The role
provides broad operational, compliance, and reporting support across the investment management process.
1. Core responsibilities include validating and settling trades, managing cash and corporate actions, and ensuring accurate investment accounting, reconciliations, and NAV calculations.
2. It also covers processing client transactions, maintaining accurate fund documentation, and keeping internal procedures and controls up to date.
3. The position monitors fund performance and reconciles internal records with administrators, while overseeing third‑party service providers to ensure high‑quality support.
4. It delivers client and internal reporting using tools like Bloomberg and Excel, supports investor screening and portfolio monitoring, and contributes data for marketing materials and presentations.
5. Finally, it participates in cross‑departmental projects and assists investment managers and the marketing team as needed.
What you'll need to succeed
6. Graduate with a degree pass of at least a 2:1.
7. At least two years of experience operating in fund administration/operations at a financial services or investment management firm.
8. Some knowledge of FCA / SEC / UCITS regulatory rules would be useful. An understanding of collective investment vehicles and their operation would also be beneficial.
9. Should be comfortable overseeing and using the investment accounting system and suggesting system improvements to react to client and business demands for information.
10. Excellent PC skills with knowledge of Microsoft products are important. Excel ability is essential. Familiarity with Bloomberg would also be of benefit.
11. A self-motivated team player with a "can do" attitude who is prepared to be flexible within a boutique environment.
12. Strong analytical and writing skills, ability to demonstrate numeracy, accuracy and excellent attention to detail.
13. Ability to demonstrate excellent integrity when making judgements.
14. Must demonstrate problem-solving skills and ability to multitask within tight deadlines.
What you'll get in return
This is a great opportunity for an ambitious and hard-working candidate to join a boutique investment business with opportunities to progress. The client is offering a competitive salary along with the potential for good benefits and bonuses.