EMEA Client Services Associate, Alternative Investment Manager
London, Hybrid, Competitive Salary + Bonus
An established global asset manager is looking for a Client Services Associate to join their EMEA Client team, supporting operations across a diverse range of alternative investment products. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, fast-paced team responsible for delivering a high-touch client experience to wealth and intermediary clients across the region.
The role is ideal for someone who thrives in a client-facing, operationally-minded position with strong project management elements. You’ll play a critical part in onboarding new distributors, managing day-to-day client operations, and coordinating with third-party service providers and internal teams across compliance, legal, and fund operations.
Key Responsibilities
Client Operations & Ongoing Support
- Act as a primary point of contact for wealth management platforms and distributors across Europe
- Provide hands-on, white-glove support to clients throughout the full lifecycle – from prospecting to post-sale servicing
- Manage ongoing subscription, redemption and capital call processes for a suite of fund structures
- Maintain and update internal and external databases (e.g. FE Fundinfo, Allfunds)
- Oversee the trailer fee process and contribute to reporting and analytics, including KPI and board materials
Onboarding & Project Coordination
Lead the onboarding process for new distribution partners in close collaboration with sales and operational teamsCoordinate distribution agreements and liaise with external service providers (e.g. Caceis, iCapital, Allfunds, Clearstream)Ensure all operational readiness steps are executed efficiently across internal stakeholders including compliance, fund controllers, and legalAssist in new product onboarding, helping define the operational set-up and support structureProcess Improvement & Relationship Management
Build strong working relationships with 3rd party platforms and internal cross-functional teamsSeek out and implement process enhancements to improve service quality and efficiencySupport regional and global client management initiatives, ensuring alignment with firmwide best practicesWhat the Client are Looking For
Experience in client service, onboarding, or operational support within the asset management, wealth management, or fund administration spacePrevious exposure to the Global Wealth or intermediated distribution market is essentialA natural project manager – organised, resourceful, and comfortable juggling multiple workstreamsClient-first mindset with excellent written and verbal communication skillsDetail-oriented, with a commitment to high standards and effective executionComfortable working across global teams and time zones in a high-performing, fast-paced environment