At Manchester Young Professionals, we’re passionate about showcasing the businesses, people and organisations that are helping shape our city.
That’s why we’re excited to be partnering with AJ Bell, one of Manchester’s most recognisable and successful businesses.
Many people will know the name AJ Bell from seeing it associated with some of the city’s biggest events, including the AJ Bell Great Manchester Run. Others may have heard of the brand through its established role within the investment industry. Increasingly, the business is also recognised through the AJ Bell Futures Foundation, which supports charities and community initiatives that help people build brighter futures. However, behind the name is a Manchester-founded success story that has grown into one of the UK’s leading investment platforms while remaining proudly rooted in the city.
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Life at AJ Bell
Who is AJ Bell?
Founded in Manchester in 1995 by Andy Bell and Nicholas Littlefair, AJ Bell was built around making investment platforms and services more accessible, transparent and user-friendly.
Today, AJ Bell is one of the UK’s leading investment platforms, providing technology, services and investment solutions that support hundreds of thousands of customers across the UK. The business offers a range of products and services, including pensions, ISAs, and general investment accounts.
From its headquarters in Manchester, AJ Bell has grown significantly over the last three decades, establishing itself as one of the city’s leading employers while continuing to invest in people, technology and innovation.
A Manchester Success Story
As young professionals, we often talk about Manchester’s growth as a city. AJ Bell is a great example of that growth in action.
Founded locally over 30 years ago, the business has expanded from a small Manchester operation into a nationally recognised company, all while maintaining strong ties to the city where it began.
As Manchester continues to establish itself as one of the UK’s leading business and technology hubs, organisations like AJ Bell play an important role in creating opportunities, attracting talent and contributing to the city’s continued success.
More Than You Might Expect
One of the reasons we’re excited about this partnership is that there is much more to AJ Bell than many people realise.
While the company operates within the investment industry, its success is powered by teams working across technology, marketing, customer services, operations, data, product development, people and culture, finance and more.
Like many modern businesses, AJ Bell’s growth has been driven by people from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and career paths working together towards a common goal.
AJ Bell also runs award-winning apprenticeship programmes through the AJ Bell Academy, providing local Manchester-based young people with the opportunity to earn a competitive salary while working and studying towards professional qualifications in a supportive environment.
For young professionals, that means opportunities extend far beyond what people may traditionally associate with the sector.
Life at AJ Bell
Over the coming months, we’ll be working closely with AJ Bell to showcase what life inside the business is really like.
We’ll be sharing employee stories, career journeys, insights into workplace culture and a behind-the-scenes look at the people who help make the organisation what it is today.
We know that choosing where to work is about more than a job title. It’s about finding an environment where you can learn, develop, build meaningful relationships and progress your career.
That’s why we’re looking forward to introducing the MYP community to the people behind AJ Bell and highlighting the opportunities available within the business.
What This Means for the MYP Community
Our partnership with AJ Bell will bring a range of opportunities to the Manchester Young Professionals network.
From career insights and employer stories to events, professional development content and opportunities to connect with the team, we’ll be working together to provide valuable experiences for our community.
Whether you’re interested in workplace culture, career progression, professional development or simply learning more about one of Manchester’s most successful businesses, there will be plenty to get involved with.
Watch This Space
This is just the beginning of our partnership with AJ Bell. Over the coming months, we’ll be introducing you to the people behind the business, exploring different career journeys and sharing insights from one of Manchester’s leading employers.
We’re excited to have AJ Bell as part of the MYP community and can’t wait to share what’s coming next.
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Life at AJ Bell
