Our client, an internationally recognised fund admin service provider, is looking for a Head of Operations to join their team in Luxembourg, to play a key role in their ambitious growth and client service goals. You will be part of a dynamic and supportive environment where your contributions are valued. This role offers substantial exposure to client development, compliance, and operational management in a fast-growing sector, providing opportunities for professional growth and impact.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead an accounting and administration team, ensuring exemplary client service levels, managing relationships, and acting as the primary contact for clients and advisors.
• Directly manage three team leaders overseeing funds, accounting, and administration teams, driving performance, engagement, and development.
• Identify business development opportunities in collaboration with the Head of Commercial, leveraging group capabilities to meet client needs.
• Ensure full compliance with policies, regulatory, and legal obligations, with a strong focus on AML and KYC procedures.
• Oversee the commercial performance of client relationships, ensuring key performance and risk indicators are met.
• Act as an authorised signatory, Manager/Director on selected client boards, and potentially on the board of local operating businesses.
• Support the Luxembourg business and wider group strategy as a member of the senior leadership team.
• Model the companies values and behaviors, fostering an inclusive culture aligned with the companies mission.
• Recruit and onboard high-quality team members as needed.

Your Profile

• Full accounting qualification, with extensive experience in Luxembourg GAAP and IFRS; an Expert Comptable qualification is ideal.
• In-depth knowledge of technical funds, corporate, accounting, taxation, and fiduciary matters.
• Proven experience in managing compliance regulations and fiduciary obligations.
• A track record of working with high-net-worth individuals, corporates, and alternative fund managers.
• Strong leadership and team development skills, with a focus on driving performance and embracing change.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a pragmatic approach to improving efficiency.
• A high level of self-motivation, integrity, and the ability to build trust-based relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with competency in French as an added advantage.

Could this be the right opportunity for you? Please do not hesitate to send your CV to Andrew Notter andrew.notter@andersonwise.com to be considered for this recruitment process.

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