Fund Operations

SUMMARY

Our client is hiring Fund Operations to join the team.

A suitable candidate should be a motivated and multi-skilled individual that meets the requirements of the role.

DUTIES TO INCLUDE

• Aid management in the creation of the Client and Fund Onboarding function within the team.
• Manage operational onboarding pipeline and processes for new clients and new investment arrangements.
• Create a framework defining the proposed pathways to manage the variations in the onboarding experience.
• Work with custodian banks to open the range of accounts and links required.
• Work with operations teams to administer the investment steps needed to support occasional asset take-on/transition as per any new business.
• Assist Client service, Sales and Investment teams on post-go-live trade issues.
• Production of MIS for management consumption.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of the Governance framework to monitor and evaluate major TPA including State Street.
• Build and strengthen cross-locational team relationships by actively collaborating with team members and participating in weekly team meetings.
• Cross-train with AML/KYC expert and act as assistance/cover as required.
• Develop and implement effective and efficient controls policies and processes that are consistent with best practices.
• Process regular procedure reviews and updates.
• Liaise directly with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to reduce risk and increase the scalability of existing processes through controls, procedures and technology enhancements

KEY REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• Undergraduate degree; preferably in accounting, finance or business.
• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA).
• Fund or Investment Operations experience gained in a wealth or fund management environment.
• Knowledge of Hedge Fund, PI, and PE investment terms is required.
• Strong technical fund and related investment expertise.
• Able to take ownership and responsibility, make effective decisions and lead by example.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized, analytical and with exceptional attention to detail.
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of the financial service’s regulatory environment, with a particular focus on asset management and investment funds governance.
• Client-centric, with a desire to meet the needs of the business.
• Displays the highest standards of personal honesty and integrity.
• Proactive, with a flexible approach to balancing workload and conflicting priorities.
• Excellent MS Excel and Word skills are required

DESIRABLE

• Experience in retail would be advantage.