Senior Associate
We are seeking an experienced Senior Associate with a strong background in company secretarial services within the funds industry to join a growing team within a leading international financial services organisation. This role offers exposure to a diverse portfolio of fund clients and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, progressive, and high-performing environment.
The Role
Working closely with senior members of the governance team, the Senior Associate will be responsible for the day-to-day management and oversight of a portfolio of investment fund and corporate entities. The role requires strong technical capability, excellent organisation, and effective stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities
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Act as the main point of contact for a portfolio of fund clients, ensuring timely and high-quality service delivery.
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Coordinate board and shareholder meetings, including scheduling, preparation of materials, and drafting minutes.
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Maintain accurate statutory and corporate records for assigned entities.
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Support governance and compliance processes, including board changes, service provider updates, and regulatory filings.
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Review governance documentation and resolutions to ensure alignment with regulatory, client, and internal requirements.
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Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to support cross-jurisdictional fund structures.
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Contribute to process improvements and support junior team members as required
Candidate Profile
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Degree-qualified, ideally in business, law, or a related discipline.
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Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in company secretarial or corporate governance roles, with direct experience in funds.
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Strong knowledge of fund structures and regulated entities; multi-jurisdictional experience is an advantage.
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Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills.
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Confident managing competing priorities and deadlines in a busy, client-facing environment.
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Proactive, collaborative, and quality-focused.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
About the job
Contract Type: Perm
Specialism: Legal & Corporate Governance
Focus: Corporate Governance
Industry: Legal
Salary: Negotiable
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Associate
Location: Dublin City Centre
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: 124YN0-391265CE
Date posted: 9 February 2026
Consultant: Valerie Gilhooly
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