Fund Administration & Governance Manager

We are Alter Domus. Our name means "The Other House" and we're a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry. We believe in being different. Here, you progress on merit, not who you know. You speak openly, whoever you're speaking to. And it's your freedom to decide which cutting-edge kind of finance professional you want to be. Join more than 5,100 Fund Administration, accounting, tax, loan administration and legal experts worldwide and take pride in being alternative.

Alter Domus clients include the world's leading asset managers, lenders and asset owners. We're specialists who use the most innovative technologies to create unparalleled solutions for the private equity, real assets and debt capital markets sectors. This is where standout talent advances what's possible in Fund Administration, corporate services, depositary services, transfer pricing, domiciliation, management company services, loan administration, agency services, trade settlement and CLO manager services.

As Fund Administration & Governance Manager, you will manage a team supporting Fund Administration and Company Secretary services to clients. You will be responsible for managing the delivery of Fund Administration and company secretarial services to various complex fund and corporate entities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the Private Equity Funds Department Administration and COSEC team providing services to Jersey based structures.
• Develop and maintain relationships with both clients and Alter Domus multijurisdictional operations teams.
• Serve as a key point of contact for our client boards of directors, representing Alter Domus at the highest levels.
• Leading the set up and take on of new client structures, with a hands-on approach to dealing with the acquisition and ongoing management of the structures.
• Managing the delivery of administration and company secretarial operations to entities managed by Alter Domus and the various transactions (e.g. capital calls, distributions, investment transactions, incorporation/liquidations, capital reduction, amendment of articles of association, Fund Closings ) to include preparation and/or review of the necessary corporate approvals, call/distribution notices etc.
• Collaborating with others on the setup and/or on-boarding of client structures and administering complex international structures, including assisting with KYC/CDD compilation, review and maintenance in respect of clients and investors.
• Mentorship and management of junior team members and ensuring a smooth transfer of information with the operations and compliance teams.
• Corresponding with portfolio of clients, board members, investors, third party intermediaries such as banks, lawyers, accountants and tax advisors both in person and via written or telephone communication.
• Preparing for and participating in board and shareholders' meetings and ensuring processes and turnaround are adhered to.
• Advising on best practice, preparing for and providing board support services.
• Monitoring changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment and taking the appropriate action on behalf of clients and internally.
• Supporting team on client engagement and transactions. I.e. Fund Closings.

PROFILE

• Hold a relevant professional qualification ICSA or be working towards one.
• You have minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the fields of Funds Administration, Corporate Services or Real Estate.
• Have relevant experience managing corporate structures of a similar nature and strong company secretarial knowledge.
• Knowledge of other areas such tax, accounting, regulatory and AML requirements is of benefit.
• Proven capacity to build strong client relationships and take initiative when appropriate.
• Demonstrated effective communication and management skills and be proficient at managing and mentoring junior staff.
• Demonstrated success in supporting boards and transactions.
• Possess a flexible and hands-on approach.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated commitment to deliver excellent client service.

At Alter Domus we are committed to inclusion and feel strongly that inclusive teams drive brilliant performance. We are an equal opportunity employer and recognise all facets of diversity and strive to create a psychologically safe workplace where all of our people can perform to their best.