Role & responsibilities

Position Summary: The AIF Operations Manager will be a cornerstone of our fund's operational framework. This role is responsible for managing all aspects of the fund's middle and back-office operations, from trade settlement and NAV calculation to regulatory compliance and investor reporting. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with a passion for process improvement and a deep understanding of the AIF landscape in India.

Key Responsibilities

1. Trade & Fund Management:

• Work closely with brokers, custodians, and fund administrators to ensure the timely and accurate settlement of all trades.
- Diligently monitor trade confirmations and promptly resolve any discrepancies.
- Maintain meticulous and organized records of trade settlements and perform regular reconciliations.
- Oversee cash management, including creating accurate cash projections, executing timely fund transfers, and ensuring the efficient allocation of funds across client portfolios.

1. NAV & Investor Reporting:

• Manage the end-to-end process of Net Asset Value (NAV) calculation and its dissemination to investors.
- Coordinate with key external partners, including the Registrar and Transfer Agent (RTA), Fund Administrators (FA), and tax consultants, for seamless NAV generation and investor onboarding.
- Generate and distribute accurate client performance reports in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with the portfolio management team to gather the necessary data to ensure complete report accuracy.

1. Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure all operational activities strictly adhere to regulatory guidelines and internal policies.




- Assist in conducting periodic compliance reviews to identify potential gaps and implement corrective measures.
- Actively monitor operational risk factors and contribute to the firm's broader risk management framework.

1. Data Integrity & Process Improvement:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client and portfolio data within all systems.
- Perform regular data validation and reconciliation to ensure the highest level of data integrity.
- Collaborate with internal teams to continuously enhance data management processes and systems.
- Identify opportunities to streamline and automate operational workflows to improve efficiency and minimize errors.
- Propose and implement process enhancements by leveraging technology and industry best practices.

1. Stakeholder Management:

• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, including portfolio managers, sales teams, and compliance, to ensure smooth cross-functional operations and high client satisfaction.
- Serve as a point of contact for operational inquiries, providing timely and accurate responses to both internal and external stakeholders. Qualifications and Skills:
- Experience: 3-5 years of relevant experience in an operations role at a SEBI-registered AIF, PMS, or Mutual Fund.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Commerce, or a related field. Professional qualifications such as a CA, MBA (Finance), or CFA are highly preferred.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of SEBI (AIF) Regulations and compliance standards.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Excel and familiarity with fund accounting software and terminal systems
- Attributes: Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational and time-management skills, excellent communication abilities, and a team-oriented mindset.

📌 AIF Operations Manager (Bhubaneswar)
🏢 Intellectual Capital HR Consulting
📍 Bhubaneswar