We’re a pan-European digital wealth manager with 130,000 active investors (growing fast!) and over €5 billion invested on our platform. With 220+ people across 4 offices in Italy and the UK, we’re supported and funded by Poste Italiane, Cabot Square Capital, United Ventures and Allianz. We started in 2011 in Milan with a simple vision - to help more people improve their financial well-being by making personal investing straightforward and accessible through technology. Fast forward a few years, and we’re known as one of the most innovative fintechs headquartered in the heart of London.
Mission
To provide investment solutions and advice to protect and grow client wealth through time.
Our Core Values:
We’ve built our business on three Principles:
- Relationships are our first asset: We’re one team, built on trust, honesty and transparency. We value our relationships above all else.
- Trust drives success: We give each other the space to grow. We empower our employees to succeed, so they can make a real impact.
- Our customers dream big, just like us: We see the bigger picture and we make sure our customers see it, too. We’re always focused on the best outcomes for our clients and for each other, no matter what the goal, or how big the dream
What this means in practice:
At Moneyfarm, diversity is the foundation of our competitive advantage. We value our employees for who they are – their backgrounds, experiences, talents, knowledge and individual differences. This is what makes us better at what we do. To accommodate our different needs and commitments, we offer flexible working to all. Our individual impact and output is what counts most.
About the role
The Senior CASS Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely execution of daily CASS-related responsibilities and ongoing adherence to the FCA’s CASS regime. This includes oversight of client money and asset reconciliations, regulatory reporting, audit preparation, and maintenance of internal controls.
The role holder is also expected to actively pursue relevant professional qualifications to build subject matter expertise and support succession within the CASS team.
CASS Oversight
- Execute and oversee daily CASS reconciliations for client money and custody assets in line with regulatory timelines.
- Investigate and escalate reconciliation breaks, errors, or breaches to senior management in real time.
- Ensure accurate and timely submission of the firm’s monthly CMAR return to the FCA.
- Maintain and update the CASS Resolution Pack (CASS RP), ensuring it is complete, operationally effective, and tested in line with regulatory expectations.
- Support the annual CASS external audit process, coordinating deliverables, documentation, and issue resolution.
- Maintain and enhance the firm’s CASS policies and procedures to align with evolving FCA requirements and industry best practice.
- Contribute to CASS-related change projects, including the development and testing of systems or controls that affect client asset management.
- Assist in maintaining the firm’s CASS Rules Mapping Document, keeping it accurate and relevant.
- Subject to the seniority of the chosen individual, the role might entail the supervision of one resource.
Professional Development
- Build and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the FCA CASS rules (particularly CASS 6 and CASS 7).
- Work towards and complete a relevant professional qualification (e.g. CISI Operations Certificate, ICA Client Asset Regime, or equivalent).
- Engage with relevant industry developments and training to support continual improvement of the CASS function.
- Instil a culture of attention to detail, accountability, and strong controls within the CASS function.
Requirements
- Solid operational understanding of FCA CASS rules and how they apply in practice.
- Experience performing reconciliations, handling breaches, and supporting regulatory reporting.
- Strong communication and organisation skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to control and risk management.
- Proficiency in Excel and reconciliation/reporting systems.
Benefits
- Health Insurance, Wellness plan
- Fee free investments on Moneyfarm platform
- Career development opportunities
- Training opportunities
- Regular office social events
- Happy and friendly culture!