Chief of Staff – Finance (Group CFO Office) in London

Our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. With a heritage dating back more than 175 years, we have a long history of innovation in savings and investments, combining asset management and insurance expertise to offer a wide range of solutions. Our two distinct operating segments, Asset Management and Life, work together to provide access to balanced, long-term investment and savings solutions.

This role operates at the intersection of strategy, governance, and execution within the Group CFO Office. A typical month will involve producing the CFO Report for GEC and Board, managing the Finance governance calendar, preparing briefings ahead of meetings, coordinating talent and resourcing matters, driving the Finance Leadership Team's operational rhythm, and supporting internal communications.

The Finance Chief of Staff acts as a trusted adviser and right hand to the Group Chief Financial Officer, enabling the successful delivery of the Group CFO's strategy, plan, and day-to-day effectiveness. The role operates across the Finance Leadership Team (FLT) and key governance forums (at both executive and Board levels) to ensure alignment, quality of output, and timely delivery of all Finance commitments.

They work with a broad range of internal stakeholders – including FLT members, ExCo members, Board members, Company Secretariat, HR, Internal Communications, and the CEO Office – as well as external parties as relevant. They will be expected to develop deep, trust-based relationships across all levels and geographies.

Key Responsibilities:

• CFO Report and Board/Committee Papers: Own and produce the CFO Report end-to-end – from coordinating inputs across teams, to ensuring executive commentary is appropriate, and managing the submission timeline with the Company Secretariat.
• Governance Calendar and Action Tracking: Manage the Finance governance calendar and action log – tracking all open actions across governance forums; coordinating paper schedules and submission deadlines with the Company Secretariat; ensuring follow-through on commitments; and proactively managing the sequencing and prioritisation of Finance deliverables across reporting cycles.
• Finance Leadership Team Operations: Drive the operational rhythm of the Finance Leadership Team – setting agendas, preparing materials, capturing and tracking actions from regular meetings and quarterly offsites, facilitating priority-setting exercises, and ensuring follow-up on strategic commitments.
• Communication and Engagement Strategy: Help to shape and deliver the Finance communication and engagement strategy, which is owned by our Internal Comms Business Partner.
• Talent, Resourcing, and DE&I: In partnership with HR, lead on key talent matters including hiring, retention, development, and succession planning.
• Group CFO Effectiveness: Maximise the Group CFO's effectiveness – managing and triaging priorities, preparing briefing packs and to-do lists ahead of key meetings.
• External Stakeholder Coordination: Coordinate engagement with key external stakeholders on behalf of the Group CFO.
• Special Projects and CFO Delegation: Lead special project work as directed by the Group CFO and act as a delegate for the Group CFO when required.
• Controls Accountability: Work collaboratively with colleagues and take personal accountability to maintain and enhance controls.

Key Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Ability to build and manage strong relationships with senior management team members.
• An awareness and understanding of the wider business, economic, and market environment.
• Programme and project management capability.
• Significant experience of influencing and negotiation at all levels of the organisation.
• High level of diplomacy, discretion, and problem-solving ability.
• Strong written communication skills.

This role is a fixed term contract.

At M&G, we’re committed to helping you thrive and supporting your wellbeing, both at work and beyond. Our benefits are designed to help you balance your professional and personal life, while planning confidently for your future.

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