Head of Private Capital (Corporate Trust)
Looking for experienced leaders within the Loans Solutions space! This role will have you take responsibility for the Private Credit offering within a market leading Corporate Trust. You must have:- A market leading Lending understanding.- Experience facing off to buy-side clients.- Robust leadership & strategic experience (team of 20+, multi-jurisdictional)
HEAD OF CORPORATE TRUST
A leading global securities services provider is seeking a Head of Corporate Trust to join their Glasgow office, offering an exceptional opportunity for a senior professional to shape the future of private capital and fund administration in the UK. This role places you at the centre of strategic decision-making, operational excellence, and team development within a fast-growing franchise renowned for its commitment to sustainability, diversity, and employee wellbeing. You will have the chance to define and execute strategic growth initiatives, lead high-performing teams, and foster a culture of continuous improvement while enjoying flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package. The organisation is dedicated to making a positive impact through purpose-driven finance, extensive training programmes, and an inclusive environment where your contributions are valued and supported.
* Strategic leadership role with responsibility for shaping the UK Private Capital roadmap in alignment with global models, providing you with significant influence over business direction and growth.
* Comprehensive wellbeing package including private medical insurance, dental care, mental health support, gym subsidies, onsite yoga and massages, fertility and menopause programmes, neurodiversity support, and generous holiday allowance.
* Commitment to career progression through internal mobility, extensive training opportunities, mentorship programmes, and active participation in Diversity & Inclusion networks supporting under-represented groups.
What you\'ll do:
* Define and implement the strategic growth plan for UK Private Capital in close collaboration with Channel Islands and Global teams to ensure seamless integration across regions.
* Lead end-to-end client delivery by managing service teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, meeting key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs), and embedding a robust risk-and-control culture throughout operations.
* Build and nurture a culture of excellence by mentoring senior managers, designing clear career ladders for team members, and championing diversity and inclusion initiatives within the department.
* Drive operational excellence by spearheading automation projects, standardising processes across fund accounting and loan solution services, and promoting continuous improvement throughout all functions.
* Act as the senior escalation point for clients by resolving complex issues efficiently while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
* Collaborate closely with Global Private Capital teams to support requests for proposals (RFPs), new business pitches, and cross-border initiatives that enhance service offerings.
* Oversee the valuation of complex instruments within private capital structures while ensuring adherence to industry standards such as BVCA, ILPA, and IPEV guidelines.
* Foster stakeholder partnerships by influencing fund sponsors, regulators, internal teams, and external partners to achieve shared objectives in a collaborative manner.
* Champion transformation initiatives that deliver operational efficiencies while maintaining client focus and results-driven outcomes.
* Support talent development by identifying skills gaps within the team and implementing targeted training programmes that promote professional growth.
What you bring:
To excel as Head of Corporate Trust you will bring substantial expertise from private capital or fund services settings where teamwork drives success. Your background should include hands-on involvement with complex financial structures alongside deep familiarity with industry best practices. You will have demonstrated your ability to manage large teams compassionately—mentoring others while fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect. Your interpersonal skills will enable you to connect meaningfully with stakeholders at every level. Experience delivering transformation projects is highly valued as is your commitment to inclusivity. A professional accounting qualification would be advantageous but is not mandatory if you can evidence comparable experience. Above all else your supportive leadership style will empower those around you.
* Demonstrated experience leading large technically-focused teams within private capital or fund services environments where collaboration is essential for success.
* Deep understanding of private capital structures including fund administration processes and valuation methodologies for complex financial instruments aligned with industry standards such as BVCA, ILPA, or IPEV.
* Exceptional stakeholder management skills enabling you to build trustful relationships with fund sponsors, regulators, internal colleagues, and external partners alike.
* Proven track record as a change agent who has delivered transformation projects resulting in measurable operational efficiencies without compromising service quality.
* Outstanding communication abilities allowing you to convey complex information clearly while remaining client-focused in all interactions.
* Results-oriented approach combined with empathy for team members’ needs ensures both business goals are met and individuals feel supported.
* Professional accounting qualification (ACCA/ICAEW) is desirable but not essential if you possess equivalent experience in relevant sectors.
* Experience mentoring senior managers or designing career development frameworks that encourage knowledge sharing among diverse teams.
* Ability to champion diversity & inclusion initiatives that create welcoming spaces for under-represented groups within financial services environments.
* Comfortable working collaboratively on cross-functional projects involving multiple stakeholders from different regions or disciplines.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
About the job
Contract Type: Permanent
Focus: Operations
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Director
Location: Glasgow
Contract Type: Permanent
Specialism: Banking & Financial Services
Focus: Operations
Industry: Financial Services
Salary: Negotiable
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Director
Location: Glasgow
FULL_TIME
Job Reference: TAG35I-F60E38C6
Date posted: 9 October 2025
Consultant: Tom Andrew
scotland banking-financial-services/operations 2025-10-09 2025-12-08 financial-services Glasgow Glasgow GB Robert Walters
https://www.robert-walters.co.uk
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