Technical Specialist

To support EPFL's oversight of its ACD-only Fund Sponsors and Delegate Service Partners (delegates). To primarily monitor the performance of delegates' Transfer Agency services, and support oversight of Portfolio Valuation (NAV Production) and Financial Reporting services, to ensure they perform within all relevant laws, regulations and agreed service levels.,

• Assist in daily oversight operations, ensuring tasks are documented and completed on time, and resolve issues and queries from delegates, escalating as needed.


• Document, periodically review, and update departmental procedures to ensure they remain current and effective


• Engage proactively with the EPFL Relationship Management Team to ensure professional and timely management of dealings with EPFL Sponsors and funds, and keep senior management informed of all developments and risks.


• Conduct oversight of Transfer Agency services to ensure prompt and competent delivery by delegates, and support oversight of Portfolio Valuation (NAV Production) and Financial Reporting as required.


• Support change management activities within the organization to ensure smooth transitions and implementations.


• Ensure fair treatment of sponsors and end-investors, maintain open and transparent interactions with external entities, thoroughly investigate breaches, and understand the regulatory framework, including key areas such as Financial Crime, CASS, Conflicts of Interest, and Data Protection.


• Monitor compliance with EPFL Outsourcing and Delegation policies, provide input to Relationship Management & Business Development teams, and ensure all parties receive necessary information to fulfill their obligations.


• Manage records and data according to Group policy, analyze management information to identify risks and opportunities, apply decision-making processes consistently, and support senior management in risk management efforts.
  
  Extensive experience of working with a Transfer Agent.


• Strong understanding of an ACD's oversight responsibilities


• Good knowledge of key industry trends and best practice within the Authorised Funds sector.


• Experience of operating within the FCA regulatory framework, with a working knowledge and understanding of current legislation and future regulatory developments pertaining to Authorised Funds., Relevant professional qualification(s) desirable, e.g. CISI Investment Operations Certificate
  
  Evelyn Partners is the UK's leading integrated wealth management and professional services group, with over 186 years of experience in helping generations of people and businesses to thrive. We offer an extensive range of financial and professional services to individuals, family trusts, professional intermediaries, charities and businesses.


We provide an award-winning service for our clients by employing the best people. Join us on our mission to place the power of good advice into more hands because we believe that everyone deserves access to good advice, regardless of where they're at in their financial journey.

An exceptional track record of growth and innovation is driven by our core values of: Personal, offering advice based on a true understanding of what matters to our clients; Partnership, working with our clients in a joined-up, collaborative way; and Performance, demonstrating a breadth and depth of advice expertise to deliver first-class results.


• Competitive salary


• Private medical insurance


• Life assurance


• Pension contribution


• Hybrid working model (role dependant)


• Generous holiday package


• Option to purchase additional holiday


• Shared parental leave


We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At Evelyn Partners we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we're delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workspace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and feel that they can achieve their full potential and work in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.

We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate for your needs throughout the application process. Please let your Recruiter know.