Head of Fund Finance

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious global Asset Manager is seeking a Head of Fund Finance & Operations for a 12-month FTC. The role involves leading a large finance team, ensuring compliance in accounting and reporting for various fund structures, and driving strategic initiatives. This is a critical, high-responsibility position within a respected investment platform, offering a rare opportunity for impactful leadership.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in real estate and/or infrastructure fund operations.
• Experience working across multiple jurisdictions, including the UK and Luxembourg.
• Strong understanding of accounting, taxation, and regulatory reporting for real estate structures.

Responsibilities

• Set the strategic direction for the finance team, leading change management and improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance and accuracy in accounting and reporting for various fund structures.
• Act as the senior representative in board meetings and with key external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Strategic Direction

Change Management

Education

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA

Job description

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Head of Fund Finance – Real Estate (12-Month FTC)

London, Hybrid

Our client, a prestigious global Asset Manager is seeking a Head of Fund Finance & Operations to oversee their multi-billion pounds UK Real Estate portfolio.

You will lead a high-performing large finance and operations team, including three direct reports, delivering specialist accounting, financial, and operational support across a broad range of real estate fund structures. This role also plays a pivotal part in driving transformational change and achieving operational excellence to support the firm’s strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Set the strategic direction for the team, spearheading change management and continuous improvement initiatives across fund finance operations
• Ensure robust control, accuracy, and compliance in accounting, NAV pricing, taxation, reporting, and performance measurement for various fund structures, including unit trusts, limited partnerships, PAIFs, and offshore entities.
• Act as the senior representative in board meetings, internal committees, and with key external stakeholders such as investors, auditors, depositaries, and regulatory bodies
• Oversee relationships with third-party providers (e.g., administrators, trustees, valuers) and ensure compliance with investment guidelines and regulatory standards
• Lead operational aspects of fund launches, terminations, and other complex change initiatives
• Contribute to the firm’s property business management committee, ensuring effective risk identification and mitigation, policy development, and oversight of third-party service providers
• Accounting Qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
• Proven experience in real estate and/ or infrastructure fund operations within financial services
• Strong leadership skills, with a track record of managing large teams
• Experience working across multiple jurisdictions, including the UK and Luxembourg
• Exceptional stakeholder management, influencing, and communication capabilities
• A strong understanding of accounting, taxation, regulatory reporting, and operational best practices for real estate structures

This is a rare chance to step into a leadership role in a highly respected investment platform and leave your stamp in a critical for the business position.