Hedge Fund Operations Specialist – Global Macro

About the Company

Our client is a Singapore-based investment management firm with an established track record in fundamental long/short investing and growing multi-strategy capabilities.

Operating across listed equities and global macro strategies, the firm manages a diversified portfolio within a fast-paced buy-side environment. They are seeking an experienced Hedge Fund Operations Specialist to strengthen their operational infrastructure and support the continued expansion of the investment platform.

Job Description

The Hedge Fund Operations Specialist will support the trading and portfolio management teams across fund accounting, trade lifecycle management, investor operations and regulatory controls.

This is a broad and hands-on role requiring strong technical knowledge, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple operational workflows independently.

Key Responsibilities

Fund Accounting & Valuation

• Review and validate daily and monthly NAV calculations
• Perform P&L reconciliations, variance analysis and break resolution
• Calculate management fees, performance fees and fund expenses
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities
• Ensure timely and accurate fund accounting records

Trade & Portfolio Operations

• Monitor trade settlements and resolve failed or unmatched trades
• Reconcile trades, positions and cash balances with Prime Brokers
• Support trade bookings and other trade lifecycle events
• Process corporate actions, dividends and income entitlements
• Perform foreign exchange hedging and mark-to-market reconciliations

Investor & Fund Administration

• Coordinate subscription and redemption activities with Transfer Agents
• Work with fund administrators on capital activities and investor reporting
• Review investor statements and capital account reconciliations
• Support side pockets, special situations and other complex fund activities
• Ensure investor and fund records are properly maintained

Compliance, Controls & Reporting

• Monitor portfolios against investment guidelines and risk limits
• Support regulatory reporting, audit preparation and compliance reviews
• Review fund agreements, tax forms and operational documentation
• Maintain effective internal controls and documented operating procedures
• Assist with the resolution of operational, audit and regulatory matters

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with Prime Brokers, custodians, fund administrators and auditors
• Work closely with portfolio managers and traders on operational matters
• Coordinate with external service providers to resolve operational issues
• Provide timely updates on reconciliation breaks, settlements and fund activities

Systems & Process Improvement

• Maintain and enhance Excel-based reconciliation and reporting tools
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and reduce manual processes
• Support automation initiatives and operational system enhancements
• Contribute to ad hoc projects and broader team initiatives

Key Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of relevant fund operations experience
• Prior experience within a hedge fund, asset manager or buy-side environment is strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of NAV validation, P&L reconciliation and fund accounting
• Exposure to fund valuation is a plus
• Hands-on experience with trade settlements, corporate actions and cash or position reconciliations
• Experience working with Prime Brokers, custodians and fund administrators
• Familiarity with listed equities, foreign exchange or global macro strategies is advantageous
• Strong proficiency in Excel, including reconciliation and reporting tools
• Bloomberg Terminal experience will be advantageous
• Experience using Enfusion or another portfolio management system is a plus
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills
• Meticulous, independent and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Why Join

• Join an established and growing investment management firm
• Gain broad exposure across equities and global macro strategies
• Work closely with investment, trading and operational stakeholders
• Take ownership of critical fund operations and control processes
• Contribute to process improvements, automation and platform expansion
• Operate within a collaborative and high-performing buy-side environment

How to Apply

Simply submit your application by emailing your updated résumé in MS Word format to Wills Heng Wei He
EA Personnel Registration No.: R1549842
Email: [email protected]

For immediate consideration, please include:

• Current and expected salary
• Reason(s) for leaving
• Availability to commence work

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