Vice President - CLO Operations

The Client: Global Alternatives House

The Location: London

The Opportunity:

As our client launches their first CLO fund – they have created a new position for an experienced CLO Ops candidate to set up and run their CLO Ops function. First hire of what will become a large team over the months – candidate will need to be comfortable driving the function and working at a top senior level.

The Responsibilities:

• Set up and manage the CLO Ops function
• Establish 3rd party provider and agency relationships, as well as structuring the necessary internal systems/processes
• Manage and oversee the day-to-day operations, reconciliation, and compliance tasks involved in the lifecycle of CLOs, from warehouse stage to securitization, ensuring accurate reporting, efficient processes, and high-quality service delivery.
• Coordinate and oversee warehouse facilities and CLO deal closings, working closely with PMs, underwriters, and placement agents up until the closing date.
• Work closely together with internal teams (portfolio management, operations, legal, compliance/risk, tax, etc.), 3rd party providers and Trustee.
• Primary contact for internal and external partners, including portfolio managers, risk and compliance and service providers.

The Role:

• Ideally has set up a CLO Operations function previously/ ability to step up into this position
• Extensive experience managing day-to-day CLO operations whilst also being able to strategically manage the team
• Has worked closely with CLO portfolio managers as well as broader PE/PD/PC deals teams
• Hands-on experience with managing hypothetical trading processes, building, and reviewing models for CLO indenture level tests, criteria, and credit classifications.
• Managing CLO warehouse portfolio ramp-up and full CLO cycle experience from warehouse to securitization, effective date through post-reinvestment period.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment.