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Senior Bereavement Associate

Yesterday Manchester, United Kingdom

As a Senior Bereavement Associate, you'll play a meaningful role in providing the best-in-class service to our UK Personal Investor Service clients, who are invested in a variety of products. Working within the Complex Case team will give you the opportunity to interact with our clients at times they need us most, with a particular focus on our bereavement service.

Role responsibilities:

  • The associate will be able to handle complex client cases, including bereavement and Source of Wealth checks, collaborate with internal partners, and ensure regulatory-compliant communication.
  • Take proactive ownership of complex cases. Ensure client inquiries are resolved and communicated within defined service levels. Ensures all communications are within regulatory guidelines, and are accurate, clear, and concise.


  • Utilize prior experience to contribute effectively to Vanguard's working group addressing inheritance tax changes.


  • Leverage your significant bereavement expertise and experience to deliver training and guidance to colleagues as well as the broader UKPI business.
  • Identify trends and contribute to process improvement efforts. Enhance interactions with clients by balancing the need to provide excellent service and building a scalable proposition through automation.
  • Develops and maintains proficient knowledge of Vanguard funds, products, and services. Understands the overall Financial Services industry and related legal, tax, and regulatory issues to guide clients.
  • You will also support vulnerable clients and participate in special projects

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Client focus and impact: The role emphasizes building strong client relationships by balancing excellent service with scalable solutions, acting as an intermediary between FNZ and Vanguard, and prioritizing client needs.

Qualifications required:

Proven relevant work experience required with client services and bereavement.

An undergraduate degree or equivalent training/experience is necessary.

Special Factors

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

Client-provided location(s): Manchester, United Kingdom
Job ID: Vanguard-169991
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-08-22T20:23:37

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Pet Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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