Manager

Apex Group; St Helier; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Life Assurance

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension Scheme and Health Care Scheme

Job summary

Apex Group in Jersey is seeking an Administration Manager to lead and develop the real assets administration function. You will oversee multiple entities, manage client relationships with senior stakeholders, and ensure governance, regulatory compliance, and timely delivery of corporate services.

The role requires strong leadership, governance expertise, and a track record in financial services or fiduciary environments. Hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• Proven formation and administration of Jersey companies/structures.
• Experience in a managerial role with leadership responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of governance and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in financial services, real estate, fiduciary or professional services.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management; committed to development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the administration function for Real Assets clients to ensure high service standards.
• Mentor and develop administration teams across entities and client structures.
• Manage client relationships with directors, advisers, and intermediaries.
• Oversee corporate administration for Jersey structures including board governance.
• Coordinate board meetings, resolutions, statutory records, and filings.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and risk management across activities.
• Identify process improvements and support business development initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Governance

Client relations

Regulatory frameworks

Board governance & secretarial

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's or Masters in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, Real Estate or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.For our business, for clients, and for youRole : ManagerLocation: Jersey, Channel IslandsDepartment : Real AssetsEmployment Type : Full time - PermanentRole Summary:As a Administration M anager, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing the administration function, ensuring efficient delivery of corporate, operational, governance, and client administration services. The role provides strategic leadership, manages team performance, drives process improvements, and ensures compliance with regulatory, internal control, and governance requirements.The individual will work closely with senior leadership, clients, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders to maintain high service standards and operational excellence.Key Resposnsbilites:Act as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of Real Assets clients, ensuring a high standard of service and relationship management.Lead, mentor and develop administration teams across multiple entities, departments or client structures.Manage and develop client relationships, working closely with directors, client advisers, intermediaries, and other key stakeholders.Oversee the delivery of corporate administration services, ensuring all client matters are completed accurately, efficiently, and in line with agreed deadlines.Support the formation and ongoing administration of Jersey structures, including companies, SPVs, investment vehicles, and real estate entities.Coordinate and oversee board and governance activities, including board meetings, resolutions, statutory records, and regulatory filings.Lead, mentor, and develop team members, ensuring work is appropriately allocated, reviewed, and completed to a high standard.Monitor adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and implement client-specific procedures to maintain exceptional client service standards.Review and approve complex administrative deliverables, ensuring appropriate controls.Liaise with auditors, legal advisers, banks, and regulatory bodies on behalf of clients and their structures.Ensure compliance with Jersey regulatory requirements, internal policies, governance standards, and risk management frameworks.Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies, contributing to the continued growth and success of the Real Assets team.Support business development initiatives, including onboarding new clients, participating in pitches, and identifying opportunities to expand existing client relationships.Skills and Experience needed:Bachelor's or Masters degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, Real Estate, or a related discipline.Proven experience in the formation and administration of companies and structures in Jersey.Prior experience in a manager type roleStrong background in corporate administration, including board governance, company secretarial matters, and client relationship management.Strong understanding of governance and regulatory frameworks.Demonstrated leadership experience, with responsibility for managing and developing small, medium, or large teams.Previous experience within the financial services, real estate, fiduciary, or professional services sectors.Strong understanding of client service delivery, operational processes, and stakeholder management.Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.Strong academic background and a commitment to continuous professional development.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, colleagues, and senior stakeholdersDesirable:CGI/ICSA Corporate Governance qualification.Professional qualification such as ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent.Relevant real estate qualificationsWhat you will get in return:Hybrid working modelLife Assurance.25 days of annual leave + bank holidays.Income Protection.Pension Scheme and Health Care Scheme.Positive and hospitable work environment.Exposure to all aspects of the business and cross-jurisdiction.A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business + moreAdditional information:We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, gender identity, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic, responsibilities for dependants, physical or mental disability. Any hiring decision are made on the basis of skills, qualifications and experiences.We measure our success as a business, not only by delivering great products and services and continually increasing our assets under administration and market share, but also by how we positively impact people, society and the planet.For more information on our commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) please visit https://theapexgroup.com/csr-policy/Disclaimer : Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.