Officer 2, Depositary

ABOUT IQ-EQ  

We’re a leading Investor Services group offering end-to-end services in administration, accounting, reporting, regulatory and compliance needs of the investment sector worldwide.   We employ a global workforce of 6,500+ people across 24 jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceeding US$857 billion. We work with 13 of the world ’s top-15 private equity firms.  

Our services are underpinned by a Group-wide commitment to ESG and best-in-class technology including a global data platform and innovative proprietary tools supported by in-house experts. 

Above all, what makes us different is our people. Operating as trusted partners to our clients, we deliver intelligent solutions through a combination of technical expertise and strong relationships based on deep client understanding.

We’re driven by our Group purpose, to power people and possibilities. 

Job Description

THIS ROLE

In this role, you will be responsible for performing routine depositary operations with moderate supervision. You will handle straightforward depositary tasks independently while developing deeper understanding of processes and requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL DO  

• You will execute routine depositary operations and perform cash monitoring activities
• You will review basic transaction documentation and maintain prescribed compliance standards
• You will support client service delivery and deliver technical knowledge and conduct cash monitoring activities and review transaction documentation
• You will prepare year-end asset positions and handle routine client queries
• You will maintain regulatory compliance and report progress to supervisors

WHAT WE OFFER  

• Comprehensive remuneration: Motivating financial packages based upon market rates for your role and is proportionate to your

  qualifications

  , level of experience, and skills profile
• Wellbeing: Additional social benefits such as HMO coverage on your Day 1 with 2 dependents covered and group life and accident insurance
• Annual leave: All our employees are entitled to 26 days paid leave (subject to change due to the job level of the position)
• Hybrid working arrangement: We recognize the value of working flexibly and are 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

Qualifications

ABOUT YOU

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• At least 2–3 years of relevant experience in depositary or custody operations, fund administration, or similar roles, with exposure to cash monitoring and transaction review
• Strong understanding of depositary operations, regulatory compliance standards, and fund activity processes, including asset position and reporting requirements
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel, with strong attention to detail for reviewing documentation and ensuring compliance accuracy
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a proactive, self-motivated approach and ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining high-quality standards

Additional Information

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT  

Sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining 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 their colleagues. We want to empower our 6,500+ employees - from 94 nationalities, across 24 countries - to each achieve their potential. Through IQ-EQ Launchpad we support women 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 relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success lead to our sustainability and success. We’re emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.