Senior Manager | Fund Administration (12 months Mat Cover)

Fund services | Corporate | Capital markets | Private client | Regulatory & Compliance We help clients succeed by unlocking new value through expertise, trust and scale. We deliver solutions that solve complex challenges faced by asset managers, financial institutions, corporates, high net-worth individuals and family offices. With a curious mindset, we ask the right questions to get to the right solution, faster. We collaborate to win together, sharing successes and shaping the future of our global business. Our culture of support and recognition provides the tools and opportunities for you to grow, while unlocking the most value for our clients and making your mark with Ocorian. Expertise: We deliver specialist, tech-enabled solutions for our clients grounded on deep industry expertise. Trust: We’re a trusted partner to over 8,000 clients globally. We are proud to have long-lasting partnerships with our clients. Scale: With more than 1,500 colleagues, we operate across 20+ countries, our scale enables us to support our clients globally and locally, providing a seamless client experience across borders and service lines. Purpose of the Role We are looking for an experienced Fund Administration Senior Manager to lead a team of Fund Administrators delivering high-quality administration services to a portfolio of client funds and investment structures. Working closely with the Director and wider management team, you will provide technical leadership, oversee operational performance, ensure compliance with regulatory and risk management requirements, and drive continuous improvement across the function. This is an excellent opportunity to combine hands-on involvement with complex client structures, people leadership, and business management in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Main Responsibilities Client & Fund Administration Lead and support a team of Fund Administrators, ensuring the effective administration of client funds and investment structures while maintaining high service standards. Act as a technical expert for the team and personally manage a small number of complex or high-risk client structures where required. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, intermediaries, and professional advisers, providing support on complex matters and attending meetings as needed. Ensure all activities are carried out in line with company policies, regulatory requirements, and risk management frameworks, escalating issues appropriately. Act as an authorised signatory in accordance with company policies and procedures. Operations & Business Management Monitor team performance, utilisation, billing, and aged debt, ensuring resources are managed effectively to meet client and business objectives. Support the onboarding and allocation of new business, ensuring work is distributed appropriately across the team. Contribute to management meetings, business initiatives, and projects focused on improving efficiency, client service, and operational effectiveness. Ensure appropriate succession and resource planning to maintain service continuity during periods of absence. People Leadership Lead, motivate, coach, and develop team members, creating a positive and high-performing working environment. Oversee recruitment, performance management, employee development, and absence management, working closely with HR and senior leadership where required. Set clear objectives and priorities, ensuring team responsibilities and deliverables are effectively managed. #LI-JM1 #LI-Hybrid A relevant professional qualification (e.g. CGI/ICSA or equivalent) is desirable. Extensive relevant industry experience may be considered in place of formal qualifications. Skills, Knowledge and Experience Significant experience within fund (Private Equity is preferrable), trust, or company administration, ideally within a regulated financial services environment. Ideally 7+ years. Strong technical knowledge of fund administration, trust structures, Jersey Company Law, and associated regulatory requirements. Proven experience leading and developing teams. Strong commercial awareness, with experience managing operational performance and financial metrics. Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and relationship-building skills. Strong organisational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Proficiency in relevant technology platforms and Microsoft Office applications. Competencies Risk awareness and sound judgement Collaboration and teamwork Effective communication and influencing skills Resilience, adaptability, and a proactive approach Strong planning, organisation, and delivery focus All staff are expected to embody our core values that underpin everything that we do and that reflect the skills and behaviours we all need to be successful. These are: We are CLIENT CENTRIC – Clients are at the centre of our world, and we’re committed to providing expertise and specialist solutions to meet their most complex challenges. We are AMBITIOUS – We aim high. We think and act globally, seizing every opportunity to delight our clients and support our colleagues - wherever in the world they may be. We are AGILE – We act on our initiative to get things done for our clients. Our independence gives us the flexibility and freedom to keep things simple, efficient and effective. We are COLLABORATIVE – With a curious mindset, we ask the right questions to get to the right solution, for our clients faster. We collaborate to win together and share our successes. We are ETHICAL – We behave with integrity at all times and assume positive intent, building trust through responsible actions and honest relationships. Equal Opportunities for Everyone Please let us know if there’s anything we can do to make the process easier for you. You can reach us at [email protected] . We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status.