Assistant Manager, Depositary

IQ-EQ is a leading Investor Services group which combines global expertise with an unwavering focus on client service delivery. We support fund managers, global companies, family offices and private clients operating worldwide.

Job Summary:

A technical expert position responsible for providing specialized knowledge in depositary services without supervisory duties. This role ensures quality standards, reviews complex matters, and serves as a technical resource and a subject matter expert while implementing best practices across depositary operations.

Core Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership for depositary services
• Review complex depositary matters
• Drive implementation of best practices
• Ensure regulatory compliance standards
• Establish stakeholder relationships
• Lead process improvement initiatives
• Serve as technical subject matter expert

Tasks:

• Review critical documentation
• Contribute to global technical training programs
• Drive process improvements
• Handle complex client matters
• Provide technical guidance
• Coordinate with stakeholders
• Develop operational procedures
• Monitor quality standards
• Resolve escalated technical issues

Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Law, Economics, or a related field
• Advanced certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA, or equivalent) are an advantage

Professional Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in the depositary/custody function within a depositary bank or similar experience in audit, fund administration, or financial services
• Extensive knowledge of regulatory compliance standards in depositary operations
• Proven expertise in managing complex depositary matters, including documentation review, stakeholder coordination, and quality monitoring
• Experience driving process improvement initiatives and implementing best practices in operational frameworks

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:

• Advanced technical knowledge of depositary services and related regulatory frameworks
• Strong ability to serve as a technical subject matter expert, providing guidance on intricate depositary issues
• Proficiency in developing and maintaining operational procedures that align with global standards
• Excellent capability to resolve escalated technical issues and handle complex client matters independently
• Skills in leading process improvements and contributing to technical training programs for global teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on identifying and addressing technical challenges
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Effectiveness at delivering technical guidance and support in a collaborative environment
• High degree of organization, with the ability to manage multiple technical priorities and ensure quality across all deliverables
• Proactivity and resourcefulness, consistently driving solutions and implementing improvements
• Attention to detail and quality-focus, ensuring operational standards meet or exceed expectations
• Collaboration and adaptability, thriving in cross-functional teams and dynamic environments
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability for technical excellence

• At IQ-EQ we want you to reach your full potential. We offer an inclusive and diverse environment to support your career aspirations. With a strong emphasis on continuous learning and a holistic approach to your professional and personal development. We also offer opportunities across our service lines and our international network of offices.