Pzena Investment Management
Team Assistant
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Team Assistant
Business Development & Client Services Assistant – London, EMEA Region
Location: London, UK Employment Type: Full-time Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM (4 days on-site weekly)
About the Firm
Pzena Investment Management, LLC is a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer managing approximately $80 billion in global equity assets. Founded in 1995, we specialise in equity investment management for institutional, corporate, and individual clients worldwide through separate accounts, sub-advised mutual funds, and commingled vehicles.
With over 165 employees, our core office is in Manhattan, complemented by global offices in London, Dublin, and Melbourne. We seek partners at every level and prioritise internal career growth, highlighting opportunities for mobility within the firm.
About the Role
The London office (established in 2015) serves the UK, Europe, and Middle East & Africa (EMEA), marking a key growth area for the firm. This position supports the EMEA Business Development & Client Services team while collaborating with cross-site teams—including Business Development, Client Service, Legal & Compliance (NY/Dublin), and European/UK Compliance.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate client-facing activities, including:
- Scheduling, communications, and preparation of client meetings, calls, and conference materials
- Booking conference rooms, videoconferencing, catering
- Oversee complex travel logistics for the team, spanning UK/EMEA, covering flights, accommodation, transportation, and itinerary planning.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute client events, business development initiatives, and projects.
- Develop, distribute, and track recurring client communications, such as:
- Commentaries
- Statement reports
- Questionnaire responses
- Open platforms (adhering to strict deadlines)
- Internal liaison with stakeholders:
- Sales
- Compliance
- Internal documentation in Salesforce
- Gathering accurate data for marketing and business requests
- Operational support:
- Processing financial and legal requests
- Managing team expenses via Expensify
- Updating Salesforce records with requested data
- Office administration:
- Upkeep of office supplies
- Postroom operations
- Assisting with London office efficiency
- Flexible backup support for the London team, aiding with ad-hoc tasks.
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Requirements
Qualifications
- Preference for a College Degree.
- Clear preference for experience in financial services, specifically client reporting.
- Demonstrates:
- Exceptional emotional intelligence, sound judgment
- Tenacious work ethic ability to anticipate needs and execute flawlessly
- Adaptability to shifting priorities across-time zones.
- Adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
- Precision and follow-through for high detail-heavy activities
- Interpersonal skills to manage multiple demands with diverse personalities
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (required for Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Comfort handling extensive data and charts.
- Practical travel and project coordination experience.
Working Conditions
- On-site working: Required 4 days per week.
- Remote days: 1 day per week.
- Must proactively adhere to 9:00 AM–5:30 PM schedule (Mon–Fri).
Work Authorization:
At this time, Pzena Investment Management will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position.
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Why Pzena?
Our commitment extends to our employees and families by offering:
- Health & wellness support
- Extended health cover
- Life assurance & income protection
- Loyalty incentives:
- Defined contribution Pension
- Low-carbon pension policies
- A culture of employee-led community impact:
- Firm Charitable Giving contributions
- Charitable Matching programs
- Focus on professional development and continuous learning:
- Curated Lunch & Learning series
- Global Mentorship Program
- Cross-office workgroups and committees focused on improving business processes
Culture & Team Spirit
We foster a collaborative, inclusive work environment through:
- Team-building activities
- Scavenger hunts & ghosting ghosted quarters.
- Club nights
- Monthly birthday celebrations
- Social and holiday events
- Office engagement initiatives:
- Pizza Thursdays
- Inter-office snack rotations (recharging with healthy nibbles).
The Pzena team celebrates diversity and fosters an equitable, inclusive environment. We strive to merge various points of view from our globally diverse constituency.
"Nothing is more powerful in business than a firm, inspired, knitted-together team."
Equal Opportunity Commitment
Pzena Investment Management, LLC proudly values diversity and an inclusive culture. We:
- Encourage applications from all backgrounds.
- Welcome candidates with unique perspectives through open conversation and robust dialogue.
- Proactively advocate for career growth for all qualifying individuals.
For accommodation requests, contact email: careers@pzena.com.
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