Funds Operations Manager

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing investment business seeks a Funds Operations Manager for a 13-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will support fund operations during a period of change and new fund launches, requiring organizational skills and a proactive attitude. This role offers interaction with various teams and the chance to impact the operating model significantly.

Benefits

Varied role with valued contributions

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 start quickly and add value immediately.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day running and improvement of fund and custody operations.
• Onboard new funds and custody mandates while optimizing existing ones.
• Manage relationships with service providers and ensure compliance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Proactive attitude

Ability to manage priorities

Job description

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Client:

Oxley & Partners

Location:

portsmouth, hampshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

? 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.