Manager, Fund Management | London, UK | Hybrid

The Carlyle Group; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Fund Management Manager to oversee financial operations and compliance for investment funds. This role involves collaborating with various teams to enhance fund performance and operational efficiency while ensuring regulatory adherence. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic mindset, strong financial acumen, and a proactive approach to problem-solving in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking team that values innovation and continuous improvement, and play a key role in driving the success of investment initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years' experience in fund management or finance required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead portfolio valuations and financial forecasting to support fund performance.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and drive budgeting and performance tracking.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Financial & Operational Acumen

Risk Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

Process Optimization

Education

Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

CPA/CFA preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Manager, Fund Management

The Carlyle Group London, United Kingdom

Position Summary

The Fund Management (FM) Team manages the operations of Carlyle's investment funds, collaborating with the Deal Team on valuations, portfolio reviews, and transactions while working with Fund Heads and MDs to optimize fund performance. As a Fund Management Manager at Carlyle Europe Partners (CEP), you will be responsible for financial oversight, compliance, and operational efficiency to ensure seamless fund execution and investor reporting. This role is ideal for a strategic, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, driving process improvements and supporting fund performance without direct investment decision-making. Success in this role also requires a proactive and open-minded approach, contributing positively to the team dynamic by fostering collaboration, embracing innovation, and continuously seeking ways to enhance processes and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead portfolio valuations, financial forecasting, and strategic analysis to support fund performance.
2. Oversee capital calls, distributions, and liquidity planning, ensuring seamless fund operations.
3. Act as a key player in fundraising, investor reporting, and due diligence, delivering high-quality insights and data management.
4. Ensure regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and risk management, liaising with legal and compliance teams.
5. Drive budgeting, performance tracking, and process improvements to enhance fund efficiency.
6. Collaborate with internal teams to optimize fund structures, transaction execution, and reporting workflows.

Key Skills & Attributes

1. Strategic Leadership: Ability to align fund operations with broader investment goals.
2. Financial & Operational Acumen: Strong knowledge of private equity fund structures, compliance, and reporting.
3. Risk Management: Expertise in mitigating financial and operational risks within investment portfolios.
4. Cross-functional Collaboration: Experience working across investment, legal, and investor relations teams.
5. Process Optimization: Capability to enhance fund operations through technology and streamlined workflows.

What You Bring

1. 5-7 years' experience in fund management or finance.
2. Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting, or Economics; CPA/CFA preferred.
3. Advanced Excel & PowerPoint skills.
4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
5. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.