Head of Depositary - Ireland

Purpose of the Job

This will be a multi-faceted role covering all the operational aspects of Depositary services alongside the requirement to help develop new business opportunities and broaden the existing client base.

Main Responsibilities

• To take responsibility for being the immediate point of contact for all Dublin depository relationships.
• To consolidate the existing clients base and assume the leading role in developing the depositary activity of Ocorian.
• To act as a main contact for the CBI, being a designated person for the daily governance of the Dublin office.
• To ensure a first class depository administration service is delivered to the clients of Ocorian.
• Develop, implement and continuously develop the depositary procedures and checklists to ensure they are fit for purpose.
• Manage the ongoing development of the depositary systems used within Ocorian liaising with other jurisdictions to ensure a consistent approach to the delivery of depositary services across the Group.
• Assist with new business enquiries and if necessary, estimate budgets, prepare presentations and other useful materials for the business development team.
• Contribute to the thought leadership activity of the Ocorian group, including but not limited to writing relevant articles for publication, attending and participating on panels at industry conferences etc.
• Escalate any issues/risks arising from the fund activity of the depositary promptly to the Board of Directors, where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Ideally, the post holder will have completed a professional/relevant qualification to Professional Level (e.g. ACCA/ACA, ICSA).

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Ideally a minimum of 10 years or more relevant fund administration and depositary experience with a strong focus on closed ended structures investing in private equity, real estate, infrastructure, venture capital and private debt investment strategies.
• Must have a comprehensive understanding and technical knowledge of depositary services.
• Strong IT and business development skills.
• Ideally previously approved by the CBI in a similar position.

Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues at all levels.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Highly knowledgeable of the general CBI procedures and familiar with the applicable laws and regulations.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.

Additional Information

All staff are expected to embody our core values that underpin everything that we do and that reflect the skills and behaviours we all need to be successful.  These are:

• We are CLIENT CENTRIC – Clients are at the centre of our world, and we’re committed to providing expertise and specialist solutions to meet their most complex challenges.
• We are AMBITIOUS – We aim high. We think and act globally, seizing every opportunity to delight our clients and support our colleagues - wherever in the world they may be.
• We are AGILE – We act on our initiative to get things done for our clients. Our independence gives us the flexibility and freedom to keep things simple, efficient and effective.
• We are COLLABORATIVE – With a curious mindset, we ask the right questions to get to the right solution, for our clients faster. We collaborate to win together and share our successes.
• We are ETHICAL – We behave with integrity at all times and assume positive intent, building trust through responsible actions and honest relationships.

Equal Opportunities for Everyone

Please let us know if there’s anything we can do to make the process easier for you. You can reach us at careers@ocorian.com.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status.

information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.