Officer 2, Depositary

Company Description

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 5,800+ people across 25 jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceeding US$750 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

• 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
• Wellbeing:
• HMO on Day 1: Covers the Primary member up to two (2) dependents at 100% of the monthly premium. Any additional dependent will be covered by the employee
• Group Life & Accident Insurance Coverage
• Mental Health Access thru partnership with MindNation
• Annual leave: All our employees are entitled to 26 days paid leave, plus all PH public holidays.
• Flexible working: We recognize the value of working flexibly and is keen to ensure all employees enjoy an excellent work-life blend. As such, we offer Hybrid (70% WFH – 30% Onsite) **First 60 days candidate will need to render 100% Onsite for Onboarding
• 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

• You should have a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• You should have 2–3 years of experience in depositary or custody operations, fund administration, or similar roles
• You should have experience in managing cash monitoring activities and reviewing transaction documentation
• You should have familiarity with regulatory compliance standards within the depositary environment

Skills and Key Behaviours:

In addition to upholding our Group Values (Authentic, Bold, and Collaborative), the role holder will be

expected to demonstrate the following:

• You should strong understanding of routine depositary operations, including fund activity tracking and year end asset position preparation
• You should have proficiency in client service delivery and coordination with external service providers
• You should have advanced knowledge of MS Office tools, particularly Excel, for reporting and analysis
• You should have excellent attention to detail for maintaining compliance standards and reviewing documentation
• You should have strong communication and interpersonal skills for handling client queries and collaborating with supervisors and team members
• You should have effective organizational skills to manage deadlines and multiple tasks independently
• You should have proactivity and self-motivation, with the ability to develop deeper technical knowledge
• You should have adaptability and resourcefulness, demonstrating the ability to work under moderate supervision
• You should be commitment to quality and accuracy, ensuring all operations align with prescribed standard

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 5,800+ employees - from 94 nationalities, across 25 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 leads to our sustainability and success. We're emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.