Fund Technical Specialist - 12 Month FTC

M&G ,
London, Greater London

Overview

Job Description

At M&G our vision is: to become the best loved and most successful savings and investment business and we're looking for people who are excited about joining us on our journey. We're digitally transforming and investing heavily in technology and innovation to develop new and improved customer propositions that really raise the bar for our customers. To help us achieve our vision we're looking for exceptional people who live our values and behaviours and who can inspire others; embrace change; deliver results and keep it simple. What you can expect from us: We are committed to creating an environment where you can be exceptional at all you do. To help us deliver this, we promise to: * Challenge Your Limits by creating a stimulating working environment and providing opportunities for you to be involved in meaningful and challenging work * Support Your Aspirations with a commitment to learning and development that helps you achieve and build your experience with people who want you to succeed * Value Your Input whereby leaders and managers will involve you in key decisions, listen to your thoughts and recognise the important contribution you make * Balance Your Life through a work life partnership that focuses on making this an inclusive, diverse and friendly place to work and offers the flexibility and support that enables everyone to be at their best The team is responsible for oversight of third party administrators providing fund accounting services and technical reporting in respect of PRIIPs, MiFID, DWP, LGPS and costs and charges for M&G's full fund range. The role is to support the oversight of these services to ensure the data provided is technically accurate and in accordance with regulations. Job Description The role would suit a technical expert able to provide advice and support on the teams oversight of outsourced fund accounting and other financial information from suppliers. This includes the oversight of the transaction cost calculations for PRIIPs, MIFID etc., ensuring the accuracy of this data delivered by suppliers. * Good problem solving and analytical skills. * Excellent attention to detail and determination to see initiatives through to completion. * Proactive and delivery focussed with good communication skills - both written and verbal. * Ability to present information clearly and succinctly at varying levels of detail. * A self-starter with experience of working on projects. * Ability to develop, adapt and maintain effective working relationships within the team and across the business. * Capability to facilitate small workshops and meetings with stakeholders. * Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliverables * Reacting positively under pressure to meet tight deadlines. * Have a genuine interest in learning and expanding their knowledge and understanding of the challenges and developments impacting the Asset Management industry. We live by four behaviours at M&G and we ask all our employees to: * Inspire Others - Support and encourage each other, creating an environment where everyone can contribute and succeed * Embrace Change - Be open to change, willing to be challenged and able to adapt quickly and imaginatively to new ideas * Deliver Results - Focus on outcomes, set high standards and deliver with energy and determination * Keep it Simple - Cut through complexity and bureaucracy, be clear and decisive and never overcomplicate things At M&G Diversity and Inclusion is a strategic objective. We know that an inclusive environment makes us more accessible and ensures we attract, engage, promote and retain exceptional people. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity/nationally, disability, or military service and welcome those who have taken career breaks. We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles.