Simplifying Complexity: SPV Administration that Delivers Confidence
In today’s dynamic capital markets, establishing and managing Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) is essential. Wilmington Trust specialises in simplifying the SPV administration so you can focus on what matters: executing your strategy, satisfying stakeholders, and meeting regulatory obligations with confidence.
Your SPV administration needs, met with precision
Continuity across the SPV lifecycle
With over 30 years of experience in the UK, Wilmington Trust delivers consistent SPV administration in European markets through our offices in England, Ireland and Germany. Our long-standing presence ensures dependable service throughout the full lifecycle of your transaction.
Focused service with deep understanding
Every client benefits from a single point of contact; a seasoned relationship manager who understands your structure, timeline, and jurisdictional requirements. We prioritise responsiveness and clarity at every stage.
Scalable, tailored solutions
Our agile teams in London, Dublin, and Frankfurt adapt quickly to your transaction’s complexity—whether it’s a standard securitisation or a bespoke esoteric structure. We deliver scalable solutions aligned with your goals.
Jurisdictional reach & banking flexibility
We support the setup and administration of SPVs across multiple European jurisdictions, including England, Ireland, and Germany, as well as the incorporation of Dutch Stichtings for Italian securitisations. To compliment these services, we can arrange multi-currency bank accounts in the UK and Ireland, as well as U.S. dollar accounts, to simplify SPV related payment processes.
Built for SPV success: Full lifecycle coverage
Wilmington Trust offers a full suite of SPV administration services under one coordinated model, from incorporation to dissolution:
Corporate services
- SPV Incorporation & Domiciliation
- Provision of registered office
- Independent, experienced directors (Individual & Corporate)
- Company secretarial
- Share trustee
- Process agent
Accounting Services
- Bookkeeping and trial balance preparation
- Statutory financial statement preparation (IFRS & UK GAAP)
- Tax filings ( VAT and CIT)
- Tax agent liaison
- Auditor liaison
Regulatory Services
- Regulatory filings and compliance oversight
- Liaison and relationship management with regulatory bodies
- Authorised Corporate Services Agent (Companies House)
Compliance Management
- Liaison with Companies House, CRO, Central Bank, Revenue, HMRC and auditors
Services are available through our international affiliates. Not all services are available in every jurisdiction.
Services are available only to corporate and institutional clients, (i.e. Eligible Counterparties or Professional Clients as defined by applicable regulations), and not to Retail clients.
Why Wilmington Trust?
At Wilmington Trust, we combine the strength of a multi-national institution with the agility of a specialised service provider. Here’s what sets us apart in the SPV administration landscape:
Stability & experience
We manage over 1,200 active appointments across asset classes including ABS, MBS, autos, aviation, and esoteric structures.
Personalised service
Single point of contact. Dedicated relationship managers. Our relationship-driven approach builds trust and ensures each client receives tailored support from a dedicated specialist.
Agile and adaptable
Whether you're launching a new securitisation or managing a complex esoteric structure, we’re equipped to move fast and adapt to evolving deal requirements.
Trusted by industry leaders
We support public and private transactions for leading institutions including BMW, Ford, Aviva, Lloyds, Toyota, Octopus, Hastings, and Santander.
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Your transaction deserves a dedicated and experienced administrative team.
Our professionals bring hands-on guidance and deep market knowledge to support your SPV needs with precision and care.
Breeda Cunningham
Senior Vice President, Head of SPV Administration
Ian Hames
Senior Vice President, Sales
Caroline Magee
Senior Vice President, Sales
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FAQs
An SPV is a legally separate entity created to isolate financial risk and facilitate structured finance transactions such as securitisations, asset-backed lending, and investment structuring. It helps protect investors, manage risk, and streamline complex financial operations.
SPV administration typically includes:
- Corporate services (incorporation, domiciliation, directorships)
- Accounting and regulatory reporting (IFRS, UK GAAP, tax filings)
- Cash and compliance management (bank account setup, regulatory filings) These services ensure full lifecycle support from setup to dissolution.
SPVs must:
- Prepare and file annual statutory accounts
- Maintain accurate books and records
- Comply with VAT and corporation tax filings
- Meet FATCA and CRS obligations for global tax transparency
SPVs may need to register and report under FATCA (U.S. tax compliance) and CRS (global tax transparency), requiring coordination with tax authorities and accurate financial disclosures.