Head of Operations and Compliance (Fund Management)
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Cross Light Capital is a Malaysian SC-regulated fund manager at the forefront of alternative investments. We have been licensed and operating since 2020 and are currently managing six wholesale unit trust funds.
Alternative investments form the cornerstone of our investment philosophy. We specialise in delivering institutional-quality access to strategies and asset classes that fall outside traditional equity and fixed income markets. Our expertise spans systematic trading strategies, hedge funds, private credit, digital assets, and other non-correlated return streams designed to enhance portfolio diversification and risk-adjusted returns.
Opportunity
As we continue to expand our fund offerings and scale our operations, we are strengthening our operational infrastructure to support our growth trajectory. We are seeking an experienced Head of Operations and Compliance to play a pivotal role in our continued growth.
This is a strategic hire that will work closely with our founders, and will be in charge of managing a small team of operations and compliance analysts. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape operational excellence at a small and dynamic investment firm with direct exposure to fund management, regulatory engagement, and institutional best practices.
Given that we are a small firm, this role may be equivalent to a Senior Manager at a larger firm.
Key Responsibilities
Operations Management :
- Oversee day-to-day operations including settlements, subscription / redemption processing, investor servicing and onboarding
- Manage relationships with fund administrators, trustees, auditors, and other service providers
- Implement and enhance operational workflows, procedures, and internal controls
- Coordinate quarterly and annual reporting processes for all funds
- Support new fund launches from an operational standpoint
- Problem-solve, and manage ad-hoc requests / queries where required
Compliance and Legal :
Manage compliance team to adhere to SC Malaysia regulations and guidelines for all fund activitiesEnsure that regulatory reporting obligations are metMaintain comprehensive compliance documentation across operationsLiaise with SC Malaysia and other regulatory bodies as requiredDevelop and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and risk frameworksConduct regular compliance reviews and internal auditsOversee KYC / AML procedures and investor onboarding processesStrategic Support :
Project manage across operations and compliance teams such that all deadlines are metCollaborate with investment team on operational aspects of new strategies and productsContribute to business development initiatives (e.g. due diligence processes, drafting / review of legal documentation)Drive process improvements and operational efficiency initiativesIdeal Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree7-10 years of experience in operations, compliance, or accounting; with at least a few years in asset managementProven track record of building and implementing operational and compliance frameworksEssential Skills & Attributes
Deep understanding of operations in fund management (e.g. settlements, fund administration, NAV processes, investor servicing and onboarding)Broad understanding of finance, investments, and local regulationsBroad understanding of legal documents in the context of fund management (e.g. information memorandums, trust deeds, distribution agreements)Excellent organizational and project management capabilitiesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detailAbility to work independently and take ownership and accountability of critical functionsEffective communication skillsAdaptable and comfortable working in a less structured, but dynamic and growing organizationProficient with the use of technology and AISome exposure to sales / marketing / investor relations is a plusWhat We Offer
Strategic role with significant responsibility and visibilityOpportunity to build and shape operational excellence at a small growing firmExposure to innovative investment strategiesCollaborative work environment with a small and dynamic teamCompetitive compensation package commensurate with experienceHow to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience to .
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Location : WP. Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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