Corporate Access Associate

About Us
Wellington Management
offers comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets. Our investment solutions, tailored to the unique return and risk objectives of institutional clients in more than 60 countries, draw on a robust body of proprietary research and a collaborative culture that encourages independent thought and healthy debate. As a private partnership, we believe our ownership structure fosters a long-term view that aligns our perspectives with those of our clients.

About The Role
THE COMPANY
Tracing our roots to 1928, Wellington Management is one of the world's largest independent investment management firms. With US$1 trillion + in assets under management as of June , we serve as a trusted adviser to institutional clients and mutual fund sponsors in over 50 countries. Our innovative investment solutions are built on the strength of proprietary, independent research and span nearly all segments of the global capital markets, including equity, fixed income, multi-asset, and alternative strategies. As a private partnership whose sole business is investment management, our long-term views and interests are aligned with those of our clients. We are committed to attracting a talented and diverse workforce, and to fostering an open, collaborative culture of inclusivity because we believe multiple perspectives lead to more informed investment and business decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome people with diverse life experiences, fresh ideas, and specialized subject-matter expertise.

THE POSITION
The Corporate Access Analyst, based in London, will be part of a team responsible for developing and executing corporate access events across EMEA i.e. coordination and management of access to corporates, experts and government entities. This will include on and off-site meetings, site visits, conference calls, roadshows, investment conferences and bespoke field trips. This is a hands-on role which requires ownership of day-to-day coordination between our investment professionals and the corporates. The Analyst will engage with investors, proactively suggest agendas, itineraries and respond to company queries and questions where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Partner with global investment professionals to understand and support their corporate access needs across European markets
• Coordinate with international colleagues to deliver timely updates and identify strategic corporate access opportunities across regions
• Engage with the Investor Relations community in partnership with corporate access team to strengthen Wellington's corporate partnerships and brand
• Work closely with sell-side counterparts, brokers and third-party vendors to manage corporate access activity
• Collaborate with buy-side partners to design and execute tailored conferences in London that align with their strategic objectives and engagement preferences
• Coordinate with research providers to design and optimize conference schedules that align with investment professionals' priorities
• Support investment professionals in fulfilling their expert engagement requirements, ensuring all interactions adhere to regulatory standards and internal compliance protocols
• Contribute to the development and implementation of technology solutions that streamline and enhance the corporate access process
• Update and analyze current processes and procedures and actively suggest improvements and assist with training

Qualifications

• Relevant experience within financial services in particular; corporate access and investor relations but not essential
• A strong team player with excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills
• A service attitude and mindset
• Self-motivated and strategic thinker with a strong desire to learn and grow within the role
• Ability to develop relationships with investment professionals to gain an understanding and empathy with their needs as an investor
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally
• Highly motivated and proactive individual who is capable of working on their own initiative
• High attention to detail and consistent follow through; accuracy with all work is essential
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Composed and diplomatic under pressure, with the confidence to advocate for sound decisions in high-visibility situations
• Strong Excel and database skills are an advantage

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? That's ok. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skill, workplace experiences, and backgrounds.

As an equal opportunity employer, Wellington Management ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to
race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law
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We believe that in person interactions inspire and energize our community and are essential to our culture. In support of this commitment, our employees work from our offices 4 days a week with flexibility to work remotely 1 day a week. We believe that this approach ultimately supports our mission to deliver investment excellence to our clients and their beneficiaries over the long term.