Investment Fund Structures*
Cayman Islands: Premier Fund Jurisdiction
The Cayman Islands’ tax neutrality, proximity to the United States, strong regulatory environment, and deep financial expertise have made it a global leader in offshore financial structuring. Today, Cayman is one of the largest financial centers in the world, with 85 percent of the world’s hedge funds domiciled there (Mourant Ozannes, 2017).
In Q1 2024, per U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) data:
- 6% of the net assets of all private funds under the SEC’s purview were managed by funds domiciled in the Cayman Islands.
- 6% of all qualifying hedge fund net assets reported to the SEC were managed by Cayman-domiciled funds—far outpacing other jurisdictions such as Luxembourg (5%) and Ireland (3.2%).
This data underscores Cayman’s dominance in alternative investment structuring and its relevance to global institutional investors.
Wide Range of Investment Structures
FundBank offers access to a sophisticated suite of legal and fiduciary vehicles, including Purpose Trusts—such as Special Trusts Alternative Regime (STAR) and Charitable Trusts—Foundation Companies, and customized corporate structures.
Our trust and fiduciary professionals work with clients to design and administer structures that are compliant, operationally efficient, and aligned with long-term investment goals.
Tailored Solutions Across All Asset Classes
FundBank provides fiduciary and administration services across a broad range of asset classes, with particular depth in alternative investments.
Our experience includes managing structures in:
- Private Credit
- Private Equity
- Digital Assets, including crypto and tokenized strategies
We support a variety of fund vehicles, including:
- Stand-alone investment companies
- General and Limited Partner structures
- Complex Master-Feeder arrangements
- Multi-jurisdictional and bespoke investment frameworks
Our approach is adaptable and designed to meet the specific needs of institutional managers, family offices, and fintech innovators alike.
Cross-Border Structuring Expertise
Whether launching a Cayman-based investment platform or integrating offshore structures into a broader multinational strategy, FundBank works closely with legal counsel, sponsors, and administrators to ensure seamless setup, ongoing governance, and full regulatory alignment.
Why FundBank Fiduciary Services?
Why partner with FundBank in achieving your financial objectives?
Expertise. Insight. Service.
At FundBank Fiduciary Services, we offer more than just technical competence – we deliver trusted partnership grounded in deep experience, global perspective, and operational insight.
Our team comprises highly skilled professionals with expertise across fiduciary structures, asset management, corporate finance, digital assets, governance, and risk management. With decades of collective experience, we offer not only sound judgment but also practical, real-world solutions.
Team members bring diverse industry backgrounds and have worked across major financial hubs globally. Many are registered Directors with extensive experience serving on public, private, operating, and non-profit Boards, ensuring a high level of strategic and fiduciary oversight.
Whether you are navigating complex cross-border structures, launching digital asset strategies, or seeking long-term governance support, FundBank delivers a white-glove service model tailored to your needs, with the professionalism and responsiveness you expect from a global fiduciary partner.
Let’s Discuss Your Next Structure
FundBank supports fund sponsors, institutional investors, and private clients in structuring and managing vehicles that stand up to regulatory scrutiny while delivering operational precision.
Contact our Fiduciary Services team to explore how we can assist in creating your next Cayman based fund or bespoke investment structure.