ABOUT IQ-EQ
Is a global investor services group with deep expertise in private markets. We support investment managers, asset owners and global businesses with the administration, compliance, governance, data and reporting that their structures depend on.
Across 25 jurisdictions, our 6,500+ professionals combine technical strength, connected technology and human understanding – the IQ and the EQ – to free clients from operational complexity and give them the peace of mind to focus on their core business activities.
Our IQ is our technical, regulatory and operational expertise, underpinned by data, technology and coordinated global delivery. Our EQ is our human partnership: understanding the business behind the numbers, the culture behind the structures and the individuals behind the screens.
With more than US$950 billion of assets under administration, our global client base includes 13 of the world’s top 15 private equity firms* and 19 of the top 25 private debt firms**.
One relationship connects our clients to the right expertise as needs evolve, helping them move forward with clarity and confidence, wherever they operate.
To find out more about IQ-EQ visit iqeq.com
Job DescriptionTHIS ROLE
Are you passionate about investor services and ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? As an Associate Manager within our Investor Services team, you'll lead and develop a talented team while acting as a trusted partner to clients, investors, and key stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity to combine technical expertise with people leadership, overseeing the delivery of high-quality investor servicing solutions, driving operational excellence, and contributing to the continued growth of a dynamic and collaborative business. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy building strong relationships, and are motivated by developing both people and processes, this role offers an excellent platform to make a meaningful impact and advance your career.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- You’ll oversee day‑to‑day investor services operations, reviewing work completed by Investor Services Officers and ensuring all deliverables meet quality, compliance, and regulatory requirements
- You’ll manage relationships with clients and investors, providing guidance on ongoing matters and proactively resolving issues before they escalate into complaints
- You’ll monitor investor transactions, including subscriptions, redemptions, transfers, trade settlements, and capital calls, ensuring accuracy and timely processing
- You’ll oversee FATCA/CRS reporting, AM/CFT reviews, CDD requirements, investor onboarding processes, and compliance approvals for complex investor structures, including Omnibus Accounts, PEPs, and REPs
- You’ll coach and develop team members, support performance reviews, drive process improvements, and ensure all internal, client, and Group reporting deadlines are achieved
WHAT WE OFFER
- Comprehensive remuneration: Motivating financial packages based upon market rates for your role and is proportionate to your qualifications, level of experiences and skills profile
- Pension Scheme: Generous employer contribution with the ability to allow and increase employee contributions
- Annual leave: All our employees are entitled to 22 days paid leave. Enhanced maternity and paternity, including shared parental leave and adoption leave
- Flexible working: We recognise the value of working flexibly and is keen to ensure all employees enjoy an excellent work-life blend. As such, we are open to conversations with employees related to setting up flexible working arrangements
- Support and development: We will ensure you have the right training, tools and development plan to grow and improve your skills every day
ABOUT YOU
- You hold a degree or are fully qualified ACCA or ICSA, with a strong foundation in investor services, fund administration, or financial services
- You bring robust relevant experience, including exposure to investor servicing, transfer agency, or fund administration activities
- You have a strong understanding of FSC regulations relating to open‑ended and closed‑ended fund structures
- You are a people‑focused leader who enjoys coaching, developing talent, and creating a collaborative and high‑performing team environment
- You are highly organised, client‑focused, and detail‑oriented, with strong Microsoft Office skills, working knowledge of Microgen, and excellent communication skills in English
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT
As a forward-looking business, sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining meaningful, long-term relationships with all our stakeholders, including our employees, clients, and local communities, while also reducing our impact on our natural environment.
There is always more we can, and should do, to improve, whether in relation to our people, our clients, our planet, or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape. We're committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse culture for our people, led by our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion steering committee.
Our learning and development programmes and systems (including PowerU and MyCampus) enable us to invest in growing our employees' careers, while our hybrid working approach supports our employees in achieving balance and flexibility while remaining connected to colleagues. We want to empower our 5,500+ employees, from 94 nationalities, speaking 41 languages across 25 countries, to each achieve their potential. Through IQ-EQ Launchpad, we support female managers launching their first fund, in an environment where only 15% of all private equity and venture capital firms are gender balanced.
We're committed to growing long-term relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients' sustainability and success leads to our sustainability and success. We're emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.
Skills Required
- Degree or full ACCA or ICSA qualification
- Relevant experience in investor servicing, transfer agency, or fund administration
- Understanding of FSC regulations for open-ended and closed-ended fund structures
- Experience leading, coaching, and developing team members
- Strong organizational, client-service, and attention-to-detail skills
- Strong Microsoft Office skills
- Working knowledge of Microgen
- Excellent English communication skills
IQ-EQ Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IQ-EQ and has not been reviewed or approved by IQ-EQ.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive in many locations, including medical, dental/vision, life and disability coverage, and mental‑health/EAP. Feedback suggests these basics are consistently available with local implementation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, sick leave and holidays are frequently characterized as solid, with parental leave highlighted positively in multiple markets. Feedback suggests time‑off policies are a dependable part of the package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Hybrid working, wellbeing initiatives, and employee‑led CHESS activities are emphasized and often appreciated. Feedback suggests flexibility and community programs are visible parts of the overall offer.
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What We Do
We are IQ-EQ, a leading investor services group employing 4300+ people across 24 jurisdictions worldwide. We bring together that rare combination of global technical expertise and a deep understanding of our clients' needs. We have the know how and the know you to deliver for our clients - fund managers, multinational companies, family offices and private clients operating worldwide.
