Funds Senior Officer

Alter Domus • Guernsey, WY

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Officer in Alter Domus’s Fund Administration team, you will manage a portfolio of fund clients and deliver operational and administrative support throughout the fund lifecycle. You will serve as a day-to-day client contact, coordinate cross-functional activity, and contribute to governance, compliance, and reporting processes. The role also includes developing junior colleagues and supporting business growth.

The position involves administering private equity, debt, and related investment funds; delivering operational processes such as drawdowns, distributions, investment transactions, investor reporting, financing arrangements, and investor query handling; and supporting payment processing, cash management, bookkeeping, financial reporting, and audits. You will work with Company Secretarial and Fund Accounting teams, maintain KYC and CDD documentation, support new client and entity setup, and provide guidance and training to junior team members.

Requirements

• Relevant fund administration experience and a commitment to high-quality client service.
• A relevant professional qualification or advanced progress toward obtaining one.
• Relevant industry experience in a similar role.
• Solid organisational skills and the ability to manage one's own workload.
• A proactive approach to professional development and service improvement.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet a range of deadlines.
• High level of IT literacy.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day administration of a portfolio of funds, including private equity, debt, and related investment strategies.
• Drive operational processes, including drawdowns, distributions, investment transactions, investor reporting, financing arrangements, and investor queries.
• Act as a primary point of contact for clients, board members, and third-party intermediaries, including banks, lawyers, and accountants.
• Manage client transactions and escalate complex matters to the Engagement Manager as appropriate.
• Process and review client payments across multiple banking platforms.
• Liaise with the Fund Accounting team to support timely and accurate bookkeeping and financial reporting for fund entities.
• Ensure effective cash management across client entities.
• Support and coordinate audits in line with client timelines and requirements.
• Work with the Company Secretarial team to ensure governance responsibilities and reporting operate smoothly and in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Support preparation and maintenance of KYC and CDD documentation.
• Operate in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory obligations.
• Support new business activity, including client acceptance, entity establishment, and setup of client-specific operational processes and records.
• Provide guidance, support, and on-the-job training to junior team members.

Benefits

• Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave.
• Flexible arrangements and generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday.
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression.
• Active sports, events, and social committees across offices.
• 24/7 support available from the Employee Assistance Program.
• Opportunity to invest in the company’s growth and success through the Employee Share Plan.
• Additional local benefits depending on location.
• Access to the Alter Domus Academy learning zones and LinkedIn Learning resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed