Team Manager - Portfolio Administration & Analysis

Godfrey Group Recruitment & Consultancy; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Godfrey Group Recruitment & Consultancy in Sydney seeks an experienced Portfolio Administration Manager to lead a small team, acting as the central point between Advisers and external stakeholders. You will implement investment strategies end-to-end while driving back-office operations and technology functions.

This is a hands-on role requiring accuracy and focus on detail. The ideal candidate has 4+ years in Fund/Portfolio Administration, a Bachelor of Commerce/Finance, and strong client-facing

Qualifications

• 4+ years in Fund Administration or Portfolio Administration
• Experience managing people
• Client-focused experience in finance (fund administrator, custodian, wealth manager)
• Knowledge of financial markets, structures and products
• Strong verbal and written communication and teamwork
• Attention to detail and accuracy

Responsibilities

• Lead the team – allocate work, monitor workflow and maintain service standards
• Manage relationships with clients, accountants, solicitors, brokers, custodians, registries and other service providers
• Reconcile client portfolios and support wealth management including investments, superannuation, trusts
• Oversee investment implementation, fund transactions, reconciliations, reporting and record management
• Facilitate cash payment functions, including margin lending accounts
• Assist on projects addressing internal and client requests
• Oversee compliance with regulatory requirements, risk management, AML/KYC

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Portfolio administration

Compliance & AML/KYC

Attention to detail

Communication

Team management

Education

Bachelor of Commerce/Finance

Tools

Xplan

SharePoint

Power Automate

Job description

Immediate start for an investment strategy Implementation position. Manage a small team and work with wholesale clients. Execute client portfolios seamlessly and drive process and project delivery. Create compliance and workflow efficiencies. Liaise directly and manage relationships with a long-standing UHNW client base.

• Broad role with lots of challenge | Fast paced and dynamic
• Pivotal role running back office | Manage a team of 6
• Work & learn alongside exceptionally experienced individuals

The Business

This business is a well-regarded wealth management firm, that has truly stood the test of time. They work with a long-standing, loyal and established base of ultra-high-net-worth clients and provide advice across the board including, but not limited to SMSF’s, investment advice, strategic advice, taxation services, estate planning and philanthropy. We are looking for an experienced Portfolio Administration Manager to lead the team in this close-knit boutique environment. The group is professional, knowledgeable and skilled at what they do.

The Opportunity

The opening here is for a diligent and capable professional with extensive experience in fund administration or portfolio administration to lead a team and be the central point of contact between the Advisers and all the external stakeholders. We are looking for an experienced and safe pair of hands to implement the investment strategies for clients from start to finish while also driving the operational and technology functions across the business. Work closely with the back-office teams and take ownership of complex or more urgent issues. This is a hands-on role and it goes without saying that you need absolute focus on accuracy and attention to detail.

Your responsibilities

• Lead the team – allocate work, monitor workflow and maintain service standards
• Manage relationships with clients, accountants, solicitors, brokers, custodians, registries and other service providers
• Reconcile client portfolios and support all aspects of wealth management including investments, superannuation, trusts and portfolio administration
• Oversee investment implementation, managed fund transactions, reconciliations, reporting and record management
• Facilitate cash payment functions, including margin lending accounts
• Assist on specific projects to address internal and client-related requests as required
• Oversee compliance with regulatory requirements, risk management, compliance and AML/KYC

About YOU

We would love to see applications from enthusiastic and driven professionals who

• Have previous experience in Fund Administration, Fund Operations or Portfolio Administration – at least 4 years
• Ideally have managed some people in the past
• Have some previous experience in a client focused role – from a fund administrator, custodian, wealth manager or responsible entity
• Experience in Xplan, SharePoint, Power Automate would be an advantage
• Have superb verbal and written communication skills
• Are knowledgeable on financial markets, structures, entities and products
• Enjoy working in a collaborative and dynamic team environment
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy is paramount
• Hold a Bachelor of Commerce, Business or Finance