Job Title: Head of Private Placements

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: London

Working style: Hybrid 50% home/office based

Closing date: 11th February 2024

With recent changes in the market, RLAM will be making a significant push into the Private Asset market. As a result, we are looking to build a brand-new team.

We are currently looking for a Head of Private Placements to join us on a permanent basis in London. You will have deep knowledge of the Private Placement market with an ability to source, analyse and execute deals coming through the banking network in the UK, continental Europe and the US.

This is an exciting time to join RLAM and contribute to the growth of our Private Assets business as we increase our offering over the next 5-10 years.

About the role

• Establish RLAM’s presence in the Private Placement market.
• Source, analyse, transact and manage appropriate Private Placements for various client funds.
• Act as the subject matter expert for all aspects of the Private Placement market.
• Work flexibly across Private Assets business.
• Support and develop business materials with an understanding of any new and developing markets.
• Work closely with existing and potential clients on fund solutions.

About you

• Expert knowledge of Private Placement markets globally.
• Expert credit knowledge and legal understanding of Private placements.
• PC skills, Excel, Word (advanced).
• A high level of numeracy combined with ability to present complex concepts in a user-friendly way.
• Knowledge of regulatory environment and requirements of insurance clients.

About Royal London Asset Management

Royal London Asset Management (RLAM), part of the Royal London Group, is one of the UK's leading fund management companies working with a wide range of clients across the globe to achieve their investment goals. Our long-term, client-driven focus means that we have a long-standing commitment to responsible investment. We act as responsible stewards of our clients’ capital, exercising their rights and influencing positive change.

Our People Promise to our colleagues is that we will all work somewhere inclusive, responsible, enjoyable and fulfilling. This is underpinned by our Spirit of Royal London values; Empowered, Trustworthy, Collaborate, Achieve. 

We've always been proud to reward employees by offering great workplace benefits such as 28 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays, an up to 14% employer matching pension scheme and private medical insurance. You can see all our benefits here - Our Benefits  

Inclusion, diversity and belonging 

We’re an Inclusive employer. We celebrate and value different backgrounds and cultures across Royal London. Our diverse people and perspectives give us a range of skills which are recognised and respected – whatever their background.