Who we are looking for

The Manager is responsible for managing a team servicing a select number of clients to ensure all depositary activities are carried out effectively and efficiently by a team of experienced depositary staff.

Why this role is important to us

You will be joining the Institutional Services function that allows us to deliver a comprehensive, holistic approach to each client relationship — for asset managers and asset owners, insurance companies, and official institutions globally. It means our client-facing functions work together to bring the very best solutions and services the firm has to offer — across all of our locations, products, and capabilities.

Join us if making your mark on the long-lasting client relationships we build is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As Depositary/ Fiduciary Services Team Manager you will

• Establish and maintain appropriate control environment to ensure the Bank fulfils its depositary obligations
• Create and implement depositary procedures
• Maintain the departmental procedures manual in a standardized format
• Review and sign-off on all Depositary related work
• Keep up-to-date with related business, technical and regulatory developments (incl. UCITS/AIFMD/COLL/CASS)
• Oversee and assist with regulatory reporting to the FCA
• Interact with Group Compliance in relation to queries and the delivery of the compliance monitoring plan
• Work with clients to resolve queries and escalate any issues
• Provide departmental reporting to management
• Manage and develop a small team conducting annual performance reviews for direct reports, one-to one meetings
• Assist with training, development and motivation of the team to ensure a positive working environment

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• A strong team player with commitment to deliver outstanding client service
• An ability to work on own initiative and demonstrate good supervisory skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• A confident manner and the ability to communicate with clients and the team effectively
• Managing Projects

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 3-5 years depositary or fund administration (fund accounting) experience within the funds industry
• Minimum of 3 years pervious managerial experience
• Knowledge of Private Equity / Hedge Funds Good level of Excel skills
• Bachelor or Master degree in finance/accounting/financial markets

Are you the right candidate? Yes!

We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.