Location: Dublin 2
Reporting to: Head of ManCo Services
A leading Dublin-based fund services and management company is seeking a Distribution & Investment Management Associate to support investment managers across the full product lifecycle.
This role focuses on distribution oversight within the EU, working closely with internal stakeholders, delegated investment managers and distributors to ensure strong governance, regulatory compliance and high-quality reporting frameworks.
Support business development activities during the sales and onboarding process for new investment managers and clients
Work closely with product and operations teams to onboard new funds and managers
Conduct regular oversight calls with delegated investment managers and distributors to ensure regulatory compliance and service quality
Co-ordinate and maintain a robust distribution oversight framework, escalating issues and complaints where required
Contribute to annual product reviews, ensuring timelines are met and stakeholders remain informed
Ensure funds are appropriately registered across relevant jurisdictions
Assist with the maintenance and updating of fund documentation, including prospectuses and supplements
Maintain internal fund data (e.g. ISINs, LEIs, Bloomberg updates, internal guidelines)
Prepare and review periodic activity and management reporting for senior management, boards and governance committees
Support regulatory change initiatives impacting fund documentation (e.g. GDPR, LIBOR, Value Assessment)
Ensure compliance with CP86 requirements, including responsibilities aligned to the Designated Person for Distribution
Monitor industry, regulatory and competitor developments impacting products and distribution
Develop and update policies, procedures and oversight documentation
Liaise with affiliates to understand distribution activities across jurisdictions
Attend and minute oversight and governance meetings
Project manage process improvements and work closely with CRM teams on implementation
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, external legal advisers and third-party service providers (custodians, transfer agents, registration agents, etc.)
Minimum 5 years' experience in a relevant asset management, fund management or distribution oversight role
Strong understanding of investment management processes, product development and distribution
Solid knowledge of the international asset management landscape, including investor types and distribution channels
Technical expertise in pooled fund structures, including UCITS and non-UCITS across multiple domiciles
Proven knowledge of investment products (e.g. fund performance, tracking error, ETFs)
Degree-qualified or holder of a relevant professional qualification
Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
Strong client-focused mindset with high professional standards
Ability to influence, collaborate and build effective working relationships
Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Proactive, detail-oriented and capable of working independently
Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of distribution oversight and play a key role in supporting investment managers throughout the complete product lifecycle within a regulated, fast-paced and collaborative environment.
