Investment Operations Associate

As an Associate within the Investment Management Operations team your role involves various responsibilities related to the dealing and investment administration of the investment team. You would report to the Investment Management Operations (Manager), who in turn reports to the Chief Operations Officer.

Saltus investment managers trade OEICs/Unit Trusts, ETFs, FX, investment trusts, listed equities, bonds and occasionally structured products.

What will I be responsible for?

• Investment operations: day-to-day dealing operations, order execution, trade settlements, risk management, corporate actions, trade reconciliations and fund reporting to ACDs. Ensuring client accounts are invested according to the agreed model portfolio(s) (to within acceptable tolerance), on both the Saltus platform as well as external platforms.
• Compliance and regulatory oversight: Ensuring compliance with industry regulations and internal policies to maintain the integrity of trading operations.

Overall, you play a critical role in ensuring the smooth and efficient execution of trades, managing risks, and contributing to the overall success of the Asset Management business. Critically, you need to operate as 'part' of the asset management team focused on service delivery to support the asset management business strategy.

As a IM Operations Associate, you will generally have / be:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think and plan long-term strategies for the function that align with the goals and vision of Saltus.
• Vision: Ability to lead, inspire, and motivate teams by setting a clear vision for the team and to inspire others to work towards that vision.
• Decision-Making: Strong decision-making skills to make critical choices that drive business growth and success.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills to effectively convey ideas, influence stakeholders, and build relationships.
• Innovation: Embracing innovation and driving a culture of creativity and continuous improvement within the organisation. You would be expected to review and improve processes relevant to your team.
• Change Management: Proven experience in leading organisational change and navigating through complex transitions.
• Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with teams across Saltus and our external partners to achieve common goals.
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills to address challenges and find effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions, technologies, and business needs.
• Embracing Simplification: Demonstrate the ability to simplify complexity to enhance clarity, efficiency, and effectiveness.

Additional information

• Demonstrate a strong technical knowledge and understanding of all financial products.
• Knowledge of financial markets and investment strategies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.