Analyst, Talent Acquisition and Talent Management, People & Performance in London

Pemberton Asset Management is a leading European private credit manager. Built on more than a decade of experience and deep credit expertise, we provide innovative, cycle-tested private credit solutions for LPs and GPs. Pemberton’s extensive origination network of ten European offices, local market and sector expertise are core characteristics of Pemberton’s value proposition. A substantial investment team, a broad and independent credit function and rigorous credit analysis inform our investment approach. We are committed to advancing responsible investing in private credit and fostering long-term value through transparent partnerships. Pemberton manages USD $28.8bn in AuM and employs more than 200+ staff globally.

Role Relationships:

• Reporting to Executive Director, People & Performance
• All members of the People & Performance team
• Hiring Managers across the firm

Role Responsibilities:

• Talent Acquisition
  • Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and agree the right recruitment strategy for each hire.
  • Lead direct recruitment, building a strong personal talent network and minimise reliance on recruitment firms.
  • Prepare and post job advertisements, and where possible use AI-driven sourcing tools to reach a broad, diverse candidate pool.
  • Screen CVs, shortlist candidates and conduct first-round interviews assessing talent through an objective, evidence-based approach.
  • Prepare offer documentation and support onboarding, acting as the candidate's main point of contact from offer through to start date.
  • Lead recruitment of summer interns and graduates, building relationships with universities to develop a diverse early-career pipeline.
• Recruitment Co-ordination and Reporting
  • Coordinate interview scheduling and candidate communications, helping build the firm's employer brand.
  • Maintain accurate recruitment data in the ATS (pipeline, time-to-hire, source of hire, conversion rates) and respond to ad-hoc reporting requests from hiring managers, in alignment with quarterly reporting produced by the People and Performance analytics lead.
  • Manage the administrative onboarding of new recruitment agencies and executive search firms, including setting up contracts and terms of business, ensuring commercially favourable rates and clear service level expectations.
  • Support the People and Performance team to evaluate new recruitment technology.
• Talent Management and Development
  • Support the coordination and delivery of training and development programmes across the firm, including logistical planning, attendance management and feedback analysis.
  • Assist with the administration and ongoing development of the firm's mentoring programme, helping to match participants, coordinate communications and monitor programme effectiveness.
  • Support diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, including events, partnerships, reporting and employee engagement activities that help promote a diverse and inclusive workplace.
  • Assist with talent management processes, including performance management, succession planning and employee engagement activities.
  • Produce reporting and analysis on talent development initiatives, helping the People & Performance team assess participation, effectiveness and outcomes.
  • Support the organisation of firm-wide learning events, workshops and external training programmes, working with internal stakeholders and external providers as required.
• Compliance and ESG Responsibilities
  • Individual Conduct rules: act with integrity; act with due care, skill and diligence; be open and cooperative with the FCA, PRA and other regulators; pay due regard to customers' interests; observe proper standards of market conduct.

Work Experience and Qualifications:

• At least 2 years' experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, talent management or a related People / HR role.
• Strong academic record.
• Comfortable using, and keen to develop further, AI and recruitment technology.
• Nice to have: experience in asset management, private equity or private credit; ATS experience.

Key Qualities:

• We have an uncompromising commitment to creating value, so a passion for excellence and the desire to fulfil personal, team and firm potential is essential.
• Takes ownership and delivers on time.
• Commercially minded, with an entrepreneurial approach to problem-solving.
• Collaborative, with strong communication skills and the confidence to work with senior stakeholders.
• Curious about AI and new technology, and how it's reshaping hiring.
• Interested in learning, development, mentoring and inclusive talent practices.
• Discreet with confidential information; calm under pressure.

Culture (Supporting, Growing, Thriving):

• Innovative
• Committed
• Client-Focused
• Collaborative
• Entrepreneurial
• High-Performing
• Respectful
• Supportive

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive; additional assignments may be required. Duties and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, at Pemberton’s sole discretion.

Pemberton is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion or belief, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, termination, compensation, benefits, training, and development. Pemberton is also committed to making reasonable adjustments to accommodate the needs of disabled employees and applicants. All employees, managers, and those involved in recruitment or employment decisions are required to comply with this policy.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact People and Performance at careers@pembertonam.com.

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain regulatory licenses/certification if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following non exhaustive list: Attending client meetings where you are discussing products and/or and client questions; and Marketing funds to clients. Note: Please speak with your Pemberton Recruiting contact with any questions.

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