Funds Associate (London)

Acadian Asset Management (UK) Limited (Acadian UK) is an FCA authorized and regulated money manager located in London. Acadian UK is a wholly owned subsidiary of Acadian Asset Management LLC a global systematic investment manager at the forefront of data-driven investing since 1986. Headquartered in Boston with locations in Singapore London and Sydney we manage over $166 billion on behalf of leading institutions worldwideincluding pension funds endowments foundations and sovereign wealth funds. We harness advanced technology rich datasets and multidisciplinary expertise to help clients navigate complex markets and uncover insights that may be overlooked by traditional approaches.

What sets Acadian apart is our people. We foster a collaborative intellectually curious environment where ideas are tested diverse perspectives are welcomed and innovation thrives. Were united by a shared purpose: delivering effective client outcomes and supporting one another in work thats both challenging and rewarding. We offer a flexible hybrid work environment strong benefits and a casual but focused office cultureall designed to support the meaningful collaborative work that defines Acadian.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Funds Associate within Acadians Product Strategy team with a focus on UCITS. This role requires an individual with experience in institutional client service fund operations and distribution and regulatory frameworks governing UCITS structures. The individual will play a critical role in managing complex client relationships ensuring seamless fund operations and driving operational efficiencies. The role will also encompass coordination of cash flow activity for Acadians institutional separate account clients.

Acadian supports a hybrid work environment employees are on-site in the London office 3 days a week.

What Youll Do:

• Support all aspects of client service for UCITS investors and distribution partners including new account onboarding transitions restructurings closings and complex cash flow management acting as liaison between clients and internal teams (Compliance Operations Portfolio Management Legal and Distribution) to ensure seamless communication and execution.
• Coordinate cash flow activity for institutional separate account clients serving as key liaison between clients and all internal parties.
• Work with key stakeholders towards successful new fund and share class launches.
• Assist with fund documentation regulatory disclosures and document distribution including Prospectus Factsheets and financial statements ensuring compliance with UCITS requirements.
• Enhance client service delivery by streamlining processes automating workflows and implementing best practices to improve efficiency and reduce operational risks including technological enhancements.
• Support fund governance responsibilities including coordination with Management Company ensuring adherence to all regulatory requirements.

Were Looking for Teammates With:

• Bachelors degree in Finance Business Economics or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in institutional client service fund operations and distribution or investor relations within an asset management or financial services environment.
• Expertise in UCITS funds including fund operations fund distribution regulatory requirements fund governance and investor reporting.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues to manage complex client relationships coordinate across multiple internal teams and drive strategic initiatives.
• Solution-oriented mindset with the ability to identify opportunities for automation efficiency and process improvement.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage with senior stakeholders and institutional investors.
• Strong business judgment and problem-solving ability capable of managing high-pressure situations and delivering results.