Senior Officer, Depositary

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.

THIS ROLE:

In this role you will bebe responsible for managing complex depositary operations and reviewing work of junior officers. You will provide technical guidance and acts as a subject matter expert while independently handling sophisticated client requirements and complex transactions.  

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

• You will review complex transactions you will drive regulatory compliance and manage key client relationships
• You will oversee cash monitoring processes and provide technical guidance
• You will review Officer's 1-3 work as well as constitutional documents
• You will oversee cash and safekeeping reconciliations and prepare complex reports
• You will manage stakeholder relationships and coordinate with service providers
• You will ensure regulatory compliance and review complex documentation and handle critical issues

WHAT WE OFFER 

• Competitive compensation and benefits – including allowances, government-mandated benefits, 13th month pay, and performance-based bonuses
• Health and wellness support – HMO coverage from Day 1 (with 2 free dependents), life and accident insurance, mental health support, and medical allowances
• Leave benefits – generous paid time off, special leave types, and observance of all Philippine holidays
• Hybrid work setup and tools – company-issued laptop, work-from-home kit, and flexibility after initial onboarding
• Learning and growth opportunities – access to training, annual salary reviews, internal mobility, and performance rewards

ABOUT YOU:

• You hold a Bachelor's degree in law, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. A university degree in law or economics is considered an advantage.
• You have a 3–4 years of experience in the depositary/custody function, gained in a depositary bank or a similar role in audit or fund accounting
• You have a hands-on experience in the Private Equity / Real Estate markets, with a strong understanding of their unique structures.
• You have a solid knowledge of regulatory compliance in depositary operations.
• You have expertise in managing complex transactions and handling sophisticated client requirements independently.
• You have the ability to drive regulatory compliance and oversee cash monitoring processes and reconciliations
• You have an experience in reviewing constitutional documents and complex documentation
• You have proven ability to provide technical guidance to junior officers and review their work (1–3 team members)
• You have an advanced reporting skills, including the preparation of complex reports and documentation for stakeholders
• You have an In-depth knowledge of depositary operations and cash safekeeping functions
• You have a strong leadership and mentoring skills to guide junior officers and build a collaborative team
• You have an excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage key client relationships and coordinate with external service providers
• You have the ability to handle critical issues calmly and efficiently, ensuring timely resolutions
• You have high attention to detail and organizational skills for overseeing multiple complex tasks simultaneously

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.