Senior Associate - Real Estate Operations

About IQ-EQ

IQ-EQ is a premier investor services firm delivering comprehensive solutions in administration, accounting, reporting, regulatory, and compliance aspects for the global investment sector. With over 6,500 employees working in 24 jurisdictions and managing assets exceeding US$857 billion, the company partners with top global private equity firms. Technology-driven, IQ-EQ incorporates cutting-edge platforms and in-house expertise with a strong commitment to ESG principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operational management of a portfolio of real estate funds, ensuring quality client service and prompt fund operations delivery.
• Manage fund administration duties such as NAV calculation, investor reporting, capital transactions, reviewing financial statements, and supporting annual audits.
• Review fund and legal documentation, liaise with legal counsels, administrators, depositaries, and other service providers to satisfy governance and compliance across the fund's lifecycle.
• Track fund activities including cash flow monitoring, adherence to investment restrictions, managing acquisitions, disposals, refinancing, and other operational transactions to maintain efficiency and compliance.
• Develop and maintain effective client and stakeholder relationships and contribute to continuous process enhancements and operational excellence within the Real Estate Operations team.

Qualifications and Skills

• Possess 3 to 4 years’ experience in fund accounting, administration, or operations, preferably within the real estate sector.
• Strong knowledge of fund operational processes, accounting standards, valuation, custody, and financial statement preparation.
• Proven ability managing relationships with clients and coordination with internal teams, auditors, legal advisors, administrators, and depositaries.
• Excellent analytical reasoning, problem-solving aptitude, communication skills, and acute attention to detail with the capacity to juggle multiple responsibilities.
• Self-driven, collaborative with capacity to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment, dedicated to excellent client service and operational integrity.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive compensation and pension schemes aligned with qualifications and experience.
• Health and wellness benefits including private medical and dental insurance, life coverage, gym discounts, eye tests, and access to corporate general practitioners.
• Generous leave allowance of 25 days annual leave plus Irish public holidays.
• Enhanced family support including maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption leave.
• Flexible working options to promote work-life balance, subject to agreement.

Additional Information

IQ-EQ embraces sustainability as a core strategic value, focusing on establishing enduring relationships with employees, clients, and community while minimizing environmental impact. The company fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion through active initiatives and committees. Development programs like PowerU and MyCampus support career growth alongside a hybrid working arrangement aiding flexibility and connection. IQ-EQ is also dedicated to supporting gender balance in the private equity sector through initiatives such as IQ-EQ Launchpad.