Acadian Asset Management is a global, systematic investment manager at the forefront of data-driven investing since 1986. Headquartered in Boston, with locations in Singapore, London, and Sydney, we manage over $195 billion on behalf of leading institutions worldwide—including pension funds, endowments, foundations, and sovereign wealth funds. We harness advanced technology, rich datasets, and multidisciplinary expertise to help clients navigate complex markets and uncover insights that may be overlooked by traditional approaches. What sets Acadian apart is our people. We foster a collaborative, intellectually curious environment where ideas are tested, diverse perspectives are welcomed, and innovation thrives. We’re united by a shared purpose: delivering effective client outcomes and supporting one another in work that’s both challenging and rewarding. We offer a flexible hybrid work environment, strong benefits, and a casual but focused office culture—all designed to support the meaningful, collaborative work that defines Acadian. Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced VP, Funds Strategy with a focus on our Delaware and Cayman private funds, US Collective Investment Trusts, and Canadian Trusts. This individual will play a strategic role ensuring seamless fund operations, driving efficiencies, and building a strong foundation for growth via funds. The role requires a seasoned professional with deep expertise in funds, institutional client service, wealth distribution channels, and regulatory frameworks.   Acadian supports a hybrid work environment; employees are on-site in the Boston office 3 days a week.   What You’ll Do: * Coordinate fund launches and fund lifecycle events by developing and executing processes and project plans, leading stakeholder meetings, and tracking milestones. * Serve as a central liaison across internal teams including Business Development and Relationship Management, Portfolio Management, Operations, Legal, Compliance and others to ensure alignment and timely execution. * Lead cross-functional strategic initiatives to enhance client experience, optimize fund processes, and support scalable growth via Acadian’s funds range. * Serve as a trusted subject matter expert and advisor to internal teams and institutional clients, providing proactive support, market experience, and solutions tailored to evolving needs. * Foster effective partnerships with external service providers to drive efficiencies, reduce operational costs, and ensure resolution of outstanding questions and operational issues. * Support client-facing and marketing teams by responding to routine fund-related inquiries, streamlining processes, and authoring fund knowledge content. * Own and drive fund documentation and regulatory disclosures, ensuring proper transparency and compliance with regulatory requirements.   We’re Looking for Teammates With: * Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field; CFA preferred. * 12+ years of relevant experience within an asset management or financial services environment, with a focus on funds, product development, and institutional client service; experience in US Wealth and DC channels a plus. * Strong leadership skills, ownership mentality with a proven ability to coordinate across internal stakeholders and drive strategic initiatives. * Excellent analytical / conceptual problem-solving skills with ability to leverage quantitative and qualitative approaches to develop actionable recommendations. * Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage with senior stakeholders and institutional investors effectively. * Strong business judgment, and capable of managing high-pressure situations and delivering results. * Experience with fund operations, compliance oversight, and service provider management (custodians, fund administrators, etc.). * Flexibility to adapt to evolving needs in a fast-paced environment.   The base salary range for this role is $150,000 – $185,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, and relevant experience. In addition to base pay, this position may be eligible for discretionary incentive compensation and includes participation in Acadian’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes health, retirement, and wellness offerings. To apply for this position or view Acadian’s open roles, please visit the Careers section of our website at: http://www.acadian-asset.com/careers/Job-opportunities. We will contact only selected candidates.  If you are a candidate with a disability, or are assisting a candidate with a disability, and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please email us at [email protected]. Acadian Asset Management LLC is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and  applicants. No employee or applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of gender, race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, marital status, pregnancy or parenthood, veteran status, citizenship status, disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation.