VP of Operations

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers. Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide. Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion. That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience. Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities. For our business, for clients, and for you.

VP of Operations Winnipeg

The VP of Operations will lead the day-to-day delivery of back-office and Fundserv-related services for fund company clients. The successful candidate will be accountable for operational accuracy, service quality, risk management, regulatory compliance and the performance of the operations team. This role requires a hands‑on leader who can manage time‑sensitive daily processing, resolve complex operational issues, strengthen controls and identify opportunities to improve efficiency through process redesign and automation. The Senior Manager will also serve as a senior point of contact for clients, internal stakeholders, technology partners and third‑party service providers.

Operational Leadership

• Lead and oversee daily transfer agency and back‑office processing activities for fund company clients.
• Ensure all Fundserv processing is completed accurately and within established service‑level timelines.
• Monitor Fundserv connectivity and coordinate the timely resolution of system, file or transmission issues.
• Ensure daily and evening batch processes are executed, monitored and completed successfully.
• Oversee the accurate processing of financial and non‑financial transactions, including subscriptions, redemptions, switches, trade settlements, account maintenance and reconciliations.
• Ensure file errors, trade rejects, exceptions and processing discrepancies are investigated and corrected promptly.
• Monitor operational workflows, volumes and service levels to ensure client commitments and internal standards are consistently achieved.
• Coordinate with Investor Services, Fund Accounting, Finance, Compliance, Technology and Client Service teams to resolve operational issues.
• Maintain effective procedures, controls and escalation protocols for business‑critical activities.
• Support business continuity, disaster recovery and operational resilience planning.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, coach and develop a team of operations professionals.
• Establish clear objectives, service expectations and individual performance goals.
• Conduct regular performance discussions, provide constructive feedback and support employee development.
• Promote a positive, accountable and collaborative working environment.
• Allocate resources effectively to meet daily processing requirements, client deadlines and changing business volumes.
• Monitor team capacity and recommend appropriate staffing levels.
• Support the recruitment, onboarding and training of new employees.
• Establish cross‑training and succession plans to reduce key‑person dependencies and strengthen operational resilience.

Process Improvement and Automation

• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, accuracy, scalability and client service.
• Review existing processes to eliminate unnecessary manual activity, duplication and workflow bottlenecks.
• Partner with Technology and Product teams to implement automation and system enhancements.
• Lead user acceptance testing and operational readiness activities for new systems, products and process changes.
• Develop standardized procedures and scalable operating models.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Use operational data and root‑cause analysis to address recurring issues and reduce processing risk.
• Track the benefits and effectiveness of implemented process improvements.

Risk Management and Compliance

• Ensure operations are performed in accordance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, client agreements and internal policies.
• Maintain a strong operational risk and control framework.
• Identify, assess, document and mitigate operational risks.
• Ensure appropriate segregation of duties, approval requirements and quality‑con