What you’ll be responsible for: Investment & Client Money Operations Own the full lifecycle of client investments, from inflow to deployment, administration, reporting, distributions, and exits Ensure accurate execution of investments, liquidations, fees, and scheduled payments across multiple asset classes Maintain a clear view of the investment pipeline and accountability for successful deployment Controls, Risk & Regulatory Operations Take day‑to‑day ownership of client money processes, including reconciliations, exception management, and audit trails Design and maintain a robust operational control framework Act as the key operational contact for auditors and regulatory stakeholders Work closely with Compliance and Finance leadership to ensure regulatory alignment Scale, Systems & Infrastructure Build and document operational playbooks that are clear, auditable, and scalable Identify bottlenecks and lead improvements in systems, tools, and workflows Partner with engineering teams on internal platforms and new product launches Use technology and AI tooling thoughtfully to improve accuracy and efficiency Leadership Lead and develop a small but critical finance operations team Set standards, manage SLAs, and build capability as the business grows Be a trusted partner to senior leadership, contributing to strategic decisions Skills & Experience Proven experience in regulated financial services, asset management, or similar environments Strong operational, audit, or control‑focused background Experience building and scaling processes - not just running them Exceptionally detail‑oriented, commercially aware, and resilient under pressure Comfortable operating across global teams and different working cultures Low‑ego, direct communicator with a proactive, ownership mindset Tech‑literate and curious, with a practical approach to automation and AI Personal Attributes Deep respect for stewardship of investor capital and operational integrity High attention to detail and disciplined approach to controls and governance Ability to operate calmly and credibly at senior level Values‑driven, humble and collaborative leadership style Appreciation for faith‑aligned or ethical financial services environments Location & Working Model Hybrid role based in Cape Town. Regular interaction with colleagues in the UK and Middle East. Qualification Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA), ACA or equivalent), ideally with Big 4 training or a strong consulting background with financial services exposure. #J-18808-Ljbffr