The Middle Office team has responsibility for the oversight of the organisation's Fund Administration, capital flow reporting, review/analysis of fund profit and loss accounts and calculating the Net Asset Value (NAV) of funds. They act as a contact point to Portfolio Managers, Sales and the wider business internally as well as Fund Administrators externally.
This position, within the Investor Operations sub-team, who are focused on Investor flows oversight and reporting across Man's fund ranges. The successful individual will be responsible for facilitating the swift and accurate resolution of exceptions and ensuring accurate/timely reconciliation of data back to the Fund Administrators has occurred.
The successful candidate will join the team at a time of significant change as we commence a programme of further automation and process consolidation, giving strong individuals an excellent opportunity to impact the evolution of the operating model.
Specific responsibilities
- Oversight of all relevant Service Provider/Transfer Agency processes/procedures. Perform reviews and control processes, resolving and/or escalating any issues.
- Liaise with the fund administrators to reconcile capital flows and ensure accurate/timely reporting. Ensure the integrity of the firm's data is maintained
- Manage and develop relationships globally with Sales, Middle Office, Front Office and Senior Management. Ensure a high level of client service is delivered by Man and its service providers.
- Support improvement and evolution of the operating environment. Constantly review, challenge and enhance existing processes to make team more efficient, reduce risk and add value to the business
- Oversight - ensuring that entities are identified, registered and that Fund Administrators are correctly producing reporting and filing withing deadlines to relevant authorities.
- Where applicable, support the completion and oversight of daily Client Money processes/controls to ensure that CASS compliance is being maintained
- Stay informed of the impacts of industry/ regulatory changes on relevant financial products
- Develop and maintain thorough understanding of the Service Provider organisations and operating model as it relates Investor Services and to CASS
- Assist the Middle Office team in its wider responsibilities
Key competencies
- Significant experience in client service role in the investment management/ hedge fund industry/ wider financial services industry
- Knowledge of fund/ financial services industry regulations,
- Motivated and hardworking, with a strong attention to detail
- Strong communication and relationship management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office with advanced ability in Excel
Eames Consulting is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
