Vice President- Investor Relations

The Citco Group Limited; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Citco in Dublin seeks a Vice President to lead Investor Relations teams, overseeing client relationship management and reporting. You will coach, develop and provide direction to IR staff while ensuring timely deliverables and robust controls.

The role requires a strong track record in investor relations within hedge funds, plus hands-on experience managing large teams and delivering high-quality client service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or economics or comparable Investor relations experience.
• 5–7 years’ Hedge Fund industry experience, preferably in Investor Relations or Client Service with some accounting exposure.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience managing a large group.

Responsibilities

• Lead to one or more Investor Relations teams, overseeing client relationship management, team management and reporting.
• Coach and develop IR teams; create an environment that motivates and supports the group.
• Review KPIs and risk indicators; ensure timely and accurate reporting for internal and external clients.
• Coordinate projects end-to-end; drive process improvements and control reviews within IR.

Skills

People management

Client relationship skills

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Finance / Economics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Citco:

The market leader. The premier provider. The best in the business. At Citco, we’ve been the front-runner in our field since our incorporation in 1948 led to the evolution of the asset servicing sector itself. This pioneering spirit continues to guide us today as we innovate and expand, push beyond the boundaries of our industry, and shape its future. From working exclusively with hedge funds to serving all alternatives, corporations and private clients, our organization has grown immensely across asset classes and geographies. For us, this progress is a pattern that we’ll only maintain as we move forward, always prioritizing our performance. So for those who want to play at the top of their game and be at the vanguard of their space, we say: Welcome to Citco.

About the Team & Business Line:

Fund Administration is Citco’s core business, and our alternative asset and accounting service is one of the industry’s most respected. Our continuous investment in learning and technology solutions means our people are equipped to deliver a seamless client experience.

Your Role:

• Leading to one or more Investor Relations Teams, the Vice President (‘VP’) is responsible for the overall client relationship management in IR and demonstrates an ability to take on a multi-faceted role, leading and managing an Investor Relations teams in the areas of client relationship management, team management and client reporting.
• Coach, develop and provide direction of IR teams while creating an environment that motivates, rewards, and supports the team.
• Regular review of all Key Performance and Risk indicators (“KRI”) for the teams, encourages/implements testing of controls within the team. Ensuring that all daily, weekly and monthly operational and reporting deliverables for both internal and external clients are met in a timely and accurate manner.
• Support the team to ensure projects are planned, coordinated and seen through to completion.
• Identify, recommend and implement areas in the team where procedures, processes, controls and client servicing arrangements may be improved and review internal controls and procedures on a regular basis.
• Conduct performance appraisals for team members.
• Run Succession Planning and Resource Management that includes participating in interviews and the selection process of new team members.
• Communicate Citco’s organizational vision and goals to teams in addition to reviewing department goals within IR.
• Propose and develop department-wide operational improvements in consultation with the other VPs in IR.
• Seek out and participate in policy, procedure changes and developments. Participate in IR initiatives to maintain Citco’s pre-eminent position in the marketplace.
• Establish a network of internal contacts across departments, locally and globally, and leverages this network to provide solutions for clients and to drive forward CFS strategic initiatives.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of Citco systems and to remain apprised of regulations that affect IR.
• Encourage teams to be proactive in identifying potential issues and the root cause of incidents and opportunities for improvement. Ensure all incidents are addressed and reported timely, and to the mutual satisfaction of CFS and client; Debrief team on incident resolution and raise awareness across peer group.
• Participate in marketing and sales pitches to explain Citco’s service offering and join senior management on client visits.
• Assist auditors and other fund participants.

About You:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Finance / Economics or comparable Investor relations and finance experience.
• 5- 7 years’ experience in the Hedge Fund industry, preferably in Investor Relations and/ or Client Service with some exposure to accounting and performance reporting.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience successfully managing a large group.
• Proven track record of being dedicated to servicing a group of high profile Alternative Investment Funds.
• Proven client relationship skills.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.