AddressReports to Senior Client Relationship Manager
The purpose of this position is to administer a limited portfolio of Fund structures in conjunction with the Senior Client Relationship Manager / Associate Director – Administration.
You will become a key part of an exciting client team that provides high quality services to Private Debt funds. Private debt is a rapidly growing asset class within the alternative assets fund industry and offers the opportunity to work on an interesting mix of deal structures which combine various types of direct lending with elements of equity and real estate. The services include completion of investment acquisitions and disposals, investor transactions, assisting in the arrangement of leverage and financing, coordination of board meetings, investor reporting and communications, financial reporting and Client Relationship management. You will have exposure to a variety of structures and jurisdictions and can expect to be involved in a range of complex transactions, providing a great opportunity to broaden your skills and experience.
Key responsibilities:
- Responsible for managing the relationship and service delivery for several fund structures
- Leading a team and actively managing the on-going training and development requirements as well as individual appraisals
- Attend and lead client board meetings and shareholder meetings
- Co-ordinate legal, tax and other professional advice
- Develop and maintain the Operational Procedures Manuals and ISAE checklist templates for Client Relationships
- Act as "B" level 4-eyes signatory on administration matters, ensuring that company policy and professional and regulatory guidelines are adhered to and that a professional quality service is provided to clients and outside contacts
- Take responsibility for WIP, billing and cash collection for clients
- Participate in fee negotiations
- Assist with billing information for clients including analysis of time spent, including the management of aged debtors
- Participate in the integration of new clients and structures into the Group's procedures
Skills, knowledge, expertise:
- A relevant professional qualification (ICSA or equivalent) would be expected but is not mandatory if the candidate can demonstrate relevant practical experience
- Previous experience of working with Private Debt, private equity or real estate structures would be beneficial but is not a prerequisite
- Evidence in day to day management and supervision of a team
- Excellent interpersonal skills as will be required to develop close working relationships with colleagues, clients and business contacts
We will provide the training, both in house for relevant technical knowledge and also professional qualifications to enhance your professional development. You will need to be quick to learn new systems and great with people, as close working relationships between our colleagues and clients is at the heart of what we do.
