Funds Operations Manager

JR United Kingdom; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing investment business is seeking a Funds Operations Manager for a 13-month contract in London. The role involves improving fund operations, managing service provider relationships, and ensuring compliance amidst exciting fund developments. Suitable candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and be ready to contribute immediately.

Benefits

Supportive and high-performing team

Exposure to strategic projects

Opportunity for further positions

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in funds operations or custody role.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day running and improvement of fund operations.
• Manage relationships with service providers like custodians.
• Ensure compliance with reporting deadlines and regulatory updates.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Proactive

Team player

Job description

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? Funds Operations Manager – 13-Month Fixed Term Contract

? Location: London | Hybrid Working

? Start: ASAP

We’re looking for a hands on Funds Operations Manager to join a growing investment business on a 13-month fixed term contract. This role is ideal for someone who’s available at short notice and enjoys getting stuck into a challenge.

You’ll be part of a small, experienced team at a time of change. With new funds launching, operations evolving and regulatory demands increasing, we need someone who can hit the ground running and help shape what comes next.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting the day-to-day running and improvement of fund and external custody operations.
• Helping onboard new funds and custody mandates while optimising existing ones.
• Managing relationships with service providers (custodians, administrators, platforms).
• Ensuring compliance, from reporting deadlines to regulatory updates.
• Getting involved in wider projects that impact the operating model and infrastructure.
• Working closely with teams across the business – product, finance, compliance, marketing to keep things running smoothly.

What we’re looking for:

• Ideally 5+ years’ experience in a similar funds operations or custody role.
• Someone who can start quickly and bring value from day one.
• A team player who’s proactive, curious, and not afraid to ask questions or challenge the status quo.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Comfortable working with external partners and internal stakeholders.

What’s in it for you:

• A genuinely varied role where your contribution will be valued.
• The chance to work with a supportive and high-performing team.
• Exposure to exciting fund developments and strategic projects.
• Potential for further opportunities as the business continues to grow.

Please note that only applicant with direct experience within a similar role/environment will be considered for this role.