Head of Investment Relationships and Data

Job Description

At M&G our purpose is to help people manage and grow their savings and investments, responsibly. As a business, we are continuing to take steps towards a sustainable future, delivering better long-term solutions for our customers and clientsand identifying new opportunities to make a positive impact for our environment and communities . To help us achieve our vision were looking for exceptional people who live our values of care and integrity and who can inspire others; embrace change; deliverresults and keep it simple. We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and also offer work place accommodations to ensure you have what you need to effectively deliver in your role. The Role: Head of Investment Relationships and Data This role will involve leading a team within the Asset Administration function. The role of the team is to proactively manage and oversee over 9000 investable assets on the Platform from a range of external asset providers as well as on-boarding new investmentsto the proposition. The role is key in managing areas of regulatory compliance and commercial exposure through a range of controls and processes and ensuring a competitive and compelling investment proposition. The role will be responsible owning and operatingthe Investment Governance Framework and reporting to the Investment Operations as Deputy Chair. Key Responsibilities:

• To manage an existing investment universe of circa £16Bn across 9000+ investable assets on the Platform to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and drive excellent customer outcomes.
• To manage and establish key external relationships with external fund managers and asset providers to ensure a broad investment proposition to our Adviser and Discretionary Fund manager partners while managing contractual and commercial risk within appetite.
• Leading and engaging on complex industry level issues by engagement at industry forums and with a network of industry contacts to drive change and resolve issues.
• Overseeing and reporting through the relevant internal governance as a member/Deputy Chair of the Investment Operations Committee to ensure robust operational risk management and oversight.
• To lead an experienced team of circa 10 FTE and drive on-going personal development, career progression, cross skilling and scalability.

Key Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Significant and proven track record of working at a senior level within an Investment Operations/Asset administration role, preferably within a UK investment Platform.
• Expert industry knowledge and experience of Investment Platform operations and integration with UK regulated asset providers and the key challenges that arise.
• Organisational skills: There might be a requirement to work under tight schedules, so it is important to effectively manage and prioritise multiple work assignments.
• Experience of fund/asset on-boarding including contractual negotiation, key risk management and issue rectification with experience of managing up to executive level.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills are a must as the role will need to collaborate across several internal functions to successfully deliver in the role. Building a network of key stakeholders across the business to collaborate andlead will be key.
• Market Knowledge: it is important to have up to date knowledge of the asset management market in the UK and Europe, market trends and regulatory changes. Mifid, Consumer Duty, Cobs etc
• Computer skills: Advanced Excel skills with the ability to utilise macros and pivot tables to undertake querying, creation of tables, and formulas

Work Level: Manager or Expert Recruiter: Phoebe Ewers Closing Date: 9th June 2023 We have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture at M&G plc, underpinned by our policies and our employee-led networks who provide networking opportunities, advice and support for the diverse communities our colleagues represent. Regardless of gender, ethnicity,age, sexual orientation, nationality or disability we are looking to attract, promote and retain exceptional people. We also welcome those who take part in military service and those returning from career breaks.