Seccl
Junior operations analyst (FTC)
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Junior operations analyst (FTC)
Junior Operations Analyst (6 Month Fixed Term Contract) – Edinburgh
- Hybrid role: 2 days a week (Wednesday mandated) in Edinburgh.
About Seccl
Seccl is the Octopus-owned embedded investment platform, dedicated to making investing more accessible—and smarter. We’re a B-Corp certified business with a strong product-market fit, impressive early growth, and the potential to reshape the outdated investment industry for the better.
As part of the £multi-billion Octopus Group—bringing innovation to industries through businesses like Octopus Energy, Octopus Investments, and Octopus Money—we’re reshaping finance for the future.
🔗 Explore Seccl’s mission and latest updates on our [website](insert link).
The Role
We’re seeking a detail-oriented and motivated individual to join our Transfers team as a Junior Operations Analyst on a 6-month fixed-term contract.
This is an excellent entry-point opportunity to build operational expertise, develop new skills, and make a tangible impact as part of a collaborative, mentoring-driven team. Whether you’re starting your career or expanding your experience, you’ll play a key role in helping us deliver exceptional service to our clients.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you’ll ensure smooth, efficient transfers between pension/investment schemes and Seccl by:
- Managing communications between transferring schemes (emanicipant and receiving platforms) via phone and email to accelerate transfer processes.
- Maintaining accurate internal records, including client and scheme documentation.
- Providing real-time updates to all parties, tracking transfer progress against internal and client timelines.
- Ensuring submissions meet compliance standards and adhere to agreed service level targets.
- Responding to transfer-related queries across the business in a fast, professional manner.
- Supporting cross-functional teams to maintain a seamless client experience.
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By joining us, you’ll gain first-hand experience in a high-growth finance environment, work with a dedicated and supportive team, and contribute meaningfully from day one.
Is This Role Right for You?
✅ Bring these qualities to thrive:
- A curious, fast learner—passionate about products, technology, and investment wrappers.
- Experience in a high-pressure environment where multitasking and prioritisation are essential.
- A proactive mindset—willing to adopt processes, challenge norms, and own outcomes.
- Strong presentational, organisational, and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for accuracy.
- A collaborative attitude, prioritising customer service and delivery focus.
❌ This role may not suit you if you…
- Prefer highly structured, prescriptive work—you’ll have freedom and ownership to shape your impact.
- Struggle with rapid change—we’re scaling quickly; you’ll need adaptability and agility.
- Avoid following through—you’ll thrive if you act on commitments and take initiative.
- Dislike ambiguity—embracing uncertainty is key to our growth culture.
What’s in It for You?
We offer a generous benefits package designed to support your personal and professional growth:
Financial & Compensation
- Base salary: £28,000 ( reviewed annually )
- 6% employer pension contribution + life assurance
- Early-career maternity/paternity leave entitlements
Work-Life & Wellbeing
- 27 days holiday + bank holidays (some flexible)
- Paid day off on your birthday +
- 3 days per year for financial dependant leave
- Free therapy via Wellness Cloud + mental health support via Headspace
- Financial wellness initiatives, including access to Octopus Money, Share Incentive Plans, and legacy planning (will writing) support
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Growth & Recognition
- Unlimited £750 annual learning budget for professional development
- Secclbrate recognition programme—flexible rewards including extra pay, bonus holidays, and learning incentives
- A £500 home-office set-up budget
- 2 volunteering days per year
- 6-week overseas working option per year
- One month paid sabbatical after 8 years of service
Perks
- Perkbox—loyalty points for discounts on coffee, retail, and lifestyle experiences
- Cycle to Work / Electric Vehicle Leasing schemes
- Private medical insurance (AXA Health)
Our Culture
At Seccl, we prioritise people and culture. Our environment fosters:
- Transparency: full openness about decisions and challenges
- Diversity of thought: we value different origins and approaches
- Inclusivity: challenge and innovation are learned and celebrated
✦ Review employee feedback on our Glassdoor page or follow our team updates on LinkedIn.
Interview Process
Our interviews are conversational and immersive—we want you to learn as much about us as we learn about you. After an initial chat with the talent team, expect:
⏳ Competencies-based interview (or in-person assessment day—details shared later). ⏳ Role details and timelines: We’ll keep the position open until we aim for a balanced team. Apply early to maximise your chances—feedback typically arrives within 1–2 weeks post-application.
Important Note
We’re inclusive and celebrate diversity—age, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, military history, disabled status, or neurodivergence are never assessed.
Dishonesty, disingenuity, or exclusivity has no place here. If this role excites you, apply even if you think you’re “underselling” yourself—we’d love to hear from you.
🔗 Submit your application today 💳 Compensation range: £28K (for a six-month role)
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