Job Description

We are a leading international law firm for global corporations, financial institutions, capital market participants and investment fund managers. With a global presence spanning the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we advise on the laws of Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Guernsey, Ireland and Jersey.

We treat everyone as the intelligent professional they are. Our approach is to trust and empower our people to deliver consistently, and enable them to succeed. Diversity is our secret weapon – it’s the sheer breadth of Walkers people that makes us who we are – gathered from across the globe and fluent in languages, jurisdictions and cultures that help us to mirror our clients and keep our own thinking in tune with the world in which we operate.

Overview of role

Why Join WPS?

If you thrive in dynamic environments and want to work with industry leaders, you’ll love what we offer:

A growth platform – backed by strategic long-term co-investment from Vitruvian Partners and Walkers law firm, accelerating innovation and opportunity.

Blue-chip client base – work with the best on high-impact, cross-border projects with leading global institutions.

Global reach, deep local expertise – collaborate across major investment hubs worldwide.

Empowered culture – a “grown-up” environment that values clarity, collaboration, and commerciality.

Tech-enabled and client centred mindset – leverage technology to build smarter, more efficient service models.

We’re hiring

Join a team that’s redefining fiduciary and corporate services. If you’re ambitious, adaptable and ready to make a difference, WPS could be the right place for you

Duties, Responsibilities & Person Specification

Assistant Vice President

Walkers Corporate Limited

Salary Range US$120,000 – US$130,000

We are seeking an experienced, highly motivated and detail-oriented professional to join our Reporting Services team as an Assistant Vice President. The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing the delivery of Beneficial Ownership (BO) services to a portfolio of important clients while providing leadership to a small team and supporting the continued growth and development of the service line.

This is a client-facing role requiring strong technical expertise, exceptional communication skills and a commitment to delivering service excellence. The Assistant Vice President will work closely with colleagues, clients, regulators and service providers across multiple jurisdictions to ensure obligations are met accurately, efficiently and in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery and ongoing management of the Beneficial Ownership service line.
• Manage all matters associated with the administration and delivery of BO services, ensuring accuracy, quality and timeliness.
• Liaise with clients, regulators, service providers and internal stakeholders to address queries and facilitate service delivery.
• Monitor work activity, track key deliverables and provide updates to management as required.
• Identify, resolve and escalate issues appropriately while maintaining a client-focused approach.
• Assist with invoicing processes and support the efficient management of client accounts.
• Lead, mentor and develop a small team, including team members located in other jurisdictions.
• Support the enhancement of operational processes, controls and service delivery models.
• Assist with the preparation of internal and external communications, guidance notes and client materials.
• Develop and deliver training materials and support the ongoing development of team members.
• Participate in strategic initiatives and special projects as required.

Education, Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years' relevant professional experience.
• Strong working knowledge of the Cayman Islands Beneficial Ownership Transparency Act and practical experience preparing, reviewing and submitting BO filings.
• Demonstrated experience working within a regulatory, compliance, corporate services or related professional services environment.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams while fostering a collaborative and supportive culture.
• Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands effectively.
• High attention to detail and the ability to consistently deliver accurate work within strict deadlines.
• A proactive mindset with a strong desire to continuously improve processes and service delivery.
• A professional, client-focused approach with the ability to build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
• Strong problem-solving skills, sound judgement and the ability to work independently while contributing to a broader team environment.
• Possesses a technology-oriented outlook and a willingness to learn, adopt and champion new digital tools and ways of working.
• Applies technology, data and process-improvement experience to support innovation and help build a future-ready organisation.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

Walkers Professional Services offers a dynamic working environment with opportunities for career progression and an excellent remuneration package, including a discretionary performance-based bonus, pension and fully covered health insurance for employees and 5 weeks' vacation. Remuneration will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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Walkers global is an equal opportunity employer. Equality and diversity are key to our global identity and an integral part of our goal to continue being an employer of choice. We are committed to a work environment that supports all individuals irrespective of gender, ethnicity, nationality, race, religion, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. We make every effort to ensure that employment opportunities are open and accessible to all purely on the basis of personal ability.