Senior Depositary Officer
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Depositary Officer for direct recruitment on behalf of one of our clients in Luxembourg. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that our clients’ UCITS and AIF (Private Equity, Real Estate, Debt, and Infrastructure) structures meet all regulatory and operational obligations under Luxembourg law. This position requires a solid understanding of the Luxembourg fund industry and hands-on experience in depositary oversight, cash flow monitoring, and asset safekeeping activities.
Key Responsibilities
• Oversight & Monitoring
· Perform ongoing oversight duties in line with CSSF requirements for UCITS and AIFs.
· Ensure proper ownership verification, cash flow monitoring, and asset reconciliation.
· Conduct due diligence and ongoing monitoring of fund service providers, including fund administrators and investment managers.
· Review and challenge valuation processes, investment restrictions, and NAV calculations.
• Regulatory Compliance
· Ensure compliance with AIFMD, UCITS Directive, and CSSF Circulars.
· Maintain and update internal procedures to align with evolving regulations.
· Liaise with auditors, regulators, and internal compliance teams as needed.
• Operational Efficiency
· Use depositary technology solutions such as Funds Axis or Depowise (or similar platforms) to automate and enhance oversight processes.
· Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency and accuracy in reporting.
• Client Management
· Serve as a key contact point for clients and external stakeholders.
· Support onboarding of new funds, ensuring a smooth and compliant transition.
· Provide expert guidance to junior team members.
Profile
• Education: University degree in Finance, Economics, Law, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 4–7 years of experience in a depositary, fund administration, or audit role within the Luxembourg fund industry, with exposure to both UCITS and AIF (PERE) structures.
• Technical Skills:
· Solid understanding of AIFMD and UCITS frameworks.
· Practical experience with Funds Axis or Depowise or similar depositary oversight tools is mandatory.
· Advanced Excel and reporting tool skills.
• Soft Skills:
· Strong analytical and organizational abilities.
· Excellent communication skills in English (French and/or German considered an asset).
· Team-oriented mindset with the ability to manage priorities independently.
About us
Founded by former EY partners in 2002, IQ Solutions is a leading Luxembourg consultancy with 20 years' experience providing expert solutions to European clients and our global team seamlessly integrates into client work environments. We are an equal opportunity employer as we aim celebrating diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
What We Offer
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment,
- Opportunities for professional growth and development,
- Competitive compensation and benefits package,
- The chance to make a significant impact in a leading organization and to become one of our ambassadors.
Contribute to our successful Team
If you are passionate about the asset management industry and are ready to take your career to the next level, we invite you to apply or contact us at hr.talents@iqs.lu. Your application will remain confidential.
GDPR
IQS will collect all personal data from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
The personal data will be processed in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (Regulation (EU) 2016/679), (Enforcement date: 25 May 2018). We will process the data with the candidates consent or on the basis of the employment contract. The personal data will only be processed based on one of the possible legal basis (as per Art. 6 of the GDPR). Personal data will not be retained for more than required by the GDPR or by applicable Luxembourg laws.
