Solutions Manager

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 clients and identifying new opportunities to make a positive impact for our environment and communities. To help us achieve our vision we’re looking for exceptional people who live our values of care and integrity and who can inspire others; embrace change; deliver results 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. Solutions Manager The Corporate Risk and Investment Solutions (CRIS) team was formed in 2021 in order to maximize M&G's competitive advantage as both asset owner (Insurer) and asset manager. Part of its remit is to design and deliver innovative insurance products/solutions for Defined Benefit pension schemes. Due to ongoing success and a strong opportunity set, the team is adding headcount in a number of areas. This particular role is London-based and will help support the development, marketing and implementation of new solutions . The successful candidate will have a particular focus on client delivery and communications, as well as internal stakeholder and project management. However, commensurate with their experience, skill set, and interests they will be involved in diverse projects and have the opportunity to shape the development of their role as products are launched and the team grows. Key Responsibilities for this role:

• Work closely with directors to develop the route to market for different products, building strong relationships with internal relationship managers, clients, and intermediaries
• Build an in-depth knowledge of the range of M&G solutions in order to be able to identify and design solutions across a range of client profiles
• Own the production of client deliverables, responding to internal and external queries, drafting internal papers and carrying out ad hoc analysis
• Work closely with Investment, Finance, Risk, Legal and Operations teams to integrate commercial, pricing and structuring workstreams into all aspects of product development

Key Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Motivated to develop an in-depth understanding of pension de-risking, insurance and investment solutions and innovations
• Market aware – keeps abreast of Regulatory changes and developments in the DB world. E.g., superfunds, Capital Backed Journey Plans
• Experience of Investment Strategy Reviews, understanding of the interaction between Target Returns, Discount rates and journey planning
• Attention to detail and ability to produce high quality client deliverables
• Ambitious and self-motivated with ability to work on own initiative/prioritize workload to strict deadlines
• Strong communication skills, ability to understand & capture client needs and manage internal stakeholders
• Good numeracy and analytical skills
• Degree Educated
• 5 – 7 years’ experience working in a client facing/solutions role in DB pensions or investments, ideally in consulting or Fiduciary Management. Ideally part of a team that provides strategic advice to pension schemes through the various stages of their journey plan
• Actuarial / quantitative background desirable. Sponsorship of actuarial or CFA exams available

Work Level: Experienced Colleague Recruiter: Amy Curtis Location: London (hybrid / flexible working) Closing Date: 14/04/2023 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.