Project Management & Fund Operations Specialist

Tikehau Capital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tikehau Capital is seeking a seasoned Project Management & Operations specialist for the US Fund Management & Operations team. You will contribute to the launch of a semi-liquid evergreen private debt fund of funds, and support day-to-day management and operations of the fund.

The role involves defining the operating model, coordinating with distributors, and ensuring robust governance, reporting and cash management processes. Fluent English and a proactive, autonomous mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in asset management fund operations or similar.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and rigor.
• Fluent English and ability to operate in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the operating model for the fund launch with US distributors.
• Set up fund finance, controlling, and reporting frameworks.
• Monitor NAV, investor reporting, and budget performance; support performance modeling.
• Coordinate subscriptions, redemptions, and cash flows; monitor cash management.
• Oversee service provider relationships and drive process automation.

Skills

Financial products

Fund operations

Excel

Power BI

AI tools

Tools

eFront

Power BI

Job description

You will join the US Fund Management & Operations team, a team of 6 professionals, and play a key role in the launch of a semi-liquid evergreen private debt fund of funds.

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a strategic fund launch while supporting the day-to-day management and operations of the fund.

Responsibilities:

Fund Launch / Project Management

You Will Act As a Project Management & Operations Specialist For The Launch Of The Fund. In This Capacity, Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Participating in the definition and implementation of the operating model with US distributors;
• Setting up the fund finance and controlling function in conjunction with external providers;
• Setting up the fund performance monitoring and reporting framework;
• Setting up the fund cash management procedures.

Ongoing Fund Management & Operations

Performance Monitoring

• Calculating and controlling asset- and fund-level NAV in coordination with the investment team and service providers;
• Contributing to investor reporting;
• Supporting fund performance modeling and budget monitoring;
• Performing ad hoc analyses at the request of management or investors;
• Monitoring investments, including drawdowns, distributions, interest payments, and repayments.

Transactions

• Participating in the execution of transactions;
• Coordinating subscriptions and redemptions;
• Monitoring cash flows and investment capacity.

Operations

• Supporting the selection of, and overseeing relationships with, service providers;
• Coordinating accounting and payment processes;
• Proactively improving tools and processes, including automation where relevant.

Profile:

We are looking for a professional with at least 5 years of experience in asset management fund operations or a similar role.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Strong knowledge of financial products;
• Prior experience in fund operations, fund management, or a related environment;
• Knowledge of eFront would be a plus;
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Power BI is a plus;
• Familiarity with AI tools / prompt-based tools would be appreciated;
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, rigor, autonomy, and a proactive mindset;
• The ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced, and growing environment;
• Fluent English.

Contract Terms

This is a 6-month fixed-term position. The contract may be renewed depending on business needs and performance. Any renewal decision would be assessed approximately 2 months before the end of the contract.