong background in accounts with a working knowledge of Pegasus Opera , 1st Software / Advisor Office and be part qualified or studying towards the AAT qualification.
You will be a strong communicator with good attention to detail skills, will be a team player and have the ability to work on your own initiative. You will also be IT literate, especially in Word and Excel.
A minimum of 3 years experience in a busy accounts department is preferred.
Application Details: Please send your CV and covering letter, which should clearly state your salary expectations, to Kate Miller, Lowes Financial Management, Holmwood House, Clayton Road, Jesmond, NE2 1TL, or Email recruitment@lowes.co.uk
Any individual wishing to apply for more than one position within the company is welcome to do so, but please state your preferred role.
Please note, if you do not receive a response within 21 days, assume that your application has been unsuccessful.