Funds Operations Manager

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing investment business is seeking a Funds Operations Manager for a 13-month fixed term contract in London. The candidate will be integral in managing operations, onboarding new funds, and ensuring compliance while working within a dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence fund developments and partake in strategic projects, ideal for someone looking to make an immediate impact.

Benefits

Valuable contributions recognized

Supportive and high-performing team

Exposure to exciting fund developments

Potential for future opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a similar funds operations or custody role.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Confident in working with external partners and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running and improvement of fund and external custody operations.
• Manage relationships with service providers (custodians, administrators, platforms).
• Ensure compliance with regulatory updates and reporting deadlines.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Proactiveness

Teamwork

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.