Depositary Oversight Manager, Vice President,
On-siteDublin, Leinster, Ireland or Kilkenny, Leinster, Ireland
Job Summary
Lead the development and continuous enhancement of Depositary governance frameworks, policies, and procedures across multiple jurisdictions. Drive cross-jurisdictional strategic initiatives to ensure consistent execution of oversight practices, including safekeeping, cash flow monitoring, and investment restriction monitoring. Coordinate governance reporting for Board and Committee materials while acting as a central point for global Depositary initiatives. Provide independent challenge and escalation on governance, risk, and control issues by partnering with Risk, Compliance, Legal, and Operations to implement regulatory changes. Represent the function in senior governance forums, client due diligence meetings, and regulatory interactions to identify emerging risks and drive remediation.
Required Qualifications
- Degree qualified
- Extensive experience in Depositary or related financial services roles
- Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g. UCITS, AIFMD) and Depositary obligations including oversight and safekeeping
- Strong understanding of governance frameworks, risk management, and control environments
- Experience in regulatory engagement, audits, or due diligence processes
- Proven experience in leading and delivering strategic initiatives and transformation programmes
- Experience working across multiple jurisdictions with an ability to align diverse teams and processes
Desired Qualifications
- Strategic Leadership: Ability to set direction and deliver complex initiatives across multiple jurisdictions
- Stakeholder Management: Ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders across functions and regions
- Collaboration & Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to present complex topics clearly
- Change & Delivery Focus: Proven ability to drive and embed change in complex operating environments
- Judgement & Decision Making: Ability to assess risks and make informed, balanced decisions
- Accountability & Ownership: Strong sense of ownership for outcomes and governance standards
- Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders, including Boards, regulators, and clients
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
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