Our client is seeking a highly experienced Director – Fund Services to join their organisation on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing complex fund structures, maintaining robust compliance frameworks, and ensuring high-quality client service delivery. The role combines fiduciary, regulatory, and operational oversight with business development responsibilities, providing strategic direction in a multi-jurisdictional environment.
Job Duties:
- Oversee complex fund structures and SPVs, with a focus on hedge funds, real assets and private equity
- Monitor and analyse financial performance of client portfolios and ensure adherence to GAAP/IFRS standards
- Lead and develop the corporate secretarial service offering and ensure quality legal and administrative processes
- Act as a joint director for the client and affiliated entities, ensuring governance and regulatory compliance
- Implement processes to meet regulatory obligations and Citco policies, identifying and managing risks
- Liaise with regulatory bodies and maintain a strong internal control and compliance environment
- Lead internal process improvements, including documentation, procedures and financial performance monitoring
- Translate business goals into departmental KPIs and manage team performance accordingly
- Manage and develop staff through coaching, training and performance evaluation
- Ensure delivery of high-quality, end-to-end client service and operational excellence
- Build strong, long-term relationships with clients, providing solutions that meet evolving market needs
- Contribute to business development activities, client acquisition, and represent the firm in pitches and presentations
- Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to promote services and support strategic growth initiatives
Job Requirements:
- Degree in Law, Business or Finance
- Professional qualification aligned with JFSC Table 4 (e.g. Chartered Secretary, Chartered Accountant, STEP, or qualified lawyer)
- 10–15 years’ relevant experience in fund services or corporate law
- At least 6 years in a senior management position, preferably within an international firm
- Deep understanding of European tax-efficient fund structures and regulatory requirements
- Demonstrable experience in client relationship management and operating across multiple jurisdictions
- Proven track record in business process improvement and project management
- Strategic thinker with strong commercial awareness
- Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills
- Analytical mindset with a proactive and dynamic approach
- Comfortable working with technology and internal systems
What You’ll Love:
You will be joining a global market leader that values innovation, client service and employee wellbeing. This is an opportunity to shape strategic direction, influence operational excellence, and lead high-profile client relationships within a progressive and inclusive culture.
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