The Investment API
SIPP Technical Lead
Location
United Kingdom
Posted
49 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
SIPP Technical Lead
Upvest
• Ensure technical integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence of Upvest’s SIPP proposition. • Act as the primary authority on UK pension legislation. • Work closely with Product, Engineering, Compliance, and Operations teams. • Lead regulatory oversight and stay abreast of FCA, DWP, and HMRC developments. • Solve complex technical queries and act as the escalation point for clients. • Drive product compliance through analysis of legislative changes. • Enhance governance by identifying emerging risks within the SIPP market. • Coach and develop staff through technical training materials. • Manage external relationships with partners and financial advice firms.
Job Requirements
- Deep Pension Expertise: Thorough knowledge of HMRC and FCA rules as they apply specifically to SIPPs and the wider UK pensions market.
- Regulatory Analysis Skills: Proven experience in analysing legislative changes and translating them into clear, actionable operational procedures.
- Technical Problem-Solving: Experience in handling complex SIPP technical issues and resolving technical queries in a fast-paced environment.
- Stakeholder Management: Strong communication of technical requirements to internal and external stakeholders, including engineering and product teams.
- Self-Starter Mentality: A highly organised approach with the ability to work independently, prioritise appropriately, and thrive under pressure.
- Qualifications (Desirable): Relevant industry certifications such as DipPFS, APMI, or equivalent professional pension qualifications.
Benefits
- 30 days of annual leave
- Access to a personal coach
- Development budget
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional coaching
- Remote working options for up to 183 days a year
- One-month fully paid sabbatical after every 4 years of working
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