Depositary Bank Supervision Analyst

LUXEMBOURG

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**Senior Depositary Bank Supervision Analyst (M/F)**

**9 Months Limited Term Employment Contract (CDD)**

In addition to servicing Private Banking clients, Edmond de Rothschild (Europe) acts as Depositary Bank for a wide range of UCIs across various client segments.

Edmond de Rothschild is a conviction-driven investment house founded on the idea that wealth should be used to build the future. Family-based, independent and specialized, the Group favors bold strategies and investments rooted in the real economy, combining long-term performance and impact.

**MAIN MISSION**

Edmond de Rothschild (Europe) acts as Depositary Bank for a wide range of UCIs across various client segments both within the field of traditional and alternative investment funds. Our mission is to provide investor protection through the safekeeping of the Funds’ assets and segregation, overseeing the general administration of the Funds, and the monitoring of the cash accounts of the Funds. Additionally, Depositary Bank Supervision ensures that all depositary oversight duties are performed in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations in line with industry best practice.

In this context, as part of its efforts to reinforce its supervisory activities relating to alternative investment funds, the Depositary is seeking a senior depositary bank supervision analyst to perform oversight duties with respect to private equity, real estate, infrastructure, venture capital, debt funds, as well as other types of alternatives funds. Given the complex nature of certain of our fund structures and the diversity of the asset classes in-scope, a proven experience of the AIFMD regime from a theoretical and practical perspective is a must.

This is a multifaceted position where collaboration, effective communication, and attention to details make the difference at the end of the day.

**YOUR DUTIES**

As a Senior Depositary Bank Supervision Analyst, your main responsibilities will be to:

- Assume the responsibility for the effective performance of depositary bank oversight controls, ensure their efficiency and robustness at all times
- Ensure that first line of defense controls relating to the funds are executed in a timely manner and in line with internal procedure, escalate any identified issue
- Maintain and enhance depositary procedures, contribute actively to the review of the control framework including checklists, and suggest improvements
- Participate in the coordination of projects, requests for proposals, audits and holding confirmation campaigns, due diligences (e.g. AIFM, ManCos, Central administrators, storage facilities for physical assets) whether performed remotely or on-site
- Monitor and report on the effectiveness of the operational output from third party service providers, and escalate any identified issue where appropriate
- Work with internal & external parties to resolve queries, and provide departmental reporting to management
- Represent the Depositary oversight function internally within the Group, and externally by attending commercial venues and seminars
- Keep up-to-date with related business, technical and regulatory developments

**PROFILE & COMPETENCES**
- Master’s degree or equivalent in economics, management, law, or any other relevant education, ideally supplemented with training in risk management or relating to the banking / fund industry overall with emphasis on alternative funds
- Professional experience consisting of minimum 3 years in a similar position, fund control or operations, client service management with focus on alternative funds’ activities and operations, any experience in the field of audit is welcomed
- Broad fund industry knowledge of the responsibilities of the Depositary under both UCITS and AIFMD. An understanding of complex Private Equity, Real Estate, and Hedge Funds’ strategies being a distinct advantage for the role
- Problem solving approach coupled with a « can do » attitude. An ability to connect different elements together, and manage various risks effectively
- High and constant level of commitment, equally comfortable working independently or within a team. Ability to coordinate work across multiple disciplines, prioritize, and handle multiple tasks while meeting tight deadlines
- Good communication skills i.e. able to articulate complex issues and deliver concise messages verbally and in writing in both English and French. Working proficiency in French required since being the corporate language of the Bank
- The concept of value of diversity and inclusion at the Bank, as to promote a culture where anyone can realize its full potential, and bring its true, authentic self to work