Manager, Communications

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:

• Support Communications Directors covering EMEA in external and internal communications planning and execution for PGIM.
• Lead on communications strategy and execution for areas including PGIM’s macroeconomics team, London-based fund managers, UK wealth and select continental European strategies.
• Identify media opportunities, produce press materials and thought leadership content, and prepare spokespeople for interviews, press briefings, and speaking engagements to ensure impactful representation.

What you can expect:

• Monitor and measure media engagement to inform and guide media activity and effectiveness of external communications activities.
• Collaborate with the global communications team to ensure effective day-to-day management of our network of EMEA PR agencies.
• Support EMEA Communications Directors with business and regulatory communications projects as well as issues and crisis management.
• Build relationships of trust with external influencers (i.e. relevant journalists and publications) and key stakeholders across the businesses.
• Draft and secure approvals for press releases and other materials.
• Respond to media enquiries and work with spokespeople to arrange interviews and facilitate any follow-up activities.
• Plan and host media events.

What you will bring:

• Ideally 5-7+ years of communications experience; In-house asset management or agency experience preferred.
• Communications experience in the asset management or financial services industry essential – ideally international.
• Fluency in German or Dutch preferred but are not essential.
• Bachelor’s degree.

What will set you apart?

• Impeccable writing and editing skills.
• Strong news judgement - ability to discern and capitalize on creative news angles.
• Existing relationships with key journalists – ability to establish and nurture new relationships with media targets and reporters.
• Strong project management skills and ability to devise and execute campaigns.
• Knowledge of content and channel strategy across traditional, social and emerging platforms.
• Good time management and the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Global worldview, knowledge of geopolitical and macroeconomic forces, and insatiable intellectual curiosity.
• Enjoys a collaborative work environment but also able to work independently.
• Analytical and lateral thinker.

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 8 times your basic annual salary, up to a max benefit of £1.8million.

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.