Senior Administrator | Investor Services

Company Description

Fund services | Corporate | Capital markets | Private client | Regulatory & Compliance

We help clients succeed by unlocking new value through expertise, trust and scale. We deliver solutions that solve complex challenges faced by asset managers, financial institutions, corporates, high net-worth individuals and family offices.

With a curious mindset, we ask the right questions to get to the right solution, faster. We collaborate to win together, sharing successes and shaping the future of our global business. Our culture of support and recognition provides the tools and opportunities for you to grow, while unlocking the most value for our clients and making your mark with Ocorian.

Expertise: We deliver specialist, tech-enabled solutions for our clients grounded on deep industry expertise.

Trust: We’re a trusted partner to over 8,000 clients globally. We are proud to have long-lasting partnerships with our clients.

Scale: With more than 1,500 colleagues, we operate across 20+ countries, our scale enables us to support our clients globally and locally, providing a seamless client experience across borders and service lines.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working  
• Private Pension Plan 
• Private Medical Insurance 
• Annual Salary Review
• Bonus

Job Description

Please note that for this role we accept applications from candidates based in Belfast, Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man. 

Purpose of the Job

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive professional to join our Alternative Investments/Global Funds team as part of our Client Due Diligence (CDD) function.

You will play an important part in supporting investor onboarding and ongoing due diligence activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while delivering an excellent service to internal stakeholders. You'll work closely with Compliance, Fund Administration teams, Management, and Directors to manage investor CDD processes and contribute to maintaining the highest standards of risk management and regulatory compliance.

Main Responsibilities

• Conduct CDD reviews for a range of investor types, including simplified, standard, and high-risk investors and structures.
• Review internal systems and databases to determine whether prospective investors are existing clients or investors.
• Prepare detailed ownership and structure charts, identifying controllers and Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs).
• Identify any gaps or deficiencies in CDD documentation and work with Administrators to obtain the required information.
• Support investor screening processes and complete relevant internal documentation and checklists.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records within the Investor CDD Tracker.
• Provide support, guidance, and knowledge sharing to colleagues across the team.
• Act as deputy to the CDD Manager when required.
• Liaise with the CDD Manager, Compliance team, and FATCA/CRS specialists to obtain guidance, approvals, and sign-off where necessary.
• Apply a strong understanding of AML/CFT requirements, customer due diligence standards, and cross-border regulatory obligations.
• Ensure risk management, review procedures, and operational controls are consistently followed.
• Escalate risks, issues, or concerns promptly to management or Directors where appropriate.
• Support additional CDD, compliance, and operational activities as required by the CDD Manager and wider Global Funds business.
• Maintain the highest levels of confidentiality when handling information relating to Ocorian, its clients, and employees.
• Record time accurately in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Comply with all information security policies, procedures, and controls to ensure the protection of sensitive information.

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Qualifications

• Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent.
• A degree in Law, Management, Finance, or a related discipline would be advantageous.
• Professional qualifications, or progress towards qualifications such as ICSA, STEP, or other relevant certifications, are desirable.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 3 years' experience within Compliance, CDD/KYC, Fund Administration, Trust, Corporate Services, or a related financial services environment.
• Good technical understanding of AML/CFT legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Experience reviewing corporate ownership structures and beneficial ownership information.
• Strong understanding of customer due diligence processes and ri