Workplace Manager (f/m/d)

bunch is building the backbone of private markets. We are enabling next-gen fund operations with one integrated system that combines secure data infrastructure, AI-powered workflows and expert fund services. If you value ownership, growth through real responsibility, and working with a thoughtful, ambitious team, this role might be for you. As we scale following our Series B, we are looking for a Senior Fund Operations Manager to play a key role in delivering exceptional fund operations and service quality to our customers. This is not a traditional fund administration role focused on repetitive processing. We are looking for operators who deeply understand private markets operations, enjoy solving complexity, and want to help shape how modern fund administration should work. You will work at the intersection of fund operations, client service, and product development - partnering closely with fund managers, investors, product teams, and internal operations functions to deliver a seamless experience across the full fund lifecycle. We are particularly looking for strong expertise in fund administration, transfer agency operations, fund onboarding, and complex post-close operational processes. YOUR ROLE * Act as a strategic operational partner to fund managers, supporting them across the day-to-day operations of their funds and delivering an exceptional customer experience. * Own and coordinate complex post-close operational processes, including capital calls, distributions, investor reporting cycles, and ongoing fund lifecycle events. * Lead operational execution for fund migrations and new fund launches, including the review, reconciliation, and migration of historical data from previous administrators. * Own capital call and distribution calculations end-to-end using our automated operational workflows, including the interpretation of LPA clauses, management fee calculations, equalisation mechanics, liquidity buffer assessments, and investor allocation logic. * Partner directly with fund managers to explain methodologies, align on assumptions and outputs, incorporate feedback where appropriate, and guide clients towards operationally and legally sound approaches based on fund documentation. * Partner with Fund Accounting to support recurring reporting cycles and ensure operational and financial data is complete, accurate, and audit-ready. * Support treasury-related workflows, including payment coordination, invoice handling, and operational cash movement processes. * Act as a key point of contact for fund managers and investors, helping resolve operational queries with a high level of responsiveness and ownership. * Collaborate closely with Product and Engineering teams to shape and improve our internal platform and operational tooling based on real customer workflows and operational pain points. * Help drive the evolution of our “full back-office” operating model by identifying opportunities for automation, AI adoption, and scalable operational design. * Support, review, and mentor more junior team members, helping establish high standards for quality, operational rigour, and client service. * Improve processes, workflows, and documentation across the organisation to increase scalability, transparency, and operational excellence. ABOUT YOU * You bring 3+ years of experience in fund administration, fund operations, transfer agency, or related private markets operations environments. * You have strong hands-on experience managing operational fund workflows across the full lifecycle, particularly capital activity, reporting processes, and complex operational coordination. * You understand private markets fund structures and are comfortable reviewing LPAs, investment agreements, and related fund documentation to identify operationally relevant terms and requirements. * You are highly detail-oriented and able to manage complex operational processes with accuracy and ownership under tight timelines. * You are comfortable working cross-functionally with other Fund Accounting, Product, and client-facing teams. * You bring a strong service mindset and understand how operational quality directly impacts customer trust and long-term relationships. * You enjoy improving systems and processes and are excited by the opportunity to help modernise fund administration through technology and AI. * You are proactive, structured, and comfortable operating in a fast-moving, high-growth environment. * You enjoy mentoring others and raising the operational quality bar across a team. * You are fluent in English; German is a plus. WORKPLACE & BENEFITS * Competitive salary * Customizable benefits package (wellbeing, sport, mobility, food, and more) * 28 days of vacation, plus 2 company days and local public holidays * Remote-flexible hybrid (3 days/week in office) * Up to 4 remote calendar weeks a year * A great tech and work setup * Work with a diverse team of 120+ bunchies from 40+ countries, with leaders who are best-in-class in their domains HIRING PROCESS 1. People Team Interview (30 min) – Meet us & check initial fit 2. Hiring Manager Interview (45 min) – Collaboration, ownership, and culture 3. Case Interview (60 min) – Collaborative problem-solving and communications skills 4. Final Round (60 min) – Meet our Founders and senior stakeholders 5. Reference calls to confirm your relationship building abilities About bunch bunch is building the operating infrastructure for the next generation of private markets. We combine AI-powered automation with deep regulatory expertise to replace fragmented spreadsheets and manual processes with one integrated platform across the fund lifecycle, purpose-built for private markets heading toward $32 trillion in Assets Under Management. We've 4x our ARR in 2025, crossed 150 fund managers and 12,000 LPs on the platform, and just closed our $35M Series B in May 2026. We're looking for ambitious people who want real ownership of hard problems, and who care about building infrastructure that actually matters to the people using it. ____ At bunch, we're committed to an inclusive environment where diversity is valued and celebrated. We provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants. We process personal data in line with applicable laws (including GDPR). See our Privacy Policy for details on your rights and how to reach us.

