This role will (i) help Vanguard assess the implications of regulations, (ii) consider how to incorporate regulatory considerations into Vanguard's processes and (iii) ensure appropriate disclosure of these activities in reporting deliverables. Ultimately this role will fulfil the mandate to effectively implement regulatory change across our European business, sitting across both pillars of the Regulatory Programme Office - ESG and Non-ESG.
You will have an exciting opportunity to help shape the build-out of Vanguard's offer and keep pace with the challenges of regulatory change.
This role will (i) help Vanguard assess the implications of regulations, (ii) consider how to incorporate regulatory considerations into Vanguard's processes and (iii) ensure appropriate disclosure of these activities in reporting deliverables. Ultimately this role will fulfil the mandate to effectively implement regulatory change across our European business, sitting across both pillars of the Regulatory Programme Office - ESG and Non-ESG.
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In this role you will:
- Lead change workstreams, analysing a broad range of regulation (including ESG regulation) to understand the key implications, and plan, schedule, coordinate, and manage activities required to deliver the project.
- Collaborate closely with representatives across IMG (Investment Management Group), Stewardship, PRD (Portfolio Review Department), OGC (Office of the General Counsel), Data, ESG, Distribution and Technology teams to understand where change is required to meet European regulatory requirements.
- Produce detailed documentation to record requirements and prepare executive-level communications to summarise the high-level impact.
- Lead workshops to design implementation solutions to incorporate considerations across the business.
- Gain a detailed understanding of ESG across Vanguard and the industry.
- Build relationships with senior stakeholders to foster European connectivity.
- Coach and support junior members of the team regarding best practice of business analysis and project management.
- Develop, manage and execute project plans (working closely with programme managers) and define the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders.
- Benefit from coaching and mentorship from Vanguard Europe's senior management within the Finance organization.
What it takes / qualifications:
- Minimum of four years related work experience, with experience in leading regulatory analysis and project management essential.
- Experience in ESG regulation and a passion for sustainability highly desirable.
- Experience in asset management highly desirable.
- Diligent, with a high attention to detail.
- Able to think critically and strategically, navigate ambiguity and identify interdependencies.
- Effective communicator, able to articulate challenges and solutions simply and clearly.
- Able to see and understand the big picture, while being able to deep-dive into the detail.
- Able to build and develop strong relationships across diverse partner teams.
- Highly organised, and good at managing and influencing stakeholders.
- A self-starter, able to independently identify and progress workstreams.
- Ambitious and eager to develop your career.
- An inherent focus on strategic delivery with an ability to 'join the dots' across the organisation, especially against specific risk management, governance and board reporting requirements.
Special Factors
- Hybrid work model
- Vanguard is not offering sponsorship for this position.
Why Vanguard?
Vanguard is a different kind of investment company. It was founded in the United States in 1975 on a simple but revolutionary idea: that an investment company should manage its funds solely in the interests of its clients.
This is a philosophy that has helped millions of people around the world to achieve their goals with low-cost, uncomplicated investments.
It's what we stand for: value to investors.
Inclusion Statement
Vanguard's continued commitment to diversity and inclusion is firmly rooted in our culture. Every decision we make to best serve our clients, crew (internally employees are referred to as crew), and communities is guided by one simple statement: "Do the right thing."
We believe that a critical aspect of doing the right thing requires building diverse, inclusive, and highly effective teams of individuals who are as unique as the clients they serve. We empower our crew to contribute their distinct strengths to achieving Vanguard's core purpose through our values.
When all crew members feel valued and included, our ability to collaborate and innovate is amplified, and we are united in delivering on Vanguard's core purpose: to take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.