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The Head of Group Depositary Bank Services leads the Group Depositary Bank function and is accountable for its strategic positioning, support of the commercial development and regulatory integrity across all jurisdictions in scope, including Luxembourg and the Netherlands. The role covers Depositary Bank services primarily for UCITS and AIFMD-regulated funds, while also supporting other structures, including non-regulated or lightly regulated funds, depending on client needs and the evolution of the Group’s service offering. The role ensures that the Depositary Bank acts as a trusted, value-adding control partner to the Front Office, Asset Servicing and Fund clients, while independently fulfilling its duties of safekeeping, oversight and cash-flow monitoring in accordance with applicable regulatory frameworks (including UCITS V, AIFMD, CSSF requirements and relevant local regulations), acting solely in the interest of the funds and their investors. With responsibility for both liquid and illiquid assets (including private equity, real estate, infrastructure and private debt), the role combines strong commercial and stakeholder leadership with robust governance, control frameworks and escalation discipline, within a scope that may evolve over time in line with regulatory developments and strategic growth.
Job Responsibility
Act as the senior commercial and functional representative of the Depositary Bank, partnering closely with the Front Office on pre-sales, onboarding and client discussions across regulated and non-regulated fund structures, while preserving full independence and conflict-of-interest safeguards
Lead and continuously enhance the depositary control framework covering safekeeping, cash-flow monitoring and oversight duties for both liquid and illiquid assets, adapted to the regulatory status of the funds in scope
Ensure robust onboarding and ongoing oversight of alternative and illiquid investments, including appropriate ex-ante and ex-post controls, taking into account jurisdictional specificities and regulatory expectations
Oversee Depositary Bank services provided in the Netherlands, ensuring consistency of governance, controls and service quality with the Group framework
Represent the Depositary Bank function in internal governance forums, client service reviews, industry working groups and regulatory interactions with the CSSF and other competent authorities, as applicable
Ensure clear and regular reporting to internal committees on depositary activities, risks, incidents, remediation actions and escalations across all jurisdictions and fund types
Drive transformation and continuous improvement initiatives, including process harmonisation, automation and tooling, supporting the scalability of the Depositary Bank function
Act as a key contributor to strategic projects impacting the depositary function and manage relationships with key vendors and BPO partners across jurisdictions
Lead, develop and motivate the Depositary Bank teams, fostering cross-border collaboration and maintaining high standards of professionalism, expertise and talent development
Requirements
Further professional Education (Masters / Professional qualification)
More than 5 years experience in a similar role
Deep understanding of depositary bank duties under AIFMD/UCITS and other relevant frameworks
Expertise in alternative investments and their operational complexity
Strong analytical investigative and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills, able to interact confidently with regulators, auditors and clients