Designated Person for Distribution / Distribution Oversight Manager (12-month FTC)
Apply locations Dublin, Leinster
time type Full time
posted on Posted Yesterday
job requisition id R-9414
As one of the world’s leading asset managers, Invesco is dedicated to helping investors worldwide achieve their financial objectives. By delivering the combined power of our distinctive investment management capabilities, we provide a wide range of investment strategies and vehicles to our clients around the world.
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Job Description
We have an outstanding benefits package which includes:
* Company-provided healthcare
* A competitive annual leave allowance
* Flexible working options, including hybrid working arrangements
* Generous pension provisions
* Income protection
* Health and wellness benefits
* Volunteering days
* Enhanced parental leave
* Life insurance
Your Team:
This is a fantastic opportunity to join our EMEA Distribution Oversight team, in an exciting and challenging role, reporting directly to the Head of EMEA Distribution Oversight. The role will be based in our Dublin office.
Your Role:
The Distribution Oversight Manager/Designated Person-Distribution is implementing and managing Distribution Oversight for our Dublin-based fund ranges across Invesco’s ETFs and Liquidity Funds as well as contributing to the EMEA-wide Distribution Oversight efforts.
What we are looking for:
You will be part of the EMEA Distribution Oversight team and perform oversight of the Distribution network for Invesco Investment Management Limited (IIML), in accordance with CBI regulatory requirements and IIML risk management approach. Your role is a Pre-approved Control Function (PCF39E).
* Act as Designated Person of IIML with responsibility for Distribution reporting to the IIML Board
* Ensure compliance with IIMLs Business Plan with respect to Distribution Oversight
* Point of escalation for any client and delegate issues relating to Distribution
* Interact with the other Designated Persons and report to the Board, as appropriate on activities and findings
* Monitor relevant reporting, MI and KPIs for areas of responsibility
* Timely and accurate reporting to the CBI for relevant regulatory reporting associated with responsibilities
* Ensuring effective risk management, control, and oversight of the areas for which you are responsible
* Ensure appropriate oversight of the Distribution function and appointed 3rd party distributors are in place
* Ensuring distributor onboarding and oversight policies are adhered to
* Ensuring a risk-based oversight of distributors plan is in place and adhered to
* Appropriate initial/periodic and ongoing due diligence of distributors is undertaken
* Distribution risks are identified and managed
* Liaising with local sales offices, oversight teams and AML team
* Actively contribute to the EMEA-wide Distribution Oversight efforts and provide support to the Head of EMEA Distribution Oversight where necessary
* Keeping well informed on industry developments and best practice and representing the company within the industry
What you can bring:
* Proven experience working within the Asset Management industry, preferably within a Distribution related activity or function
* Knowledge of Fund registration and the European Fund industry regulations (e.g. UCITS, AIFM, MiFID)
* Excellent knowledge/strong experience in DP responsibilities in line with CP 86
* Very good understanding of Fund distribution chains, contractual arrangements and related operational challenges and associated risks
* Good understanding of management company activities and its regulatory framework, as well as corporate governance
* Build and manage relationships internally, externally, and globally
* Communicate and listen effectively
* Work independently within a global organisation to the highest standards
* Stay forward-thinking, adapt to change and be proactive
* Approach issues analytically, with structured thinking and strong attention to detail
Disability Confident Scheme
UK applicants who opt in to the Disability Confident Scheme and meet the criteria for the role will be offered an interview. We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process for all candidates who make an application. By opting-in to this scheme, applicants will be disclosing that they have a disability solely for the purpose of the Disability Confident Scheme.
The Disability Confident Scheme only guarantees an interview – it does not automatically mean that applicants interviewed will gain employment with Invesco at that time.
To apply through the Disability Confident Scheme in the UK, you’ll need to firstly ensure you have applied for the role via our external careers page. Following this, you’ll need to email us at emea-talentacquisition@invesco.com confirming your wish to opt-in, alongside your contact details and the title of the role you wish to apply for.
Full Time / Part Time
Full time
Worker Type
Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)
Job Exempt (Yes / No)
No
Workplace Model
At Invesco, our workplace model supports our culture and meets the needs of our clients while providing flexibility our employees value. As a full-time employee, compliance with the workplace policy means working with your direct manager to create a schedule where you will work in your designated office at least three days a week, with two days working outside an Invesco office.
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! We want all of our candidates to shine during the application and selection process, so if you need any adjustments to be made, please send an e-mail to emea-talentacquisition@invesco.com. Please include your name, the job you are interested in, and the type of adjustment you need (for example; breaks during your interview, remote interviews, additional time for assessments or other required adjustments).
We promote a working environment that welcomes everyone and creates inclusive teams, celebrates difference and encourages everyone to be themselves at work.
Our commitment to the community and environmental, social and governance investing:
We partner with charitable organisations globally to make an impact in the communities where we live and work. Our people are encouraged to support the charities they feel most passionate about. We are also committed to environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing. We serve our clients in this space as a trusted partner both on specific responsible investment product strategies as well as part of our commitment to deliver a superior investment experience.
Recruitment Agencies:
Invesco has an in-house recruitment team, which focuses on sourcing great candidates directly. Invesco will not accept unsolicited resumes from agency or search firm recruiters. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired. When we do use agencies, we have a PSL in place, so please do not contact hiring managers directly.
Regulatory:
This position may fall in-scope of one or multiple regimes/directives.
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