This position requires an experienced professional who will assist with the efficient and effective operation of this Department from the perspective of business development, client service and administration.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Client Service and Relationships
• Adopting Director responsibility for the business unit’s portfolio of closed ended investment companies, unit trusts, limited partnership, property funds and Protected Cell Companies
• Ensuring that all administration and client service issues are attended to in accordance with the department service standards and company procedures
• Proactively assisting clients to plan for forthcoming key events
• Preparation of new business proposals
• Technical Competencies
• In depth knowledge of UK GAAP and IAS.
• Full knowledge of the Protection of Investors Law and licensing requirements
• Ensuring that all corporate policies and regulatory frameworks are adhered to
• Good understanding of different investment types and alternatives and risks associated with them

 
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviewing client fee agreements and renegotiating as appropriate
• Responsible for the achievement of the annual financial plans and targets as determined
• Ensuring clients are billed periodically and review WIP figures to ensure maximum recovery. Explain any variances from expected fees taken

MANAGERIAL / HUMAN RESOURCE  RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsibility for management decisions regarding the fund team
• Supporting the CEES business strategy
• Delegating tasks and monitoring progress, ensuring deadlines are met and understood by staff
• Managing, guiding and developing team members, including providing technical expertise

SKILLS:

• Qualified accountant (ACCA or equivalent)
• Minimum 8 years experience
• Self-motivated, proactive, dynamic and flexible approach to work
• Competent  IT skills, specifically in Excel
• Team player