bunch is building the backbone of private markets. We are enabling next-gen fund operations with one integrated system that combines secure data infrastructure, AI-powered workflows and expert fund services. If you value ownership, growth through real responsibility, and working with a thoughtful, ambitious team, this role might be for you. YOUR ROLE * You will lead design initiatives across multiple product squads, working closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to drive strategic design decisions that balance business needs with intuitive interactions. * You will build and nurture a high-performing design team, establishing design culture, processes, and standards that enable the team to scale effectively. * Your leadership will directly impact how investors engage with our platform, ensuring simplicity, clarity, and efficiency across all touch points. TOP RESPONSIBILITIES * Team Leadership & Development * Lead & Mentor: You will be the functional leader of a team of 3 product designers, providing mentorship, regular feedback, in collaboration with the VP Product. * Hiring & Team Building: Participate in future recruiting efforts to grow the design team and establish a strong design culture. * Design Critiques & Reviews: Facilitate design critiques, set quality standards, and provide constructive feedback to elevate team output. * Resource Allocation: Assign projects strategically based on designer strengths, development goals, and business priorities. * Performance Management: Conduct performance reviews, set objectives, and ensure team members are supported and challenged. * Design Strategy & Operations * Design Vision & Strategy: Define and communicate the design vision and strategy in alignment with product and business goals. * Design System Ownership: Oversee the development and governance of design systems, ensuring consistency and scalability across the platform. * Process & Workflow Definition: Establish repeatable, efficient design workflows for wireframing, prototyping, handoffs, and user testing. * Design Handoff Standards: Define structured processes for design-to-development handoffs, ensuring clearly defined assets, specs, and interactions. * Automation & Tooling: Identify and implement automation solutions (e.g., Figma plugins, design token automation) to improve team efficiency. * Documentation & Standards: Create and maintain design pattern libraries, usability guidelines, and best practices to ensure knowledge-sharing. * Hands-On Design Leadership * End-to-End Product Design: Lead complex, high-impact design initiatives from ideation to execution, setting the example for design excellence. * User Research & Testing: Champion user research practices, conduct studies, and synthesize insights to inform design strategy. * Wireframing & Prototyping: Create and guide the creation of wireframes and interactive prototypes to communicate design concepts effectively. * Data-Driven Design: Leverage user data, behavioral insights, and analytics to inform design decisions and measure impact. * Accessibility & Usability: Ensure all designs meet accessibility standards and create inclusive experiences for all users. * Cross-Functional Collaboration * Stakeholder Management: Partner with VP Product, product managers, and engineering to align design solutions with business objectives. * Design Advocacy: Champion user-centered design across the organization and educate stakeholders on design thinking and methodology. * Technical Collaboration: Work closely with engineering teams to ensure design feasibility and maintain quality through implementation. ABOUT YOU * Leadership & Experience * Experience: 8+ years of experience in product design, with at least 2+ years in a lead or management role overseeing designers. * Team Leadership: Proven track record of building, mentoring, and growing design teams in fast-paced environments. * Design Management: Experience establishing design processes, systems, and culture that enable teams to scale. * Design Excellence * Portfolio: A strong portfolio demonstrating strategic thinking, user-centered design work, and ability to simplify complex workflows. * Industry Experience: Preferably in fintech, B2B SaaS, or other complex product environments. * Design Systems: Deep expertise in creating and maintaining scalable design systems and component libraries. * Technical & Collaborative Skills * Tools: Expert proficiency in Figma, with knowledge of design operations tools and automation. * User Research: Strong experience conducting and leading user research and usability testing initiatives. * Technical Understanding: Solid grasp of front-end development principles to effectively collaborate with engineers. * Agile Methodologies: Deep familiarity with agile and iterative product development cycles. * Communication & Leadership * Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to present design strategies and articulate complex design rationale to diverse audiences. * Strategic Thinking: Ability to balance tactical execution with strategic, long-term design thinking. * Ownership Mentality: Proactive leader who takes initiative, drives results, and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. * Empathy & Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build trust, foster collaboration, and navigate complex stakeholder dynamics. WORKPLACE AND BENEFITS * Take part in a network of people passionate about investment and work closely with the most interesting players in the private market. * Benefit from working with a diverse mix of talents, unrivalled energy, and team spirit within a culture of drive and ownership * Flexible hours and a hybrid office setup (3 days/week in office) * 4 remote calendar weeks/year * 28 days of vacation, 2 company days, plus local public holidays * A competitive compensation package * A great tech and work setup with everything you need WHAT YOUR INTERVIEW JOURNEY WILL LOOK LIKE * First interview with the People team (30 min) to get acquainted with bunch and to understand if what we're offering is what you're searching for. * Deep-dive with VP Product, Diana (60 min): explore the role in detail, your vision for the design team, and how your journey has prepared you for this leadership position. * Deep-dive with VP Engineering, Leandro (45 min): dive into collaboration with engineering, ways of working, and how you mentor and manage team members. * Case Interview based on a Take-home case (60 min): demonstrate your strategic thinking, design approach, and how you would collaborate with and elevate the team. * Final Round (30 min): Meet our Co-Founder, discuss our vision, your role in shaping bunch's future, and any open questions. * Optional: Meet & Greet with the team. About bunch bunch is building the operating infrastructure for the next generation of private markets. We combine AI-powered automation with deep regulatory expertise to replace fragmented spreadsheets and manual processes with one integrated platform across the fund lifecycle, purpose-built for private markets heading toward $32 trillion in Assets Under Management. We've 4x our ARR in 2025, crossed 150 fund managers and 12,000 LPs on the platform, and just closed our $35M Series B in May 2026. We're looking for ambitious people who want real ownership of hard problems, and who care about building infrastructure that actually matters to the people using it. ____ At bunch, we're committed to an inclusive environment where diversity is valued and celebrated. We provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants. We process personal data in line with applicable laws (including GDPR). See our Privacy Policy for details on your rights and how to reach us.