AJ Bell
AJ Bell was formed in 1995 and is now one of the leading online investment platforms in the UK. We provide customers and advisers with wide investment choice, low-cost delivery, market leading online functionality and first class service to help them manage investment portfolios within SIPPs, ISAs and Dealing accounts.
Life at AJ Bell
Founded in 1995, AJ Bell helps people take control of their financial futures by making investing easier. Today, with over 593,000 customers, we are one of the UK’s largest and fastest-growing investment platforms.
Wherever you work — from home or one of our offices — we invest in your future, your wellbeing, and your growth.
Our culture
Our clear purpose is simple: we help people invest.
We live by guiding principles that shape our work, support our people, and strengthen our community involvement.
At AJ Bell, we support career development, health, wellbeing, and charitable causes. You'll find #TeamAJBell participating in events like the AJ Bell World Triathlon Leeds and Tour of Britain.
AJ Bell Academy
Named North West Large Employer of 2021 at the National Apprenticeship Awards, we celebrate apprentice success through graduation ceremonies and career growth opportunities.
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Investment Operations Apprenticeship: Gain a professional qualification over two years, working across departments with a dedicated mentor.
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Digital Technology Degree Apprenticeship: Earn a BSc in Digital Technology Solutions from Manchester Metropolitan University while specialising in Software Engineering, Data Analysis, or Cyber Security.
Tech at AJ Bell
As a leading FinTech, our Technology team powers continuous improvements for a world-class investment platform.
We work in product-aligned engineering teams with a "deliver fast or fail fast" mindset, encouraging innovation and quick iteration.
We offer clear career pathways for technologists, whether you want to lead teams or stay deeply technical.
Why work with us?
AJ Bell offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact by building on a platform used by hundreds of thousands of our customers. With ample opportunities to innovate, we’re looking to grow our Technology Team and hire the best talent out there to collaborate with.
We take pride in your professional development – with bespoke career pathways for technologists, supporting those who want to go into management as well as those who want to remain ‘hands on’.
Core stats
1995
founded
3
offices
593,000+
customers
Tech Stack
Our tech stack includes, but is not limited to:
Backend
Frontend
DevOps
Data
Roles
Our Benefits
Health and wellbeing
- Starting holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing up to 31 days with length of service
- Holiday buy and sell scheme
- Discounted private healthcare scheme and dental plan
- Health Cash Plan – provided by Medicash
- Free gym membership, with an on-site gym at our head office providing a wide range of free classes
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Bike loan scheme
- Sick pay+ pledge
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave
- Discounted nursery fees at Kids Planet on Exchange Quay
Your career and personal development
- Personal development programmes built around you and your career goals, including access to personal skills workshops
- Ongoing technical training
- Professional qualification support
- Talent management programmes
- Peer recognition scheme, with rewards including restaurant and shopping vouchers or time off
- Monthly leadership lunches
- Workshops on diversity and inclusion
Social, charity and our working environment
- Hybrid working at AJ Bell policy (50%)
- Paid time off for volunteer work
- Charitable giving opportunities through salary sacrifice
- Calendar of social events, including annual Christmas parties, summer parties and much more
- Access to a range of benefits from our sponsorship deals
- Parking at Exchange Quay (subject to availability)
Saving for your future
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Annual free share awards scheme
- Buy As You Earn (BAYE) Scheme
- Loans for travel season tickets
- A choice of pension schemes with matched contributions up to 8% (depending on your job level)
- Death in service scheme
Health and wellbeing
- Starting holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing up to 31 days with length of service
- Holiday buy and sell scheme
- Discounted private healthcare scheme and dental plan
- Health Cash Plan – provided by Medicash
- Free gym membership, with an on-site gym at our head office providing a wide range of free classes
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Bike loan scheme
- Sick pay+ pledge
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave
- Discounted nursery fees at Kids Planet on Exchange Quay
Your career and personal development
- Personal development programmes built around you and your career goals, including access to personal skills workshops
- Ongoing technical training
- Professional qualification support
- Talent management programmes
- Peer recognition scheme, with rewards including restaurant and shopping vouchers or time off
- Monthly leadership lunches
- Workshops on diversity and inclusion
Social, charity and our working environment
- Hybrid working at AJ Bell policy (50%)
- Paid time off for volunteer work
- Charitable giving opportunities through salary sacrifice
- Calendar of social events, including annual Christmas parties, summer parties and much more
- Access to a range of benefits from our sponsorship deals
- Parking at Exchange Quay (subject to availability)
Saving for your future
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Annual free share awards scheme
- Buy As You Earn (BAYE) Scheme
- Loans for travel season tickets
- A choice of pension schemes with matched contributions up to 8% (depending on your job level)
- Death in service scheme
Blogs
First cohort of AJ Bell digital apprentices graduate with flying colours
AJ Bell’s first cohort of digital apprentices graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) with a BSc degree in Digital and Technology Solutions, as they completed their Digital Apprenticeship schemes with the Manchester-based FTSE 250 company.
AJ Bell supports mental health wellbeing event in partnership with Stop.Breathe.Think
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week (9 – 15 May 2022), mental health support charity Stop.Breathe.Think hosted an evening of mental wellbeing activities on Wednesday 11 May, at the HideOut Youth Zone, Manchester.
AJ Bell Futures Foundation extends partnerships with Smart Works and IntoUniversity
AJ Bell Futures Foundation has extended its partnership with two key partners, Smart Works and IntoUniversity, by a further two years. This extension will also see the Foundation increase its annual donation to both charities, from £100,000 to £120,000 a year in 2025 and 2026.
Locations
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Manchester, UK
Exchange Quay, Manchester M5 3EE, England, UK
London, UK
London, UK
Bristol, UK
Bristol, UK
Our Remote Working Policy
Hybrid working
We recognise that hybrid working has positive outcomes for both our staff and our business. A blended approach means staff can enjoy a true work-life balance, whilst we’re able to recruit the best talent from across the country.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home and in one of our three offices – Manchester, London or Bristol – the split of which may depend on your role.