We’re working with a highly respected financial services business seeking a Director of Funds to provide strategic leadership, operational oversight, and commercial direction across its fund administration, corporate services, and private wealth functions.

This is a senior, high-impact position — ideal for a visionary leader with a strong network, deep sector knowledge, and a proven ability to inspire teams and nurture client relationships. You’ll play a key role in shaping operational strategy, driving performance, and maintaining the firm’s market-leading reputation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Lead and develop the fund administration, corporate services, and private wealth teams, fostering a high-performance culture
• Deliver strategic direction and ensure efficient, high-quality client service across all portfolios
• Oversee operational excellence and regulatory compliance across multiple service lines
• Build and sustain long-term client relationships, identifying new opportunities for growth and enhancement
• Represent the business at senior client and regulatory meetings, acting as a trusted advisor and ambassador for the firm
• Drive continuous improvement in operational processes, technology adoption, and team capability
• Collaborate closely with other business leaders to align service delivery with wider strategic goals
• Provide leadership in assessing, developing, and maximising the potential of existing client relationships

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Table 4 professional qualification (e.g., STEP, TEP, CGI, ACCA, LLB)
• 10–12 years’ experience in fund administration or financial services, with at least 5 years in a senior management or leadership role
• Deep knowledge of fund structures and fund administration practices, particularly across alternative asset classes
• Prior or current regulatory approval in a Prescribed Role
• Proven ability to manage large, multi-disciplinary teams and complex client portfolios
• Demonstrated success in driving operational strategy and supporting commercial growth
• Familiarity with fund administration systems such as Investran, eFront, or Allvue

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES: 

• Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen and a results-driven mindset
• Inspirational leader who promotes collaboration, accountability, and client focus
• Excellent relationship builder, comfortable operating at senior stakeholder and Board level
• High professional integrity and sound judgment in complex and regulated environments
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and inspire
• Must be Entitled or Entitled to work in Jersey