Senior Vice President

Join Walkers Professional Services (WPS) – shape the future with an industry leader Walkers Professional Services (WPS) is a dynamic, fast-growing provider of corporate, fiduciary and regulatory services to leading private equity firms, hedge funds, CLO managers, trusts, and global financial institutions.  With over 400 professionals across eight locations globally, we combine the strength of private equity backing with Walkers’ trusted reputation to deliver seamless, tech-enabled solutions that help businesses to thrive and meet responsibilities with confidence. As we invest in cutting-edge technology and expand our global footprint, we offer ambitious professionals the opportunity to achieve new career heights and make a real impact. 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. Senior Vice President Fiduciary – Unit Trusts/Directorships Salary range US$200,000 – US$275,000 We are seeking a highly experienced and commercially minded Senior Vice President to lead the management of a Unit Trust service line, delivering exceptional governance, client service, and regulatory compliance across Cayman Islands unit trust / fund structures. Acting in a senior fiduciary capacity, you will attend and/or chair board meetings, oversee intricate transaction and incorporation matters, and ensure the effective administration and regulatory compliance of large, high-value client structures while maintaining strong, trusted relationships with key stakeholders. This role combines technical expertise with strategic leadership and commercial focus. You will play an integral role in driving business growth, supporting client development initiatives, and collaborating with senior leadership to strengthen client relationships and expand the platform. In parallel, you will provide oversight of financial and operational matters, including budgeting, billing, and risk management, while mentoring and developing junior team members. This is a high-impact position suited to a confident leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and consistently delivers high-quality, client-focused outcomes. This role will involve extensive travel to Asia and implementation of client development initiatives, consistently supporting our client outreach and growth targets. Key Requirements

• Minimum 10+ years’ experience in financial services, specifically with at least 4+ years acting in a senior fiduciary capacity for a Cayman Islands trust company acting as trustee to registered unit trusts.
• Deep technical expertise in corporate governance, Cayman regulatory frameworks, unit trusts, fund structures and strategies
• Proven experience managing large, complex fiduciary portfolios and delivering under tight deadlines
• Strong commercial acumen, including experience supporting business development, budgeting, and revenue growth
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain senior client relationships and contribute to strategic client development
• Experience reviewing complex transaction documents and financial documentation, including audited financial statements
• Strong leadership capability and demonstrated ability to mentor, develop, and manage junior staff
• Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills across multiple jurisdictions
• High attention to detail, with strong analytical and risk identification abilities
• Bachelor’s degree with a strong academic background and/or relevant professional qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent) is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook; experience with Viewpoint, Oracle, or similar systems advantageous
• Prior direct work experience in the financial services industry within Europe or Asia would be highly advantageous

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.