A GLOBAL LEADING ASSET MANAGER WITH A DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE CULTURE

As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we’re always looking for ways to improve financial services. We’re passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world.

We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you’ll unlock a motivating and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading global asset managers! 

If you’re not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that’s investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today.

What you will do

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Company Secretary to support the UK Company Secretary. The role includes responsibility for a wide range of administrative Company Secretarial matters, including group governance services ensuring compliance with the Companies Act 2006, best practice under the UK Corporate Governance Code, applicable regulatory requirements and involvement in project work as and when required. The team is based in London and forms part of a highly regarded Company Secretary function within the PGIM Regulatory Law team with flexible, hybrid arrangements available.

What you can expect

Responsibilities of the role include:

• Managing the end to end process for Board and Committee meetings, to include:
  • Preparing and coordinating Board and Committee papers ensuring timely distribution of the same;
  • Meeting attendance and minute taking and monitoring follow-up action points.
• Managing statutory records, registers and internal databases and ensuring statutory filings are made on a timely basis in line with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Assisting with standard corporate actions such as entity formations and liquidations, changes in share capital and declarations of dividends etc.
• Supporting in projects as and when required.

What you will bring

• Part or fully qualified with the Chartered Governance Institute alongside proven Board support experience.
• Experience of BoardVantage, Diligent or similar meeting management portal advantageous.
• Good knowledge of Companies Act 2006 and filing requirements of a UK company.
• Excellent written, analytical and presentational skills.

What will set you apart?

Given the nature of the role and interaction with senior leadership, the candidate must have a high degree of personal and professional integrity in addition to an ability to build and maintain effective relationships. The role would suit an Assistant Company Secretary with previous experience in financial services who can handle multiple tasks and key stakeholders efficiently. The successful candidate will have a positive attitude and will be looking to work as part of a collaborative and professional team.

*PGIM welcomes all applicants, even if you don't meet every requirement. If your skills align with the role, we encourage you to apply.

What we offer you

• Private Medical Insurance: PGIM offers private medical insurance and pays the full premium on behalf of all employees.
• Annual Leave of 25 to 28 days, based on years of service, at full pay.
• Retirement Savings Plan: Employees receive a company contribution of 10% basic annual salary and a maximum employer-matching contribution of 5% of basic annual salary.
• Life Assurance & Income Protection: Life Assurance for 12 times you basic annual salary, up to a max benefit of £1.8million. 60% of your basic annual salary for a limited payment terms of 5 years, at the end of which a capital sum of 2x your basic annual salary is payable.
   

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About PGIM – Global Asset Management

PGIM is the global asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), a leading global investment manager with nearly US$1.34 trillion in assets under management as of March 31st, 2024.  With offices in 18 countries, PGIM’s businesses offer a range of investment solutions for retail and institutional investors around the world across a broad range of asset classes, including public fixed income, private fixed income, fundamental equity, quantitative equity, real estate and alternatives.

With a history dating back 148 years, and experience through more than 30 market cycles, PGIM takes a long-term view, not only in our investment philosophy, but also in how we develop our talent. We want to see our employees excel from their first day with the firm and throughout their tenure with PGIM. We will inspire you, support you, and help you reach your greatest personal and professional aspirations. If PGIM sounds like the place for you, join us. For more information about PGIM, visit PGIM.com.

Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

PGIM has a long-held commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion, rooted in the belief that this is a prerequisite for PGIM's success and sustainability. We work to attract, retain, develop and promote talent at all levels and aim to have a workforce that reflects the communities where we work, live and invest. We are intentional about creating a workplace where everyone has a voice and is welcomed, valued, respected and understood. From the moment people join PGIM, we pledge to help them unlock their full potential. Together, we are shaping a future where talent knows no boundaries.

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