Account Manager Transfer Agency (Fixed term)

Apex Group; Manama; On-site; BHD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Group in Manama, Bahrain, is seeking an Account Manager Transfer Agency to act as a focused point of contact for fund investors, managers and internal teams. You will oversee AML/KYC processing, investor onboarding, share registry activities and related TA duties, ensuring timely and accurate communications and NAV publishing.

The role requires 5-7 years of experience, including 3+ years in Transfer Agency, with strong English skills and knowledge of AML/KYC laws.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience, with at least 3 years in Transfer Agency.
• Knowledge of AML/KYC laws per MENA regulators and Apex policies.
• Familiarity with Bermuda and BVI AML/KYC laws is advantageous.
• Experience with TA functions including AML/KYC, onboarding, share registry, and payments.
• Coordinate with operations/CRM teams to ensure task completion.
• Understand fund structures, NAV per share, and pricing to vendors.
• Understand fund accounting related to subscriptions and redemptions.
• Maintain relationships with FA teams and update TA activity for NAV.
• Strong written/spoken English; Arabic helpful; good email etiquette.

Responsibilities

• Working individually and as part of a team to cover funds as a knowledgeable point of contact for investors, fund managers and internal teams regarding fund documentation, investor registries and AML/KYC processing.
• Possess knowledge of AML/KYC laws and adhere to Apex policies and controls.
• Coordinate with operations and CRM teams to ensure tasks are completed.
• Understand fund structures and NAV per share to publish prices to pricing vendors.
• Basic understanding of fund accounting related to subscriptions, redemptions and distributions; ensure investor communications meet deadlines.
• Maintain knowledge of assigned funds, fund timelines, deal documentation and related processes.
• Participate in special projects including automation, enhanced controls and system testing.

Skills

AML/KYC knowledge

Transfer Agency

Investor onboarding

Share Registry

FATCA/CRS

NAV pricing understanding

Fund accounting basics

Arabic language (beneficial)

English communication

Job description

## Account Manager Transfer AgencyApplylocations: Manamatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-0024727The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.For our business, for clients, and for you**Role Responsibilities*** Working individually and as part of a team to cover an assigned set of funds as a knowledgeable and professional point of contact for fund investors, fund managers and internal teams regarding fund documentation, investor registries and AML/KYC processing.* Possess good understanding and knowledge of AML/KYC laws and guidelines set out by appropriate MENA Regulators, CIMA and Apex AML Policies (If it’s an internal hire) and adhere to these established policies, procedure and controls* Knowledge of Bermuda and BVI AML/KYC laws will be an added advantage* Should have knowledge of the all the Transfer Agency functions including AML/KYC and investor onboarding, Share Registry Dealings, Metrosoft screening, Payments, FATCA/CRS filings etc.* Should coordinate with the appropriate operations and CRM teams involved in order to ensure tasks are completed* Possess a basic Understanding of Fund structures - share classes vs. series and understand the NAV per share so as to enable publishing the correct prices to various pricing vendors such as Bloomberg, Refinitiv, Morning Star etc.* Basic understanding of accounting related to subscriptions, redemptions, distributions and ensure investor communications are released in line with procedures and deadlines are met* Establish a good relationship with FA teams and establish the workflow/procedures to ensure the FA team is updated at all times in relation to any TA activity to be included in the NAV* Responsible for Fund audits in relation to any TA related PBC requirements* Have a good command on the English language and possess good written and communication skills. Understanding of Arabic (written and speaking) will be an added advantage.* Possess good email etiquettes as the candidate will be communicating with the investors and clients* Confident in communicating with investors and handle any situations that arise in line with Apex’s policies* Should be able to read and understand and provide comments on the TA related aspects in a Funds PPM including coordinating with the Corporate Secretary for any waivers, Board Resolutions required in relation to any TA activity.* Maintain knowledge of assigned funds, fund timelines, deal documentation and related processes.* Understand workflows and organize responsibilities and priorities to meet and manage deadlines with exceptional attention to detail and follow through.* Participate in special projects as assigned, including automation efforts, enhanced controls, system testing and client research.**Required Experience**Overall, 5-7 years of experience with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in Transfer Agency role**What you will get in return:**A high level of visibility within a large organisation on an upwards trajectory.Be part of a dynamic and fast-paced team that makes a genuine impact on revenue and sales pipeline.Opportunity to work with a diverse, agile and global product line.The opportunity to innovate, improve process and really make a difference.Additional information:We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, gender identity, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic, responsibilities for dependants, physical or mental disability. Any hiring decision are made based on skills, qualifications and experiences.We measure our success as a business, not only by delivering great products and services and continually increasing our assets under administration and market share, but also by how we positively impact people, society and the planet.For more information on our commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) please visit https://theapexgroup.com/csr-policy/Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.