The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

Senior Administrator – Corporate Solutions

Role Location: Jersey, Channel Islands

Department: Corporate Services

Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time

Reporting to: Associate Director

Summary of role

You will be a member of a team within our corporate services group that specialises in the provision of corporate services to regulated funds and fund services business clients.

Working closely with the responsible Manager and Associate Director on their portfolio, the role requires proactive, hands-on client interaction including regular client meetings, all conducted in a professional manner and in accordance with regulatory requirements, agreed client service-levels and company standards.

Job Specification

• You will be a key contact for the investment manager, board of non-executive directors and intermediaries within your designated portfolio of clients.
• You will assist in the training and development of more junior team members to build and develop their knowledge and enhance their career and promotion prospects.
• You will provide support to the management team in the operation of an effective system of internal control throughout the Company complying with prescribed policies and procedures.
• You will work collaboratively with a cross jurisdictional team on a dedicated client portfolio including attendance at Board and Committee meetings, drafting minutes and other governance and administrative matters.
• In addition work closely with in-house client accounting team and depositary team to ensure client deliverables are met.
• This is an opportunity to be part of a close-knit, service orientated team and to contribute to the successful performance of our clients.
• As with any role level within our business, we are dedicated to the development of our staff and offer support for professional qualifications / studies.

Essential Skills

• To hold, or be studying towards, a professional qualification recognised by the JFSC preferably ICSA or ACCA.
• At least 4 years’ experience in the Finance Industry
• Broad knowledge and understanding of company administration and corporate governance.
• Proven knowledge of appropriate Jersey legislation and regulation and the ability to demonstrate both compliance, risk and audit awareness.
• Good minute writing skills.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities with the ability to present ideas in user-friendly, business-friendly and technical language.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Self-motivated with experience of working in a team-orientated and collaborative environment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to identify potential risks and escalate when necessary and the ability to draft high quality minutes of meetings.

Skills

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to identify and suggest procedural improvements.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritise workloads, working within allocated deadlines and according to instructions and Company procedures, manage time scales and use own initiative.
• Confident in using all systems necessary for day-to-day tasks and ability to identify own training needs.
• To be aware of, and convey, the correct professional image and high standards applied by the Company.

Desirables

• Knowledge of the London Stock Exchange Listing Rules, the UK Corporate Governance Code and/or the Association of Investment Companies Code of Corporate Governance would be advantageous but not essential as “on the job” training will be provided.

What you will get in return:

• A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business
• Exposure to all aspects of the business, cross-jurisdiction and to working with senior management directly.
• A challenging but very rewarding role with continued learning.

Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct souring model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.