Designated Person for Investment Management

TMF Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international administrative services provider seeks a Designated Person for Investment Management in Dublin. You will oversee investment management compliance and regulator obligations to safeguard investor interests. The ideal candidate has over 6 years in asset management, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and proficiency in regulatory frameworks like UCITS and AIFMD. The position offers opportunities for career development and a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Global learning programs

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in regulatory compliance for investment management.
• Familiarity with Irish and EU regulatory frameworks (UCITS, AIFMD, CP86).
• Strong analytical skills for assessing investment performance and governance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and supervise investment managers for compliance.
• Prepare and present oversight reports to the Board.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and participate in due diligence.

Skills

Strong knowledge of investment management processes

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Proven ability to challenge senior stakeholders

Proficiency in MS Office

Experience in delegate oversight

Education

Minimum 6+ years in senior asset management or fund management

Experience with Alternative funds

Tools

CRM and governance tools

Job description

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About TMF

TMF Group is a leading provider of critical administrative services, helping clients invest and operate safely around the world. Our 11 000+ experts and 125+ offices in 87 jurisdictions worldwide serve corporates, financial institutions, asset managers, private clients and family offices, providing the combination of accounting, tax, payroll, fund administration, compliance and entity management services essential to global business success

Discover the role

The Designated Person for Investment Management is responsible for oversight of all investment management activities both retained and delegated by TMF Fund Management Ireland, ensuring compliance with regulatory obligations and protecting investors’ interests in accordance with the Central Bank of Ireland’s CP86 framework and applicable regulations

Key Responsibilities

• Oversight of Investment Managers: Monitor and supervise all retained and delegated investment managers to ensure adherence to contractual and regulatory obligations
• Assess monthly and quarterly reports, escalating issues to the executive team and Board where necessary
• Conduct regular calls and meetings with investment managers
• Ensure timely resolution of identified issues and maintain robust documentation of oversight activities

Governance & Reporting

• Prepare and present oversight reports to the Board and relevant committees
• Assess investment performance against stated objectives and risk parameters
• Challenge and validate information provided by delegates, ensuring robust governance
• Maintain evidence of reviews, including action items and timelines for completion
• Support the design and implementation of governance tools to demonstrate effective oversight

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with UCITS and AIFMD requirements
• Maintain evidence of reviews, actions, and timelines in line with CP86 requirements
• Monitor regulatory reporting obligations (e.g., EMIR, CP 145) and address any deficiencies promptly
• Participate in initial and ongoing due diligence of investment managers
• Contribute to the development and review of fund policies and procedures
• Support onboarding of new funds and managers, including review of investment policies and procedures
• Act as subject matter expert for investment management oversight
• Collaborate with other Designated Persons and internal teams to ensure cohesive governance
• Support business development initiatives by providing expertise on investment oversight

Key Requirements

• Minimum 6+ years in senior asset management or fund management industry roles
• Previous experience with Alternative funds, particularly Real Estate and Private Equity
• Strong knowledge of investment management processes, asset classes, and regulatory frameworks
• Familiarity with Irish and EU regulatory frameworks (UCITS, AIFMD, CP86)
• Proven ability to challenge senior stakeholders
• Experience in delegate oversight and Board-level reporting
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (Board-level experience preferred)
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with CRM and governance tools is an advantage

Regulatory Requirements

• Must meet the Central Bank of Ireland Fitness & Probity standards for PCF-39D
• Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment and challenge information provided by delegates
• Sufficient time commitment to discharge responsibilities effectively

What’s In It For You

Pathways for career development

• Work with colleagues and clients around the world on interesting and challenging work
• We provide internal career opportunities so you can take your career further within TMF
• Continuous development is supported through global learning opportunities from the TMF Business Academy

Making an impact

• You’ll be helping us to make the world a simpler place to do business for our clients
• Through our corporate social responsibility program, you’ll also be making a difference in the communities where we work

A supportive environment

• Strong feedback culture to help build an engaging workplace
• Our inclusive work environment allows you to work from our offices around the world, as well as from home, helping you find the right work-life balance to perform at your best

We’re looking forward to getting to know you!