VP, Funds Strategy

Acadian Asset Management is 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 $195 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 an experienced VP Funds Strategy with a focus on our Delaware and Cayman private funds US Collective Investment Trusts and Canadian Trusts. This individual will play a strategic role ensuring seamless fund operations driving efficiencies and building a strong foundation for growth via funds. The role requires a seasoned professional with deep expertise in funds institutional client service wealth distribution channels and regulatory frameworks.

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

What Youll Do:

• Coordinate fund launches and fund lifecycle events by developing and executing processes and project plans leading stakeholder meetings and tracking milestones.
• Serve as a central liaison across internal teams including Business Development and Relationship Management Portfolio Management Operations Legal Compliance and others to ensure alignment and timely execution.
• Lead cross-functional strategic initiatives to enhance client experience optimize fund processes and support scalable growth via Acadians funds range.
• Serve as a trusted subject matter expert and advisor to internal teams and institutional clients providing proactive support market experience and solutions tailored to evolving needs.
• Foster effective partnerships with external service providers to drive efficiencies reduce operational costs and ensure resolution of outstanding questions and operational issues.
• Support client-facing and marketing teams by responding to routine fund-related inquiries streamlining processes and authoring fund knowledge content.
• Own and drive fund documentation and regulatory disclosures ensuring proper transparency and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Were Looking for Teammates With:

• Bachelors degree in finance business economics or a related field; CFA preferred.
• 12 years of relevant experience within an asset management or financial services environment with a focus on funds product development and institutional client service; experience in US Wealth and DC channels a plus.
• Strong leadership skills ownership mentality with a proven ability to coordinate across internal stakeholders and drive strategic initiatives.
• Excellent analytical / conceptual problem-solving skills with ability to leverage quantitative and qualitative approaches to develop actionable recommendations.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage with senior stakeholders and institutional investors effectively.
• Strong business judgment and capable of managing high-pressure situations and delivering results.
• Experience with fund operations compliance oversight and service provider management (custodians fund administrators etc.).
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving needs in a fast-paced environment.

The base salary range for this role is $150000 $185000per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a candidates skills qualifications and relevant addition to base pay this position may be eligible for discretionary incentive compensationand includes participation in Acadians comprehensive benefits program which includes health retirement and wellness offerings.

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