1. When did you join the team and how did you find out about the role?
I was lucky enough to receive a call from the lovely Louise W (a very old friend!) in December 2023, asking if I was still looking for part time work. At first, I wasn’t overly enthusiastic about returning to work, but after speaking to Jeremy and Sarah – I knew this was the job – and company for me!
2. Can you describe your role and the primary responsibilities you handle?
I tend to work behind the scenes, focusing on the operational side of the business. My role is super varied – everything from compliance and fee reconciliation to content scheduling and tackling ad hoc projects…and I love it!
3. What’s a typical day like for you?
Thankfully, I don’t really have a ‘typical’ day and that’s exactly how I like it! I start with the essentials - emails, portal messages, and weekly tasks etc but after that, who knows? Some days, I’m knee-deep in reading FCA updates and others, I’m juggling an unpredictable one-off project. I can genuinely say that no two days are the same!
4. What’s the most rewarding part of your job?
This is pretty easy – getting to work with such an awesome team of people who genuinely care about our clients. Not only do they care, but they truly make a difference in people’s lives and being part of that is incredibly rewarding!
5. What do you appreciate most about working with your current team?
This is a tricky one because there’s so much to appreciate! Every single person in the TCFP team is incredible - we’re all so different with our own personalities yet it just works... and works brilliantly!
One of the things I value most is the unwavering support. No matter what, I know I can reach out to any of my teammates - whether it's to tackle a work-related challenge or just to have a good old whinge! There's always someone there and I feel very lucky!
6. If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why?
I’d be the ultimate protector of all creatures - kind of like an animal-loving superhero with the ability to shield every furry, feathered, and scaly friend from harm. No more suffering, just happy, safe animals everywhere!
7. What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
“Don’t close your eyes” whilst driving my VW van down country lanes…! Or similarly, “try to keep your eyes open” when driving home after a yummy restorative yoga class!
8. If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?
I feel like I should say marmite or avocado, but I really want to say garlic naan bread…!
9. If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go?
India! I’m lucky to have travelled a fair bit but I haven’t made it to India yet and I can’t wait for the day I do.
10. If you were stranded on a deserted island, what three items would you want to have with you?
Tricky but I’ll go for my kindle, a packet of Biscoff biscuits and toothpaste!