Fund Operations Oversight Manager, SPVs/PE Funds, 12 month FTC

Our client is a dedicated development finance institution that focuses on investing in private sectors, with a primary goal of stimulating economic growth and fostering job creation in emerging markets.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced SPV/Fund Operations Oversight Manager to join our client on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting a new business initiative aimed at attracting and investing in SPV vehicles for third-party professional investors. Depending on the success of this initiative and your personal performance in the role, there is potential for the position to become permanent, offering long-term career prospects.

As the SPV/Funds Operations Oversight Manager, you will be instrumental in the establishment and development of a new SPV/funds operations oversight function, working closely with the Head of Operations. Your key responsibilities will include collaborating with external private equity fund administrators and internal stakeholders to ensure the efficient and compliant administration of SPVs. This will involve overseeing investment transactions, verifying funding requests, analysing and validating data, and maintaining accurate records for critical processes. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring smooth operations and adherence to regulatory requirements.

To excel in this role, you will possess a strong background in fund operations oversight, specifically in Private Equity and Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), acquired through experience in either a Private Equity firm or an SPV/Funds Administration role within a private equity fund administrator.

Your expertise in Private Equity, SPVs, and fund administration processes will be essential in supporting the effective administration of these investment vehicles. Additionally, excellent communication skills will be crucial in managing outsourced providers and ensuring that agreed service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) are met.

This is a remarkable opportunity to join an organisation dedicated to driving sustainable development and making a positive impact in emerging markets. Therefore, it will suit candidates who are passionate about contributing to global development challenges and have the skills and experience required for this newly created position.

In return, our client offers the opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organisation dedicated to making a positive impact. They provide a comprehensive benefits package for this 12-month Fixed Term Contract. Additionally, they offer a flexible hybrid working arrangement, with an average of 2 days per week in the office and 3 days working from home. As the success of the new investment strategy attracts third-party investors, there is potential for this role to become permanent, providing long-term growth and career advancement.

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