About Citco
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Citco group of companies (Citco) is a network of independent companies worldwide for over 70 years, all of which are leading providers of asset-servicing solutions to the global alternative investment industry. With $1.8+ trillion in AuA and operations across 36 countries with over 50 office locations.
For decades, industry publications have recognized our leadership in service and innovation. These accolades are a reflection of our drive to push ourselves and our industry forward.
With strategically positioned global offices, we offer opportunities for graduates and seasoned professionals to work across the world. Careers at Citco can span continents.
For more information about Citco, please visit www.citco.com
About The Team & Business Line
Fund Administration is Citco's core business, and our alternative asset and accounting service is one of the industry's most respected. Our continuous investment in learning and technology solutions means our people are equipped to deliver a seamless client experience.
As a core member of our Fund Accounting team, you will be working with some of the industry's most accomplished professionals to deliver award-winning services for complex fund structures that our clients can depend upon.
Position Overview
The Senior Vice President is responsible for providing strategic leadership to their management team, holding them accountable to execute and deliver against goals and objectives. Meeting deliverables to Private Assets clients and other Citco Offices per Service Level Agreements (SLAs); managing workflow, to and from, other Citco offices; ensuring local employees have the tools and training they require; liaising with clients; and driving process improvement are key responsibilities in this position. The ability to take the lead in global and local initiatives, acting as a focal point for interactions with other Citco Offices and technology groups, will be central to successful execution of the role.
Main Job Functions/Responsibilities
- Work with executive management, locally and globally, to shape and develop tactical and strategic solutions
- Develop goals for direct reports and their teams, and manage employees to successfully meet these goals
- Evaluate, manage and mitigate risk on behalf of Citco and our clients (portfolio and operational)
- Ensure new clients, funds and conversions are integrated onto Citco platforms and adhere to best practice
- Manage the pipeline of work in and out of local teams, matching resources with work requirements
- Oversee compliance of SLAs with clients / other Citco Offices, resolving issues as they arise
- Develop ideas on how to improve best practice, create operational efficiencies, utilize technology and deliver a better product to our clients
- Ensure adherence to all internal and external audit standards
- Escalate judiciously to Senior Management, as and when issues arise
- Coach direct reports and develop talent, ensuring that training is executed effectively
- Complete ad hoc report requests and operations metrics as required by the executive team
- Act as a main contact for clients and other Citco offices
- Take a lead role and/or oversee special projects/ systems implementations and workflows
Education, Qualifications And Experience
- Bachelor or master level degree in a business discipline
- 12+ years of progressive work experience in Financial Services and/or Private Equity/Assets Fund Administration, inclusive of executive level management experience
- Experience managing large scale financial operations in a fast-paced environment
- Strong product knowledge Private Assets Investments
- Knowledge of Private Assets, hedge or mutual funds, plus domestic, global and OTC security markets, fixed income and derivative product knowledge
- Excellent customer relationship skills
- Incisive analytical skills allied with creative problem solving
- Ability to drive systems implementations and work flow process initiatives
- Outstanding communication skills
- Willingness to travel on an ad hoc basis
Core Competencies
- Operational Decision Making
- Risk Management
- Client/Business Relationship Management
- Leadership
- Execution
Our Benefits
Your well-being is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits in your location.
We embrace diversity, prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect
Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection
