Fund Services Intern - German Speaker
ABOUT US
We are Alter Domus. Meaning “The Other House” in Latin, Alter Domus is proud to be home to 85% of the top 30 asset managers in the alternatives industry, and more than 5,000 professionals across 23 countries.
With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take.
YOUR FUTURE RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Trainee with Alter Domus, you will be responsible for a portfolio of clients and will work as part of a team to achieve and meet their needs. Specific responsibilities include the following:
* Taking care of the day-to-day operations of the funds and following up with third parties, including investors and clients
* Keeping the funds books and preparing the periodic funds valuations (Net Asset Value), year-end financial statements, CSSF/BCL reporting, and any other funds related reports
* Assisting in the coordination of year-end audits
* Assisting in the organisation of board meetings and shareholders’ meetings
* Preparing periodic tax and VAT returns and maintaining relevant contact with the Luxembourg tax authorities and tax advisers
* Acting as a contact person between shareholders, investment managers, and custodian banks for resolution of any issues that may arise
YOUR PROFILE
What we’ll look for on your CV:
* Strong academic background
* You are pursuing a University degree, preferably in Accounting & Finance and/or are a qualified accountant
* You are fluent in English and German (Knowledge of French will be considered as an asset)
* You are looking for an End-of-Studies Internship
* Your institution is able to provide an Internship Agreement for the duration of your traineeship
What will make you stand out in a crowd:
* You have good communication skills and a strong team spirit
* You are independent, pro-active, detail-oriented and goal-driven
* You are able to meet tight deadlines
* You demonstrate problem solving, analytical and prioritisation skills.
WHAT WE OFFER:
We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you.
Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning.
Our global benefits also include:
* Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave
* Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, birthday leave
* Continuous mentoring along your career progression
* Active sports, events and social committees across our offices
* Support with mental, physical, emotional and financial support 24/7 from our Employee Assistance Program
* The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan
* Plus additional local benefits depending on your location
Equity in every sense of the word
We are in the business of equity, in every sense of the word. For us, this means taking action to ensure every colleague has equal opportunity, valuing every voice and experience across our organisation, maintaining an inclusive culture where you can bring your whole self to work, and making Alter Domus a workplace where everyone feels they belong.
We celebrate our differences, and understand that our success relies on diverse perspectives and experiences, working towards shared goals and a common purpose. Thanks to the work of our Group DE&I Committee and network of DE&I Champions, we empower all of our people to be truly invested in the alternative.
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruiting and onboarding process. Please contact our hiring team if you require any accommodations to make our recruitment process more accessible for you.