Senior Funds Administrator

Zedra; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Zedra is seeking a motivated Funds Administrator or Senior Funds Administrator to join our Funds team. You will manage a portfolio of fund structures, deliver exceptional client service, and collaborate with investors and colleagues on accounting, NAV production, and regulatory reporting.

The role offers exposure to capital activity, client onboarding, board minutes, and corporate filings, with opportunities to grow within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in fund administration and understanding of fund structures.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality client service.
• Strong communication and relationships-building with clients and stakeholders.
• Awareness of regulatory requirements in fund management.

Responsibilities

• Administer a portfolio of fund structures and related entities.

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA CGI/ICSA qualification

Fund administration experience

Fund structures knowledge

Client service excellence

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent work capability

Regulatory awareness

Professional integrity

Job description

We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented professional to join our Funds team. We are happy to consider candidates at either Funds Administrator or Senior Funds Administrator level, depending on experience.

You’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional service across a portfolio of fund structures, working closely with clients, investors, and colleagues. This is a varied role offering exposure to fund administration, investor onboarding, accounting and NAV production, capital activity, regulatory reporting, and company secretarial matters.

If you’re client-focused, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and are looking to grow your career within a collaborative and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Accountabilities

• Administer a portfolio of fund structures and related entities.
• Deliver excellent service to clients, investors, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain strong client relationships and act as a day-to-day point of contact.
• Complete client and investor due diligence (CDD) and ongoing reviews.
• Process investor transactions, transfer agency activities, and capital events.
• Maintain fund bookkeeping records and assist with NAV production.
• Manage capital calls, distributions, and payment processing.
• Prepare board minutes, statutory records, and corporate filings.
• Ensure regulatory, client, and reporting deadlines are met.
• Maintain fund data within core administration systems.
• Support regulatory reporting and compliance requirements.
• Identify and escalation risk issues in line with policies and procedures.
• Contribute to the continued growth and success of the Funds team.

Knowledge & Experience

• Previous experience in fund administration, with a good understanding of fund structures and day-to-day administration activities.
• Experience delivering high-quality client service and managing competing priorities effectively.
• Strong understanding of fund administration principles, including investor servicing, accounting, and regulatory requirements.
• Awareness of industry developments and key issues affecting fund clients and structures.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Collaborative and inclusive team player with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider team.
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to delivering excellent client outcomes.
• Fully or partly qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CGI/ICSA, or a similar professional qualification is desirable.