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Senior Fund Administrator

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Kleinwort Hambros

31 million customers. 145,000 employees. 67 countries. But our success is built on the power of one: you. Whoever you are, wherever you come from and wherever you are going, we’ll give you the support, opportunities and inspiration to create the career you’ve always wanted – and build a life that’s uniquely yours.
Kleinwort Hambros has a wealth of experience in helping individuals, families, entrepreneurs, charities and their advisers to manage their financial assets, whether they are based in the UK or overseas.

The Role

At Kleinwort Hambros, we know how to simplify life’s financial challenges. We also understand the importance of creating a strong relationship with our clients. Driven by shared values of team spirit, commitment, responsibility and innovation, all our teams are focused on delivering a truly personal service. All our staff, regardless of their role, help create better, deeper, more personal relationships with our clients, while offering them a greater level of service and opportunity.
We understand the importance of creating strong relationships and are looking for ambitious individuals to join our growing team. Working within our Private Banking arena you will have a clear focus on our key fundamental of managing relationships as we serve several thousand clients with a strong British heritage and a portfolio of niche international teams. What makes us different? Our offering is extensive; we are one of the few that can deliver an end to end suite of asset management.

The role

The Lyxor team are predominantly responsible for a group of Jersey regulated hedge funds. Their principal role is the oversight of functions outsourced to Paris and Luxembourg, as well as the Corporate Governance, Company-Secretarial, regulatory and compliance activities required in the administration of Jersey funds. NAV calculations, investor take-on/ dealing and financial accounts preparation are outsourced for these funds but subject to local oversight

Roles and Responsibilities

To prepare for and lead the committees of oversight covering Fund performance, operational and compliance matters. Critically evaluate information received. Review or draft minutes of meetings.
To follow up on operational, compliance or other matters arising, liaising with the various teams locally or abroad as well as lawyers, auditors etc.
Attend oversight meetings of service providers.
Manage the receipt of and review reporting receivable.
To prepare for and attend Fund Board meetings including board pack preparation and drafting/reviewing minutes.
To monitor compliance with Jersey law and regulations including CIF regulations and outsourcing rules.
Ensure compliance of the funds with Kleinwort Hambros Risk and Compliance procedures, and other operational procedures.

Skills and Experience

Proven track record working within the Financial Services industry, specialising in Funds.
Ideally candidates will hold a professional qualification i.e. ICSA, STEP, ACCA or ACA.
Experience in Funds and Company Administration, preferably of Jersey regulated Funds. Some Hedge Fund experience is desirable but not essential.
Good understanding of the relevant laws and regulations of the Jersey Jurisdiction; including Collective Investment Funds, Anti-Money laundering and Outsourcing rules.
Thorough understanding of the features of the different types of Fund structures.
Effective communication skills (oral and written); ability to grasp complex matters and document them effectively.
Effective interpersonal skills