Business and Operation Manager – Legal Assets
SYZ Capital is strengthening its Legal Assets Team under the supervision of the Head of Legal Assets. This role sits at the intersection of investments, legal structuring, and fund operations, ensuring seamless execution across the lifecycle of investments, from onboarding and structuring to monitoring, reporting, and distributions.
The position offers exposure to the fast‑growing, uncorrelated asset class of litigation finance and the opportunity to work on complex, high‑profile legal cases across jurisdictions. The successful candidate will help build a scalable institutional platform and interact directly with senior investment professionals and external partners.
JOB SUMMARY
SYZ Capital is seeking a Business & Operations Manager to support and scale its Legal Assets platform, including litigation finance, class actions, and related legal strategies. The role will institutionalize processes, support complex cross‑border legal investments, and coordinate between investment teams, external counsel, fund administrators, and investors.
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Investment & Transaction Execution
* Coordinate onboarding and execution of litigation finance investments (direct cases, portfolios, co‑investments, law firm lending)
* Support structuring investments across jurisdictions (UK, EU, US), including SPVs and fund vehicles
* Manage capital calls, funding schedules, and case‑level cash flow tracking
* Interface with external law firms and funders on documentation and execution timelines
2. Fund Operations & Administration
* Oversee operational aspects of Legal Assets funds and mandates
o Capital account management (including equalization where relevant)
o NAV coordination with administrators (case valuation inputs, accruals, FX)
o Fee calculations (management fees, performance fees, case‑level waterfalls)
* Manage annual audit on funds
* Ensure smooth coordination with external fund administrators, auditors, and custodians
3. Portfolio Monitoring & Data Management
* Build and maintain robust case‑tracking systems
o Status (filing, certification, trial, settlement)
o Budget versus actuals
o Duration and expected timelines
* Aggregate portfolio‑level KPIs
o Deployed capital, MOIC, DPI, IRR (case and fund level)
* Support valuation processes, including inputs from legal counsel and internal models
4. Investor Reporting & Communications
* Assist investment team and business development team in producing high‑quality quarterly investor reports
o Portfolio updates
o Performance metrics and attribution
* Support responses to LP due diligence requests
* Contribute to marketing materials and fundraising documentation (PPMs, DDQs)
5. Legal & Structuring Coordination
* Work closely with the investment team and external counsel on fund structuring (including underlying SPVs)
* Prepare investment agreements (LFAs, participation agreements, SPVs)
6. Process Building & Platform Scaling
* Design and implement scalable operational processes tailored to litigation finance
* Improve tooling (Excel models, dashboards, potential system implementation)
* Establish best practices for case onboarding, data standardization, and documentation workflows
7. Risk & Compliance Oversight
* Monitor operational risks (case concentration, funding exposure, liquidity)
* Ensure proper documentation and audit trails for all investments
* Coordinate with compliance on AML/KYC and regulatory requirements
YOUR PROFILE
Professional Experience required | Mandatory:
* 5–10 years of experience in alternative investments operations (private equity, private credit, secondaries), litigation finance/legal asset management, or fund administration with exposure to complex strategies
* Strong understanding of fund structures and capital mechanics
* Solid grasp of fund accounting, NAV processes, capital accounts, performance metrics (IRR, MOIC, DPI)
* Advanced Excel skills (data structuring, modeling)
* Familiarity with legal documentation and litigation processes is a strong plus
Key Competencies and Personal Attributes:
* Can‑Do attitude – autonomous, proactive, and self‑driven, with problem‑solving capabilities and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
* Flexible and resilient under pressure, especially during peak activity periods
* Strong project‑management capabilities and analytical mindset, with a proven ability to identify and solve complex issues in fast‑paced environments
* High level of integrity, independent and self‑motivated, while also being a collaborative team player
* Strong interpersonal skills with a partnership‑oriented approach; structured and methodical in work execution, with the ability to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines
* Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and process‑driven
* Ability to manage multiple stakeholders (investment team, lawyers, admins, LPs)
* Entrepreneurial mindset, comfortable in a growing platform
Language Competencies:
* Excellent command of both written and spoken English
IT Skills:
* Comfortable working with IT systems and data management tools; advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Education:
* Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree or other financial qualifications viewed favorably)
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