Investment Operations Manager | IFSC, Dublin | Hybrid (Tue–Thu office)
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Global Insurance Group | IFSC, Dublin | Hybrid (Tue–Thu office)
Reporting to the EMEA CFOAre you a senior Investment Operations professional who still enjoys being close to the details?Do you want genuine breadth across asset classes, global markets and senior stakeholder exposure — without sacrificing work-life balance?This is a rare opportunity to step into a hands-on, high-trust role within a globally recognised insurance group, based in the IFSC and working directly with the EMEA CFO.The RoleYou’ll be the operational engine behind a global fixed income portfolio, partnering closely with an asset management team in the US and overseeing day-to-day investment operations across multiple markets and asset classesThis is not a siloed, back-office processing role.It’s a broad, end-to-end position where you’ll:Own cash and position reconciliations (daily & monthly)Oversee trade confirmation & settlement across global marketsManage corporate actions, proxy voting, securities & cash transfersSupport performance reporting & management reportingSet up custodian/trust accounts and manage SWIFT connectivityMonitor collateral, counterparty exposure & off-balance sheet positionsSupport audit and drive operational improvementsYou’ll work with a small global team while remaining actively involved in the detail — ideal for someone who enjoys leading but doesn’t want to drift too far from the technical side.What Makes This Role Different🌍 True Global ScopeYou’ll operate across Western Europe, North America, Asia and Emerging Markets, gaining exposure that many Dublin-based roles simply don’t offer.📊 Exceptional Asset Class BreadthFrom Government Bonds, MBS and Investment Grade Credit through to High Yield, Loans, ABS, Equities, Futures & Options, FX, LP investments and Private Equity — this is a portfolio that keeps you sharp.🧠 Senior VisibilityReporting directly to the EMEA CFO means:High trustCommercial exposureReal influenceNo unnecessary layers⚖️ Genuine Work-Life BalanceHybrid model: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in-office (IFSC)Stable insurance environmentLong-term, sustainable cultureNo investment banking hoursYour BackgroundYou’re likely to bring:12–15 years’ experience in Fixed Income Investment OperationsExperience supervising a small teamDeep knowledge of global settlement and trade mechanicsStrong understanding of derivative collateral (CSAs)Exposure to Solvency II or NAIC reporting (a plus)Advanced Excel skills; SQL knowledge advantageousStrong systems exposure (Bloomberg AIM/PORT/MARS, Clearwater, JP Morgan, BNY Nexen, HSBCnet, CTM, ALERT)Most importantly: you’re proactive, reliable, detail-oriented — and still enjoy solving operational problems rather than just reviewing dashboards.The PackageCompetitive base salaryPerformance bonusPensionHealth insuranceHybrid flexibilityIFSC locationWhy This Role Will AppealThis opportunity suits a seasoned Investment Operations professional who:Wants to stay technical and relevantEnjoys broad mandates rather than narrow processing rolesValues stability and balanceWants senior stakeholder exposurePrefers a collaborative insurance culture over high-churn environmentsIf you’re at a stage where breadth, autonomy and balance matter as much as compensation, this is worth a conversation.If you’d like to explore further, please reach out confidentially.