Join us in an exciting role where your leadership will shape the future of our Hedge Fund of Funds Data Operations. As an integral part of the Cross Alts Investment Platform Operations team, you'll drive innovation and efficiency in managing and governing investment-level data, which is crucial for enabling trading and portfolio management. This is your chance to grow your career, collaborate with the business, and make a significant impact. Bring your expertise and problem-solving skills to a dynamic, data-driven environment. Be part of a team that values growth, excellence, and strategic thinking.

As a visionary leader within the Cross Alts Investment Platform Operations team, you will collaborate closely with the business to identify opportunities for optimization and re-engineering, while also evolving our operating model. Your focus will be on delivering value while meeting the growing needs of our expanding business, establishing you as a trusted partner.

We are looking for someone with a strong background in hedge fund of funds and data strategy, exceptional problem-solving skills, and the ability to inspire a high-performing team in a dynamic, data-driven environment. While the primary focus is on hedge fund of funds, there is potential for this role to expand into other alternative investment strategies as business needs evolve, providing you with a platform for career growth and development.

Job Responsibilities:
•    Lead and manage the end-to-end investment data lifecycle, ensuring accurate maintenance of fund structures, trades, and investment data.
•    Serve as the subject matter expert for hedge fund of funds data operations, ensuring seamless trade execution and position management.
•    Partner closely with Middle Office, Front office, Portfolio Management, and technology teams to ensure smooth operational support and data integrity.
•    Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering strong execution, problem-solving, and collaboration across stakeholders.
•    Drive operational efficiencies by implementing process improvements and automation solutions to enhance data workflows.
•    Work closely with technology teams to evaluate and implement data solutions, reporting tools, and AI-powered analytics.
•    Lead and execute strategic projects, including platform enhancements and large scale data initiatives, such as data cleansing, migration and optimization.
•    Develop and implement data strategies, ensuring alignment with evolving business needs and technology capabilities.
 

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:
•    Ten or more years of experience in investment operations, data management, or platform operations within the Hedge Fund of Funds business.
•    At least seven years of experience managing teams, with a track record of leading high performing groups in an operational environment.
•    Deep expertise in hedge fund of funds investment lifecycle processes, operational workflows, data operations, and platform governance.
•    Extensive experience building and managing relationships with senior stakeholders, with the ability to navigate complex discussions and drive alignment on operational initiatives.
•    Track record of leading and executing transformation initiatives, such as driving operational improvements, platform enhancements and data migrations.
•    Strong understanding of control frameworks and data governance to ensure compliance and risk mitigation in investment operations.
•    Experience in assessing and refining operating models to identify inefficiencies and implement performance enhancements.
•    Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels, influence decision-making, and present complex ideas to senior executives.
•    Hands on leader with the ability to roll up sleeves to solve problems and support day to day operational needs as required.
•    Demonstrated success in developing operational performance frameworks, including KPIs and metrics for efficiency and data quality.
•    Ability to identify problems, evaluate automation solutions, and leverage AI-driven tools to optimize workflows.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:
•    Broader exposure to alternative investments, including experience in private equity, private credit, or infrastructure.
•    Proficiency in AI, automation tools, and other emerging technologies.
•    Technical skillset including SQL, Python, Alteryx, Tableau, or other automation tools applied creatively to solve operational challenges.
•    Experience in leveraging technology to drive innovation and efficiency in investment operations.

Required or Additional Information 
•    Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.