Depositary Manager German Speaker – Alternative Investment Funds

Location: Luxembourg, City Center
Sector: Fund Industry / Alternative Investments
Job Type: Permanent (CDI)

About the Role

Our client, a well-established international financial institution, is expanding its Depositary Services dedicated to Alternative Investment Funds in Luxembourg. As part of this growth, the organisation is seeking a Depositary Manager to oversee client relationships, operational oversight, and team development within a fast-evolving environment.

Reporting to senior leadership, you will play a central role in ensuring regulatory compliance, service excellence, and operational accuracy. This is an opportunity to join a multicultural and ambitious structure where professionalism, client focus, and continuous improvement are key pillars of success.

Key Responsibilities

Client Relationship Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for assigned clients.
• Identify and anticipate potential issues, evaluate risks, and provide suitable solutions.
• Maintain strong, trust-based relationships with industry stakeholders including auditors, law firms, banks, and administrators.

Operational Oversight

• Coordinate, review, and validate all deliverables produced by the team.
• Ensure operational activities comply with internal procedures and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to maintaining a robust control framework and high service quality.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, coach, and support team members to foster growth and performance.
• Plan and organise daily workloads to ensure efficiency and timely delivery.
• Encourage collaboration and a positive team culture.

Internal Projects and Improvements

• Oversee selected internal projects linked to operational enhancement or regulatory evolution.
• Support process improvements and contribute to the continuous development of the Depositary function.

Profile and Requirements

Background and Experience

• Proven experience as a Manager within the fund industry.
• Strong knowledge of Alternative Investment Funds, particularly in Private Equity and Real Estate.
• Good understanding of AIFMD and Luxembourg regulatory requirements.
• Previous involvement in Depositary Services or audit of AIF structures is highly advantageous.
• Experience working with multiple service providers in the Luxembourg ecosystem.

Skills and Personal Qualities

• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with a client-oriented approach.
• Flexible, hands-on, and proactive, able to operate confidently in a dynamic environment.
• Solid leadership capabilities with a supportive and structured management style.
• Fluent in English.
• Fluency in German is a strong asset.

Why Apply

You will be joining a respected international institution with a growing presence in the Luxembourg alternative funds industry. This role offers a unique opportunity for an experienced professional to take ownership of client delivery, team management, and operational excellence within a supportive and multicultural setting.

If you are a motivated Depositary or fund industry professional looking to step into a key managerial role with real impact, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, please contact Rémi directly at +352 27 30 06 27 or by email at rsimon@skillfindergroup.com.