Senior Associate, Real Estate Fund Operations

Iq--e; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

IQ-EQ is seeking a Senior Associate - Real Estate Operations in Ireland to support the operational oversight of a portfolio of real estate funds. You will collaborate with clients, legal advisors, administrators, depositaries and other key stakeholders to ensure smooth fund operations and governance.

You will manage day-to-day activities, oversee NAV production, investor reporting and the audit process, while reviewing documentation and driving continuous improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of experience in fund accounting, fund administration, or fund operations.
• Strong understanding of fund operations, accounting principles, financial statements, and fund accounting, valuation, and custody process.
• Experience managing client relationships and working with internal teams, administrators, depositaries, auditors, and legal advisors.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive and collaborative professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering exceptional client service and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operational activities of a portfolio of real estate funds, ensuring high-quality client service and timely delivery of key fund operations.
• Oversee fund administration activities, including NAV production, investor reporting, capital activity, financial statement reviews, and the annual audit process.
• Review legal and fund documentation, coordinate with legal advisors, administrators, depositaries, and other service providers, and support governance requirements across the fund lifecycle.
• Monitor fund activity, including cash flows, investment restrictions, acquisitions, disposals, refinancings, and other operational transactions, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders while contributing to process improvements, operational excellence, and the continued success of the Real Estate Operations team.

Skills

Fund accounting

Fund operations

Client relationships

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

IQ-EQ is seeking a Senior Associate - Real Estate Operations in Ireland to support the operational oversight of a portfolio of real estate funds. You will collaborate with clients, legal advisors, administrators, depositaries and other key stakeholders to ensure smooth fund operations and governance.

You will manage day-to-day activities, oversee NAV production, investor reporting and the audit process, while reviewing documentation and driving continuous improvements in a fast-paced environment.