AIFM Associate Director
We are exclusively working with a London-based client in the fund services and investment platform space who has recently established a regulated AIFM. They are now looking to appoint an AIFM AD to lead the build-out and ongoing development of the AIFM function, taking ownership of its operating model, governance framework, and oversight processes as the platform scales.
This is a key role sitting at the centre of a growing regulated platform, with responsibility across fund oversight, risk, valuation governance, and client delivery within alternative investment fund structures.

Roles & Responsibilities
  • Lead the design and implementation of the AIFM operating model, including governance, control framework, and oversight structures across the platform.
  • Take ownership of fund oversight activities, including delegation arrangements, portfolio monitoring, and ongoing assessment of third-party service providers.
  • Oversee risk management and valuation governance frameworks, ensuring alignment with AIFMD, IPEV guidelines, and internal policies.
  • Ensure robust regulatory compliance, including oversight of Annex IV reporting, FCA requirements, and ongoing regulatory engagement.
  • Act as a key client and intermediary contact, supporting client relationship management and business development across fund and corporate structures.
  • Contribute to the development of scalable fund platform solutions, including onboarding processes for new managers and structuring support.
  • Support operational resilience and oversight of key outsourced providers including administrators, depositaries, and investment managers.
  • Work closely with senior leadership to drive the growth and commercial performance of the AIFM and wider platform.
Essential Skills & Experience
  • Strong experience working within AIFM, AIFMD, or alternative investment fund structures, ideally within fund administration, ManCo, or platform environments.
  • Demonstrable experience in fund oversight, risk management, valuation governance, and delegation oversight within alternative investment funds.
  • Exposure to client-facing roles and/or business development, with experience supporting fund launches or emerging manager platforms preferred.