Fund Controller (Living)

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Job Description

We’re recruiting for a Fund Controller (Living) to join us. We’re offering a competitive base salary and a 12% car allowance.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the financial strategy of residential property funds, including build-to-rent, affordable housing, and student accommodation. You’ll work closely with fund managers, investors, and third-party providers to deliver strong financial outcomes and support the growth of innovative investment products.

What you’ll be doing:

1. Supporting fund and asset management teams in delivering fund strategy and structuring transactions
2. Providing financial planning, budgeting, and stress testing to promote value for investors
3. Reviewing and signing off high-risk financial outputs from outsourced administrators
4. Ensuring accurate and timely financial and regulatory reporting
5. Advising on financial performance indicators and risk mitigation strategies
6. Acting as a trusted adviser to internal stakeholders on fund-related financial matters
7. Leading financial input into onboarding new products, assets, and suppliers
8. Presenting financial insights to internal boards and external investors

Qualifications: Who we’re looking for:

1. A professional qualification in accounting or finance (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
2. Strong experience in private markets or real assets fund finance
3. In-depth knowledge of UK residential property funds and fund structures
4. Proficiency in fund accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance
5. Ability to analyze financial performance and communicate insights clearly
6. Experience working with third-party administrators and internal stakeholders
7. Confidence in presenting to senior stakeholders and external clients
8. A collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement

Whatever your role, we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Here are some of the benefits we offer:

1. The opportunity to participate in our annual, performance-related bonus plan and valuable share schemes
2. Generous pension contribution
3. Life assurance
4. Healthcare Plan (permanent employees only)
5. At least 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, 26 days after 2 years’ service. There’s also the option to buy and sell holiday
6. Competitive family leave
7. Participate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax-efficient salary sacrifice (permanent employees only)
8. Discounts on our products and at high street stores and online
9. Modernized workspaces designed for collaboration and wellbeing

Additional Information

At L&G, we believe it\’s possible to generate positive returns today while helping to build a better future for all. If you join us, you’ll be part of a welcoming, inclusive culture, with opportunities to collaborate with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing, and supported through initiatives that help you develop your career and excel.

We care passionately about outcomes rather than attendance and are open to flexible working options including part-time, term-time, and job shares. While some roles may have limited flexibility due to customer demand, we accommodate requests when possible.

It doesn’t matter if you don’t meet every criterion. Focus on your strengths, potential, and how you connect to our purpose.

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