About this Senior Manager - Fund Operations & Regulatory Services role at Apex Group
The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.
Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.
That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.
Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.
For our business, for clients, and for you
Role: Senior Manager - Fund Operations & Regulatory Services
Location: Lisbon (Portugal)
Employment Type: Permanent
Role Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager to lead the delivery of fund operations for a portfolio of Portuguese and international investment funds. The successful candidate will play a leadership, maintaining regulatory compliance, managing client relationships, and driving service excellence across fund administration activities.
The role requires strong experience with Portuguese fund structures, particularly FCRs (Fundos de Capital de Risco), and familiarity with CMVM regulatory requirements, investor onboarding, AML/KYC processes, and fund operations.
Key responsibilities:
Fund Administration Oversight:
Oversee the day-to-day administration of private equity, venture capital, real estate, and alternative investment funds.
Ensure service delivery is performed in accordance with client agreements, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
Monitor fund lifecycle events, including fund launches, restructurings, liquidations, and investment transactions.
Contribute to client retention and revenue growth through proactive relationship management and commercial engagement.
Regulatory Reporting & Compliance:
Ensure timely and accurate submission of regulatory filings required by CMVM and other relevant authorities.
Monitor changes in Portuguese and European fund regulations impacting client structures.
Coordinate regulatory reporting obligations for managed fund structures.
Liaise with external auditors, legal counsel, depositaries, asset managers, and regulatory bodies.
Investor AML / KYC:
Oversee Investor AML and onboarding activities across multiple fund structures.
Review high-risk investor cases and complex ownership structures.
Coordinate with Compliance and MLRO functions on AML matters and regulatory inquiries.
Required Experience & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Law, or related field.
Experience working within a regulated management company, fund administrator, AIFM, or financial services provider.
Experience servicing FCRs and/or Portuguese regulated investment vehicles.
Strong knowledge and practical experience in Portuguese GAAP (SNC), including the preparation and review of financial statements for Portuguese regulated entities and investment funds.
Demonstrable knowledge of CMVM regulations and reporting requirements.
Experience managing Investor AML/KYC frameworks and onboarding processes.
Fluent English and Portuguese required.
What you will get in return:
Private health insurance.
Hybrid working model
Meal allowance (€10.46 per day)
22 working days holiday + Public holidays
Opportunities for professional development.
Professional Development (CPD) and Study Guidance programs
Positive and hospitable work environment.
Opportunity to work with a global team.
Exposure to all aspects of the business and cross-jurisdiction.
A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business + more
Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.