I am working with my client, an international Investment manager to appoint a Fund Platform Finance and Operational Associate. This role will support the finance and operational activities of the Fund platform, assist with managing the day-to-day operations of the investment Funds of Private Equity, Hedge Funds, Venture Capital, Bio Tech and Real Estate asset classes. Providing control and oversight of externally administered asset holding and SPV structures. Supporting deal execution, asset management, cash management and financial reporting activities. Duties and Responsibilities General The role is split across Hedge Funds operations and supporting the newer partnerships (Venture Capital and Bio Tech) This includes:- Assist with the daily, weekly and monthly processes; this includes cash management, data capture, pricing and monitoring of corporate actions. Review and sign off of NAVs produced by Fund Admin; this to be done in an accurate and timely manner in line with agreed deadlines. Responsible for the maintenance and oversight of the Portfolio Management system; ensuring accurate static / transactional data. Involvement with operational duties including cash payments and instructing shareholder/portfolio dealing; the Kedge HF funds are monthly dealing and the candidate will provide oversight of all transactions from the planning stage, to settlement. FX dealing; provide assistance in review and execution of monthly swaps. Providing reporting to Corporate Functions, Group and Local boards; this will include group financial reporting, liquidity reporting, budgeting, forecasting. Regulatory reporting; assist in preparing any required reporting. Maintenance of the LTIP schemes; including forecasting future liabilities to the group. Liaise and work with external vendors; including but not limited to external auditors and third-party administrators. Provide support to the investor relations function; this will include assisting with review of KYC / Due Diligence, client reviews and responding to any client queries. General admin work; any queries from the underlying managers or any other stakeholder are to be responded to in a timely manner. Provide transaction support to the relevant asset class on new investments/divestments. Any other duties as may reasonably require and working on ad hoc projects. Other attributes or qualifications: Relevant experience is required and/or any relevant qualification would be beneficial. Part qualified accountant would be beneficial but not required Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. Familiarity with financial management systems and databases used for maintaining statutory records and financial information. Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks, such as transaction support, financial reporting, and corporate administration. A flexible approach to work, with the ability to take on additional tasks and responsibilities as needed. Proactive in identifying process improvements and implementing solutions to enhance operational efficiency. Skills: Fund Platform SPV Asset Management NAV