Head of Depositary Operations, Conducting Officer

**What you will do**:
Establish & Lead Depositary Team
- In alignment with IMS management, develop strategic plan for the Depositary function in Luxembourg office, based on knowledge of IMS' solutions & business objectives
- Create, communicate and monitor the vision, goals & objectives for the function in Lux
- Participate in management training and lead the team, providing staff supervision, developing and delivering routine & ad hoc training/assistance, and serving as the first point of escalation
- Collaborate closely, and ensure the team is well-integrated, with IMS Dublin, operationally & solution-wise, for delivery of services to Luxembourg-domiciled funds
- Ensure Luxembourg office's successful adherence to internal and client-specific Depositary SLAs
- Ensure succession planning process is in place and operational within department, through identification and development of high potential personnel

Serve as a Senior Representative of SEI Lux & IMS
- Liaise with local regulator and industry groups on all depositary matters
- Prepare for, present at and participate actively in meetings with clients, sales prospects, local governance structures and the SEI Lux board
- Develop strong relationships with prospects & local centers of influence
- Build effective relationships with clients, internal client/prospective client teams, and external providers, including Central Administration, AIFM, Lawyers, Auditors, and Banks

Champion Operational Excellence
- Establish, maintain and administer SEI Lux Depositary functional procedures to ensure overall quality and timely delivery of IMS' services and solutions
- Ensure operational infrastructure is sufficient for the team to fulfill regulatory-compliance expectations and meet client, legal, regulatory, and investor reporting deliverables and deadlines
- Ensure team are kept abreast of all regulatory updates and processes are updated, as necessary.
- For processes outsourced or supported by other SEI locations, monitor and ensure the plan and organize tasks for the Depositary team to ensure timely deliverables
- Assist in onboarding new funds and work closely with the onboarding team to ensure a smooth transition
- Review constitutional documents, financial statements, prospectus, etc.
- Oversee and participate, as required in Due Diligence visits to Fund Management Companies, Administrators, Custodians
- Assist in funds' audits, particularly with year-end portfolio asset verification confirmations
- Complete ad hoc tasks/projects, as required, including internal committee memberships
- Perform oversight on internal delegates of the Depositary function and review KPI reports
- Escalate any identified risks or issues to Authorized Management or the SEI Lux Board

**What we need from you**:

- Third level qualification, preferably a university degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 15+ years' experience in the Financial Services industry (and operational services within depositary) in Luxembourg or similar jurisdiction (Ireland, UK, Netherlands, etc.)
- 5+ years managing a team, with a proven record in achieving business goals and retaining and developing talent
- Demonstrated industry expertise, prior experience in a Head of Depositary role
- Knowledge of investment and regulatory issues facing the Luxembourg Fund Industry
- Business-level fluency in English

**What we would like from you**:

- Flexibility and adaptability to manage a team in a fast-paced, challenging environment
- Excellent communication skills; fluency in foreign language (written and verbal) an advantage
- Strong organizational leadership, interpersonal and influencing skills
- Keen critical thinking, analysis and problem solving skills

**About SEI® & SEI Lux**:
SEI Investments - S.A. (SEI Lux") is SEI's Luxembourg-based European subsidiary, a specialized PSF, authorised and regulated by the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF") (B257752), providing administrative and transfer agency services to Luxembourg investment funds.

**SEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and so much more**:
SEI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We recognize that our people are our most valuable asset and are (literally) invested in your success we know that a healthy, happy and motivated workforce is key to our continued growth. We are focused on ensuring a healthy work-life balance.

We are a technology and asset management company, delivering on our promise of building brave futuresSM-for our clients, our communities, and ourselves. Come build your brave future at SEI.

**Note**:
This position will require a successful background check, including employment verificati