Head of Trustee Services/Responsible Manager
Fund Services | Trustee & Custody | Financial Services An established and fast-growing specialist financial services provider — delivering trustee, custody, debt capital markets and fund administration services to institutional and wholesale clients — is seeking an experienced General Manager, Trustees to lead its Trustee relationship management function .
This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role at a firm on a genuine growth trajectory , with the backing and international reach that comes from being part of a larger global fund services group . You'll have real autonomy to shape strategy, build out a high-performing team, and be the senior voice on trustee governance for a diverse and growing client portfolio.
The Prospect
Reporting to the Managing Director , you'll take ownership of the Trustee relationship management function end-to-end — from strategic direction and client retention through to operational delivery, financial performance and risk oversight . You'll act as the senior subject matter expert on registered and unregistered managed investment schemes and trustee obligations, and be the face of the business for key clients, fund managers and industry stakeholders.
What you'll be doing
- Setting strategic direction for client onboarding,
retention and service quality across the Trustee portfolio
- Leading, mentoring and developing a relationship management team, embedding ownership and risk awareness
- Owning financial performance of the client portfolio and acting as the senior escalation point for complex client and governance matters
- Partnering with compliance, legal and operations on regulatory obligations , tracking market trends, and representing the firm with clients and industry partners
What we're looking for
- Degree in Finance, Business, Economics or related field, with 5+ years' experience in fund management, asset management or a similar financial services role
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance within funds management
- Proven leadership track record with excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Strategic, analytical thinker, comfortable working with financial software and data analysis tools
Why apply This is a chance to lead a critical function at a business entering an exciting new growth phase , with genuine scope to influence strategy, build your team, and grow your career within an internationally connected organization.
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📌 Head of Trustee Services/Responsible Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Linktal Recruitment
📍 Sydney