Graduate Depositary Analyst - Financial Services

Michael Page; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary & Benefits

Private health insurance

Life assurance

Employer pension

Cycle to work

Wellbeing initiatives

Career development

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting for a Graduate Depositary Analyst to join the Depositary team for a specialist investment services firm in London. The role covers depositary oversight, fund operations, regulatory reporting and client-facing activities across private equity, real estate and infrastructure strategies.

You will support delivery of depositary services, assist with quarterly reporting, participate in client meetings and help coordinate onboarding, while developing through hands-on

Qualifications

• 2:1 or first-class degree in Finance, Economics, Maths or similar.
• Internship or work experience in financial services or funds is desirable.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of fund structures and accounting principles is advantageous.
• Commitment to pursuing IMC or CAIA qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of depositary services across a portfolio of funds.
• Assist with quarterly depositary reporting and client information requests.
• Participate in client meetings and help coordinate onboarding.
• Carry out event reviews including subscriptions, drawdowns, acquisitions, disposals.
• Perform cash flow monitoring, reconciliations and control testing.
• Verify ownership and existence of fund assets and maintain records.
• Monitor fund activity for compliance with governing documentation and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with reporting, regulatory submissions, and ongoing operational activities.

Skills

Analytical

Attention to detail

Communication

Stakeholder management

Deadline management

Fund structures knowledge

IMC/CAIA commitment

Education

2:1 or better in Finance/Economics/Maths

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate to join the Depositary team at Analyst level working for a specialist investment services firm supporting alternative investment funds. The role offers broad exposure to depositary oversight, fund operations, regulatory reporting and client-facing activities across private equity, real estate and infrastructure strategies

Client Details

Our client is a well-established and growing provider of fund administration, investor reporting and depositary services to alternative investment managers. The business has an international presence, a strong reputation for quality, and a collaborative environment focused on professional development.

Description

• Support the delivery of depositary services across a portfolio of alternative investment funds.
• Assist with quarterly depositary reporting and client information requests.
• Participate in client meetings and help coordinate new client onboarding.
• Carry out key event reviews including subscriptions, drawdowns, acquisitions, disposals and distributions.
• Perform cash flow monitoring, account reconciliations and control testing.
• Verify ownership and existence of fund assets and maintain asset records.
• Monitor fund activity to ensure compliance with governing documentation and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with reporting and regulatory submissions.
• Support team projects, issue escalation and ongoing operational activities.

Profile

• Graduate with 2.1 or 1st class degree (essential) - ideally Finance, Economics, Maths or similar
• Internship / Placement / Work experience within financial services, funds, private equity, real estate or a related environment.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of fund structures, investment agreements and accounting principles would be advantageous.
• Commitment to pursuing relevant professional qualifications such as the IMC or CAIA.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Private health insurance.
• Life assurance.
• Employer pension contribution.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Wellbeing initiatives and employee support programmes.
• Career development within a growing specialist alternatives business.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.