About this role
Pemberton Asset Management is a leading European private credit manager. Built on more than a decade of experience and deep credit expertise, we provide innovative, cycle-tested private credit solutions for LPs and GPs. Pemberton’s extensive origination network of ten European offices, local market and sector expertise are core characteristics of Pemberton’s value proposition. A substantial investment team, a broad and independent credit function and rigorous credit analysis inform our investment approach. We are committed to advancing responsible investing in private credit and fostering long-term value through transparent partnerships.
Pemberton manages USD $28.8bn in AuM and employs more than 200+ staff globally. (*As of 30th September 2025. Defined as capital committed since inception)
Further information is available at www.pembertonam.com http://www.pembertonam.com. Follow Pemberton on LinkedIn here http://www.linkedin.com/company/pemberton-asset-management.
This position sits within Invensa, a joint venture established by Pemberton Asset Management and Santander Corporate & Investment Banking. Invensa operates as a dedicated platform focused on delivering inventory and supply chain finance solutions to corporates globally.
Further information is available here: Invensa website https://www.invensatrade.com/ [ https://pembertonam.com/news/pemberton-and-santander-cib-agree-strategic-partnership-to-launch-invensa/pembertonam.com http://pembertonam.com] https://pembertonam.com/news/pemberton-and-santander-cib-agree-strategic-partnership-to-launch-invensa/
Level: Associate
Functional Title: Associate, Strategic Operations
Location: London
About the Company
At Invensa, we empower customers to rethink supply chains and financial strategies for a more resilient, efficient future. Our inventory and supply chain solutions boost cash flow, mitigate risk, and drive operational excellence, powered by proprietary technology and the expertise of Santander and Pemberton Asset Management.
About the Role
This role is focused on institutional strategy and corporate operations. Acting as a trusted partner to the COO, you will drive the delivery of the company’s strategy, build out the corporate infrastructure to scale the platform, and help operate the leadership cadence that keeps the business on track.
Role Responsibilities
- Partner with the COO to deliver the company’s strategy and lead priority strategic initiatives across the business.
- Lead cross-functional programmes end-to-end, scoping, stakeholder alignment, delivery, and post-implementation review, across business, operations, and technology workstreams.
- Partner with the Company Secretary and external corporate service providers to support the maintenance and expansion of the firm’s corporate structure across multiple jurisdictions and the operational and regulatory integrity of all subsidiaries and core governance policies.
- Assist the COO with reporting to the Board, internal and external stakeholders to ensure the company remains compliant with applicable industry standards.
- Work with the COO and Head of Risk to operate and evolve the operational risk and controls framework.
- Manage relationships with external vendors such as corporate service providers, tax and accounting advisors, and law firms, and optimise procurement cycles to ensure service levels are aligned with rapid growth and cost-efficiency targets.
- Partner with Finance on the annual, quarterly, and monthly plans, business reviews, and KPI reporting.
- Deploy AI, agentic workflows, and process improvements to eliminate operational friction and enhance processes.
- Support the deal team operationally, including maintaining the transaction pipeline in the CRM and contributing to operational risk assessments for business approval.
Compliance and ESG Responsibilities
In performing regulated and unregulated activities for the firm the person will follow the Individual Conduct rules:
· Act with integrity
· Act with due care, skill and diligence
· Open and cooperative with the FCA, the PRA and other regulators
· Pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly
· Observe proper standards of market conduct
Work Experience and Qualifications
- 5+ years’ experience at a top-tier strategy consultancy (McKinsey, Bain, BCG, or equivalent), investment bank, or in a prior Chief of Staff, Strategy & Operations, or Business Operations role at an institutionally-backed financial services or high-growth firm. MBA or relevant professional qualification (e.g. CFA) welcomed but not required.
- Detail oriented with demonstrable track record of managing complex engagements or programmes involving multiple internal and external stakeholders, tight deadlines, and multiple technical workstreams.
- Exhibit institutional rigour through previous experience working with Company Secretaries and external corporate service providers to maintain corporate policies, procedures, and subsidiary frameworks within a multi-jurisdictional environment.
- Experience scoping process improvements and digital workflows and working with technology or product teams on implementation, from requirements through rollout, including translating complex business needs into technical workflows.
- Familiarity with financial services products and transactions, ideally trade, supply-chain or inventory finance, structured credit, or working capital solutions, sufficient to engage with the deal team.
- Active user of AI tooling in a professional context, with demonstrable interest in applying AI and agentic workflows to operational processes.
Culture (Supporting, Growing, Thriving)
· Innovative
· Committed
· Client-Focused
· Collaborative
· Entrepreneurial
· High-Performing
· Respectful
· Supportive
The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive; additional assignments may be required. Duties and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, at Pemberton’s sole discretion.
Pemberton is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion or belief, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, termination, compensation, benefits, training, and development. Pemberton is also committed to making reasonable adjustments to accommodate the needs of disabled employees and applicants. All employees, managers, and those involved in recruitment or employment decisions are required to comply with this policy.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact People and Performance at [email protected]
Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain regulatory licenses/certification if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following non exhaustive list:
- Attending client meetings where you are discussing products and/or and client questions; and
- Marketing funds to clients.
Note: Please speak with your Pemberton Recruiting contact with any questions.
