Opus Mitchell specialises in recruitment for finance, banking, insurance and accountancy. Placing candidates nationwide at all levels for commercial and corporate banking, retail banking and consumer finance, factoring or invoice discounting, leasing and asset finance.
We know that industry knowledge makes all the difference to our clients and candidates so here is some further information that may be useful.
Financial Industry Bodies and Associations
FLA is the voice of the specialised finance and lending industry. They are the leading trade association for the UK consumer credit, motor finance and asset finance sectors. FLA campaigns on key industry issues and influences proposals for change. They help shape the development of government policy and regulation. FLA members include banks, subsidiaries of banks and building societies, the finance sections of leading retailers and manufacturing companies, and a range of independent firms. Visit Website > >
 The FDA is a UK based trade association representing an industry with forty years experience of supplying much needed liquidity to UK businesses. Their members provide factoring, invoice discounting and asset based lending. The FDA's membership is comprised of 38 Full Members and 8 Group Members. Visit Website > >
 The British Bankers' Association (BBA) is the principal trade association for banks operating in the UK. It is a leading representative body in the financial services sector and has 218 members, as well as many associate members, which fund its not-for-profit activities.
"The BBA is committed to creating an environment in which our members can prosper by: building relationships with decision makers, promoting and protecting the UK's leading position in the global financial services industry, providing information and guidance, and striving for professionalism and excellence at all times." Visit Website > >
 The National Association of Commercial Finance Brokers (NACFB) was formed in the belief that the establishment of measurable standards of proper professional practice in sourcing commercial funding was in the best interests of its customers, and vital to the integrity and future well-being of the industry. Published within an industry recognised Code of Practice, these standards have been adopted by an increasing number of commercial finance, lease and motor vehicle finance brokers. Visit Website > >
Financial Industry Learning
 The IFS School of Finance is a registered charity incorporated by Royal Charter. They provide financial education to financial services professionals, the world over, and to consumers in the UK. The IFS also provides a range of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) services through membership, and executive education through masterclasses, seminars and prestige lectures. Visit Website > >
 BCR is a leading provider of finance industry market intelligence. BCR has a range of publications and conferences. Titles include 'Shaping the Future of Factoring', 'World Factoring Yearbook', 'Factoring in the UK', and 'World Credit Insurance', Factorscan is BCR's up-to-the-minute market intelligence service for the world's receivables finance industry. Visit Website > >
Financial Industry Software
 riskFactor develops analytical software. Their risk management system uses client and debtor data to produce information to flag problems. Their products target the commercial finance, invoice finance and asset-based lending industries. Visit Website > >
Assessment and Development Tools
 PSL provide online and paper-based assessment products, training and consultancy that can help organisations effectively recruit, retain and develop talented people. They offer support for graduate recruitment and online assessment. Visit Website > >
 Thomas International is a global provider of object management systems and business assessment tools that help organisations recruit, retain, develop and train their people. The system comprises behavioural/psychometric assessments, aptitude and ability tests, job profiling and skills tests. Visit Website > >
Trade Press
LeasingWorld magazine provides a comprehensive resource for everyone
connected with the UK and European equipment leasing industry.
Here you can locate leasing partners, brokers and services, and get an introduction
to the world of equipment leasing.
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Leasing Life magazine (print & online) is renowned for its high quality
news and analysis for anyone connected with the business of financing, managing
or valuing equipment and fixed assets. It offers a guide to the asset-based
investment market; asset specific reporting including power,
tranportation, SME funding; events, training and asset finance career guidance;
industry trends, legal, tax and regulatory updates; news on the latest deals
from the UK, Europe and around the world; opinion and analysis from industry
leaders; people moves; technology news. Visit Website > >
Business Money delivers news, reviews, research, comment and analysis to
financial intermediaries, bankers, lenders, and SME decision makers and supports
these finance professionals with timely, relevant and accurate market
intelligence and sources of business funding. Visit Website > >
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