Chief Executive Officer - RLAM ManCo
Location Dublin, Ireland
Hybrid Model
Closing Date 11th June 2026
Who we are
Royal London Asset Management (RLAM) is an integral part of the customer owned mutual society Royal London and a sister company to Royal London Ireland, which is Ireland's leading provider of protection insurance with a growing retirement business.
RLAM is headquartered in London with ambitions to grow in a targeted way internationally. Establishing an Irish Management Company (Manco) is an important step in RLAM's growth strategy driven by the intention to deliver a world class customer experience and ensure growth is driven and managed with customer interests at the core.
RLAM has over Euro20B of AUM in Dublin based funds and is actively preparing to launch their first ETFs in Ireland. RLAM is currently applying for CBI approval for the new Manco with the appointment of a CEO as a critical step. Manco employees will be based alongside Royal London Ireland's 170-plus staff on St Stephen's Green and will play an important role in shaping, driving and protecting our growth.
What You'll Be Responsible For
As CEO of the RLAM ManCo, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight, ensuring the organisation delivers on its objectives while maintaining the highest standards of governance and regulatory compliance. Acting as the critical link between the Board and day-to-day operations, you will safeguard governance, manage risk, and drive organisational effectiveness - while enabling the continued growth of RLAM's European business.
Strategic Leadership & Governance
Shape and deliver RLAM's European strategy in partnership with senior leadership
Act as the single point of executive accountability for ManCo performance
Partner with the Board and Chair to ensure strong governance and decision-making
Represent RLAM in industry forums and regulatory engagement
Operational Oversight
Oversee all ManCo activities, including Irish operations and the initial establishment of a German branch
Ensure effective supervision of Designated Persons and delegated functions
Maintain robust governance, risk, and control frameworks in line with regulatory expectations
Drive operational resilience, performance, and commercial discipline
Regulatory & Distribution Oversight
Act as CEO and concurrently undertake Designated Person responsibilities for either Distribution or Capital and Financial Management, in line with regulatory guidance
Engage proactively with the Central Bank of Ireland and other regulators
Ensure strong oversight, governance, and escalation frameworks are in place
People & Culture
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing senior leadership team
Foster a culture aligned to Royal London values and ethical standards
Ensure robust succession planning and organisational capability
We're seeking a highly experienced and credible executive who brings:
Deep expertise across UCITS, AIFM, MiFID and European regulatory frameworks
Strong track record of engaging with regulators at a senior level
Experience managing multi-jurisdictional operations and branch oversight
Outstanding board-level communication, influencing, and decision-making skills
Whether you're an experienced CEO seeking a new challenge, a current Designated Person ready to step up, or bring a diverse skillset, RLAM welcomes individuals with the energy and vision to help grow our business.
You’ll be a strategic, collaborative leader, able to drive growth while maintaining strong governance and regulatory discipline.
At RLAM, you’ll play a key role in shaping our European business within a respected, purpose-driven mutual-focused on long‑term, client‑first outcomes and sustainable growth.
Controlled Functions
some of our roles are controlled functions' as defined by the Central Bank Reform Act 2010 Central Bank Reform Act 2010 (Sections 20 and 22) Regulations and 2011 (S.I. No. 437 of 2011), as amended. If a vacancy is for a Controlled Function (CF), it will state this in the job title above. For CF roles, appointment will be conditional on Royal London Ireland being fully satisfied that the appointee meets the requirements as set out in the Fitness and Probity standards issued by the Central Bank of Ireland; as well the Minimum Competency Code Requirements, as applicable for the role
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