To submit your application please complete the application form via 'Apply for this Job' below. Fields marked with a red asterisk * must be completed to be considered for employment (although some can be answered "prefer not to say"). Failure to provide this information may compromise the follow-up of your application. When you have finished click 'Submit Application' at the bottom of the application form.
Pemberton manages USD $28.8bn in AuM and employs more than 200+ staff globally. (*As of 30th September 2025. Defined as capital committed since inception)
Further information is available at www.pembertonam.com http://www.pembertonam.com. Follow Pemberton on LinkedIn here http://www.linkedin.com/company/pemberton-asset-management.
This position sits within Invensa, a joint venture established by Pemberton Asset Management and Santander Corporate & Investment Banking. Invensa operates as a dedicated platform focused on delivering inventory and supply chain finance solutions to corporates globally.
Further information is available here: Invensa website https://www.invensatrade.com/ [ https://pembertonam.com/news/pemberton-and-santander-cib-agree-strategic-partnership-to-launch-invensa/pembertonam.com http://pembertonam.com] https://pembertonam.com/news/pemberton-and-santander-cib-agree-strategic-partnership-to-launch-invensa/
Level: Associate
Functional Title: Associate, Strategic Operations
Location: London
About the Company
At Invensa, we empower customers to rethink supply chains and financial strategies for a more resilient, efficient future. Our inventory and supply chain solutions boost cash flow, mitigate risk, and drive operational excellence, powered by proprietary technology and the expertise of Santander and Pemberton Asset Management.
About the Role
This role is focused on institutional strategy and corporate operations. Acting as a trusted partner to the COO, you will drive the delivery of the company’s strategy, build out the corporate infrastructure to scale the platform, and help operate the leadership cadence that keeps the business on track.
Role Responsibilities
- Partner with the COO to deliver the company’s strategy and lead priority strategic initiatives across the business.
- Lead cross-functional programmes end-to-end, scoping, stakeholder alignment, delivery, and post-implementation review, across business, operations, and technology workstreams.
- Partner with the Company Secretary and external corporate service providers to support the maintenance and expansion of the firm’s corporate structure across multiple jurisdictions and the operational and regulatory integrity of all subsidiaries and core governance policies.
- Assist the COO with reporting to the Board, internal and external stakeholders to ensure the company remains compliant with applicable industry standards.
- Work with the COO and Head of Risk to operate and evolve the operational risk and controls framework.
- Manage relationships with external vendors such as corporate service providers, tax and accounting advisors, and law firms, and optimise procurement cycles to ensure service levels are aligned with rapid growth and cost-efficiency targets.
- Partner with Finance on the annual, quarterly, and monthly plans, business reviews, and KPI reporting.
- Deploy AI, agentic workflows, and process improvements to eliminate operational friction and enhance processes.
- Support the deal team operationally, including maintaining the transaction pipeline in the CRM and contributing to operational risk assessments for business approval.
Compliance and ESG Responsibilities
In performing regulated and unregulated activities for the firm the person will follow the Individual Conduct rules:
· Act with integrity
· Act with due care, skill and diligence
· Open and cooperative with the FCA, the PRA and other regulators
· Pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly
· Observe proper standards of market conduct
Work Experience and Qualifications
- 5+ years’ experience at a top-tier strategy consultancy (McKinsey, Bain, BCG, or equivalent), investment bank, or in a prior Chief of Staff, Strategy & Operations, or Business Operations role at an institutionally-backed financial services or high-growth firm. MBA or relevant professional qualification (e.g. CFA) welcomed but not required.
- Detail oriented with demonstrable track record of managing complex engagements or programmes involving multiple internal and external stakeholders, tight deadlines, and multiple technical workstreams.
- Exhibit institutional rigour through previous experience working with Company Secretaries and external corporate service providers to maintain corporate policies, procedures, and subsidiary frameworks within a multi-jurisdictional environment.
- Experience scoping process improvements and digital workflows and working with technology or product teams on implementation, from requirements through rollout, including translating complex business needs into technical workflows.
- Familiarity with financial services products and transactions, ideally trade, supply-chain or inventory finance, structured credit, or working capital solutions, sufficient to engage with the deal team.
- Active user of AI tooling in a professional context, with demonstrable interest in applying AI and agentic workflows to operational processes.
Culture (Supporting, Growing, Thriving)
· Innovative
· Committed
· Client-Focused
· Collaborative
· Entrepreneurial
· High-Performing
· Respectful
· Supportive
The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive; additional assignments may be required. Duties and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, at Pemberton’s sole discretion.
Pemberton is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion or belief, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, termination, compensation, benefits, training, and development. Pemberton is also committed to making reasonable adjustments to accommodate the needs of disabled employees and applicants. All employees, managers, and those involved in recruitment or employment decisions are required to comply with this policy.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact People and Performance at [email protected]
Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain regulatory licenses/certification if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following non exhaustive list:
- Attending client meetings where you are discussing products and/or and client questions; and
- Marketing funds to clients.
Note: Please speak with your Pemberton Recruiting contact with any questions.
To submit your application please complete the application form via 'Apply for this Job' below. Fields marked with a red asterisk * must be completed to be considered for employment (although some can be answered "prefer not to say"). Failure to provide this information may compromise the follow-up of your application. When you have finished click 'Submit Application' at the bottom of the application form.
About Pemberton Asset Management Group
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