We are seeking a proactive, strategic-thinking Associate to join our EMEA Asset Management Business Transformation team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and supportive environment where everyone can thrive. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a proven track record of delivering change programmes and building strong relationships with senior C-suite stakeholders in a collaborative and empowering workplace. The role is based in London.

Business Transformation is a global team partnering with various Asset Management business lines to deliver impactful global and regional change programmes. Our assignments stem from priorities set by the Asset Management Operating Committee, as well as from anticipating and responding to significant industry or regulatory changes. You will engage directly with senior stakeholders and collaborate across a broad range of business lines and functions to drive meaningful change throughout Asset Management.

We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and professional growth. We encourage applications from all, and we offer mentorship, networking opportunities, and supportive policies to help you advance your career.

Job Responsibilities:

• Partner with the business to proactively identify, develop, and implement scalable commercial strategies and robust operating models, ensuring alignment with strategic business priorities.

• Take accountability for delivering initiatives on time, managing efficient implementation, and ensuring seamless transition and ownership within the business.

• Integrate AI, automation, and the latest technology developments at every stage of the project lifecycle.

• Deliver regular updates to business stakeholders and senior executives through governance forums to review performance and ensure change goals are aligned and monitored.

• Produce comprehensive project documentation, including project initiation documents, business requirements, project plans, risk and issue logs, status reports, closure reports, lessons learned, and post-implementation reviews.

• Coordinate with business teams to ensure operating model design, build, and implementation are accepted and approved by all stakeholders prior to go-live.

• Manage delivery of business communications, both internal and external, and train business teams to support transition to ‘business as usual’ and project closure.

• Contribute to a positive, inclusive team culture by sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues, and participating in diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Demonstrated ability as a proactive, strategic self-starter with strong project management and business analyst skills (project planning, stakeholder engagement, requirements specification, solution development, risk and issue management, implementation, data analysis, and technology solution development).

• Proven experience building and maintaining relationships with senior stakeholders, including C-suite executives, with excellent communication, emotional intelligence, and interpersonal skills.

• Experience developing project-related documentation and maintaining robust project governance.

• Ability to translate requirements into solution designs and facilitate prioritization.

• Experience working with cross-functional teams and third-party vendors across jurisdictions.

• Ability to manage multiple activities concurrently to achieve successful outcomes for the business and colleagues.

• Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications; experience with project management tools and emerging technologies is advantageous.

• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, CAPM) and in-depth knowledge of the asset management industry are highly desirable.

• Commitment to continuous learning, openness to feedback, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.

• We value diverse perspectives and encourage candidates who may not meet every qualification to apply.