Director Business Transformation Private Markets

At M&G our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work.As an international savings and investments business with roots stretching back more than 170 years we offer a range of financial products and services through Asset Management Life and Wealth. All three operating segments work together to deliver attractive financial outcomes for our clients and superior shareholder returns.

Through our behaviours of telling it like it is owning it now and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent.

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: Director Business Transformation Private Markets

The Business Transformation Team is at the heart of reshaping the Asset Management business to meet the demands of a dynamic and competitive landscape. Responsible for driving transformational change across the organisation this team is focused on helping to enable scalable growth operational excellence and market leading client experience. As the Director of Business Transformation for Private Markets you will be at the forefront of driving strategic transformation within our Asset Management business. Leading a portfolio of highimpact transformation initiatives you will shape a vision of operational excellence and scalability for the Private Markets business. This role requires a dynamic leader capable of shaping and executing a comprehensive transformation blueprint managing a dedicated team and collaborating with crossfunctional stakeholders to position our business for sustainable growth and success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and deliver a comprehensive transformation strategy for Private Markets ensuring alignment with the organisations broader goals and market dynamics.
• Design and implement scalable efficient and clientfocused operating models that enhance our ability to respond to evolving market and client needs.
• Lead oversee and manage multiple highimpact transformation programmes ensuring successful delivery against timelines budgets and strategic objectives.
• Build and manage a highperforming team of transformation professionals fostering a collaborative and resultsoriented environment.
• Partner with teams in Investments Distribution Product Operations and Technology to drive cohesive communication and of initiatives across the Private Markets business.
• Act as a catalyst for change challenging the status quo and embedding a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Assess market / industry trends and competitor actions to ensure the Private Markets business remains agile and competitive.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Indepth understanding of private markets including investment structures client needs and market dynamics gained from experience in asset management financial services or consulting.
• Demonstrated ability to craft and execute complex transformation strategies that deliver tangible business outcomes.
• Proven ability to manage largescale crossfunctional initiatives with a focus on benefit realisation.
• Strong influencing and relationshipbuilding skills with the ability to engage with senior leaders and drive consensus on critical initiatives.
• Experience in building managing and inspiring highperforming teams to achieve ambitious goals.
• Demonstrated ability to tackle complex challenges navigate ambiguity and apply critical thinking to deliver pragmatic solutions.
• Proven success operating within a matrix structure effectively managing competing priorities and driving crossfunctional alignment.
• Strong influencing skills and the ability to engage and align senior stakeholders on transformational priorities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure managing competing demands and adapting to rapidly changing circumstances.
• Outstanding communication skills to articulate complex concepts present strategic insights and provide clear updates to senior leadership.
• Experience in M&A integration is desirable but not essential.

Location: London

Work Level: Integration Leader

We have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture at M&G plc underpinned by our policies and our employeeled networks who provide networking opportunities advice and support for the diverse communities our colleagues represent. Regardless of gender ethnicity age sexual orientation nationality disability or long term condition 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.

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