Assistant Manager - Fund Administration

Company DescriptionWelcome to HIGHVERN. We are an award-winning provider of private wealth, fund and corporate administration services.Key Accountabilities:Administer a complex range of fund structures (corporate and Institutional) and associated structuresAssisting with establishing new structures and transitioning switch business in accordance with our streamlined approachProvision of exceptional service levels and client experience for clients and related parties throughout the whole life cycleAssist with the supervision of team members workloads, mentoring and delegating work within the team and assist with their adherence to workflows, policies and proceduresAssume management responsibilities of the team during periods that the manager/senior manager is absent from the officeAssist with billing and settlement of debt within the teamAssist with the management of appraisals and ensure objectives are monitored, providing regular feedback to team membersAct as a mentor to more junior staff role as part of their succession planningWork with junior team members to ensure their set objectives are monitored to assist with their developmentProvide proactive query management and resolution for items raised by colleagues, clients, advisors and NEDsAssist with the maintenance and development of client and advisor relationships, demonstrating responsiveness, in depth knowledge of clients’ structures and market awarenessProcess and co-ordinate routine and complex fund operations, such as investor calls, distributions and company secretarial mattersAccurate execution and recording of all related activitiesAct as an authorized ‘C’ signatory in accordance with policies and proceduresRefer as appropriate to line manager with suggested solutions wherever possible, demonstrating a desire to learn and developAdherence to all company workflows, policies and procedures, providing challenge to these as appropriate to ensure efficiency of the business unitRequirements:Minimum 5 years’ funds experience and must have demonstrable experience of working in a fund environment, at assistant manager levelFund company secretarial background, at assistant manager levelUnderstanding of the requirements of quality client serviceAbility to effectively manage and motivate staff; alignment to a culture of excellence and continuous improvement through coaching, motivation and leadershipDeadline oriented; ability to work collaboratively and flexiblyExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, together with attention to detail, are required to develop close working relationships with colleagues, clients and business contactsSound technical financial services knowledge including up to date knowledge of regulatory and legal requirementsKnowledge of AML/KYC legislation and requirementsAbility to deal with tasks independently. Ability to work using own initiativesWorking towards or holding a professional qualification as either a chartered secretary/ICSA, chartered accountant or lawyer