Governance Associate / Company Secretary - 12m FTC (London)

PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets. We invest our clients' capital across a range of fixed income and credit opportunities, leveraging our decades of experience navigating complex debt markets. Our flexible capital base and deep relationships with issuers have helped us become one of the world's largest providers of traditional and nontraditional solutions for companies that need financing and investors who seek strong risk-adjusted returns.Since 1971, our people have shaped our organization through a high-performance inclusive culture, in which we celebrate diverse thinking. We invest in our people and strive to imprint our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence. We believe each of us is here to help others succeed and this has led to PIMCO being recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients.OverviewWe are seeking a highly organized individual to join PIMCO's European Legal team on an interim contract basis. This pivotal role is designed to support the comprehensive legal services we provide across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), as well as our European fund complexes and their global distribution efforts. Located in London, this position offers the unique opportunity to work alongside a seasoned team of senior lawyers and legal associates.The successful candidate will play a crucial role in coordinating Board and governance arrangements for PIMCO's operating entities and funds within the EMEA region, alongside managing related legal team processes. This position demands a candidate who is not only highly organized and efficient but also excels in delivering outstanding client service. The ideal candidate will possess the confidence to engage with individuals at all organizational levels, thrive in a team environment, independently manage their workload, and proactively seek ways to enhance existing processes. Exceptional communication skills are essential, as the role involves regular interaction with senior stakeholders, including CEOs, Board Directors, and Independent Directors.ResponsibilitiesBoard and Governance Coordination: Oversee the coordination of Board and governance arrangements for operating entities and funds, ensuring compliance with corporate filing requirements.Meeting Preparation and Coordination: Responsible for preparing board meeting materials, setting agendas, and coordinating timelines to meet reporting deadlines. This includes collaboration with external Company Secretary teams.Legal Support and Project Involvement: Provide support for various legal functions and projects, such as enhancing legal team processes, contributing to regulatory implementation projects, and responding to internal audit and regulatory engagement requests.Desired QualificationsRelevant Experience: Prior experience in managing or coordinating Board/governance arrangements, with a preference for candidates familiar with Companies House and other international registry filings.Industry Background: A background in the financial services or asset management industry is highly desirable.Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational and efficiency skills, with a proactive approach to workload management.Communication: Strong communication abilities, capable of effectively working with and managing multiple stakeholders.Technological Proficiency: Experience with technology solutions for Board and legal processes is advantageous.Attention to Detail: An exceptional eye for detail is crucial.Integrity: A high degree of personal and professional integrity is expected.

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