Performs administrative support and coordinates activities for the team to ensure that client needs are consistent with trust laws and regulations. Applies experience and complete working knowledge of the job and policies/practices to perform a combination of routine tasks and varied administrative/operational assignments.

What is the opportunity?

We are looking to recruit an Associate to join the RBC Brewin Dolphin Edinburgh Charity Team. This well established and successful charity team manages significant investments for a wide range of Charity and Institutional clients throughout Scotland. They are also part of the RBC Brewin Dolphin national charities team, one of the UK’s leading charity investment managers, working together with a common goal to service the needs of existing and prospective charity clients.

As an Associate, you will be responsible for providing support and assistance, working under the guidance of senior colleagues in the Charities team and wider business. You will act as a support to the Wealth Managers, drive digital adoption and actively develop knowledge of wealth management and the client advice processes within the Charities sector.

What will you do?

• Provide quality assistance and support under supervision of senior wealth colleagues to meet clients’ requirements.

• Support wealth colleagues with all aspects of client support and assist in preparation of reviews and client documentation.

• Develop knowledge on breadth of investment, lending and cash.

• Support business development, through building personal and professional network, attending charity and industry events, and developing knowledge of client take on processes.

• Develop awareness of the local and national charity team business plans and develop understanding to support the team in achieving overall objectives.

• Grow your knowledge and understanding of the charity sector, different governance models, and develop network of charity trustees and executives.

• Complete all work according to procedure and standards.

• Develop full understanding of existing and new digital capabilities, and support client adoption as part of the overall wealth management proposition.

• Ensure adherence to group values, policies, procedures, and working practices.

• There will be limited client interaction in the role initially, but any client interaction should be maintained within the RBC Wealth management code of conduct and professional standards.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Relevant prior experience in wealth management is required, though prior experience of working with charities is not essential.

• Working towards or completed Industry recognised qualifications to CISI level 4 and a willingness to work towards CISI level 7 if not already achieved.

• Good time management skills, because this is a demanding role where you will often be managing many priorities and tasks.

• Proactive, enjoy learning new things and seek out ways to expand your knowledge.

• A desire to develop an understanding of the charity sector and the role of trustees and organisations in helping communities.

• Good attention to detail, maintaining accuracy when completing written and numerical based tasks.

• Clear and concise communication skills – with ability to communicate professionally with clients and colleagues.

• Intermediate knowledge of MS Word/Excel/Outlook/Teams.

Nice-to-have

• Industry recognised qualifications to CISI level 7.

• Previous experience working with charities.

• Charitable volunteering or trustee experience.

What is in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best - progressive thinking to keep growing and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses, flexible benefits and competitive compensation

• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities

• Opportunities to work with the best in the field

• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact

• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team

• A world-class training program in financial services

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Job Skills

Communication, Critical Thinking, Customer Service Management, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Group Problem Solving, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Operational Delivery, Time Management, Trust Operations Management

Additional Job Details

144 MORRISON STREET:EDINBURGHEdinburghUnited Kingdom35Full timeWEALTH MANAGEMENTRegularSalaried2025-07-302025-08-13

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

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