Job Description
As a Fund Operations Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless operational management of investment funds. This position in a Buy Side firm within the financial services sector requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively within a structured environment.
Client Details
Why work for this business:
Culture. We are committed to our Core Values. We encourage intellectual curiosity and individualism as well as collaboration across different areas of the business. We seek to hear our people's voices - whether quiet or loud. Sharing ideas and challenging the status quo are commonplace.
Autonomy. While guidance and support are provided, team members own their work and projects.
Growth opportunities. We support our people in continuous learning and development.
Agile environment. We are committed to providing a work environment that balances the needs of our clients; the needs of our teams; and the personal needs, commitments, and interests of our people.
Philanthropy. Our people can contribute to society in a unique and personal way, through various philanthropy opportunities and programmes.
Description
Summary:
We are seeking a bright and driven individual to join our Fund Operations team based in the West End of London.
The primary goals of the team are to:
Ensure the safe custody and timely settlement of assets into business funds.
Facilitate investment decision-making and trading efficiency by providing timely and accurate information (i.e. trade posting, collateral management, corporate actions, and security data maintenance).
Initially, this role will primarily be focused on custody, settlement, and asset servicing. In time, there will be opportunity to take on additional responsibilities.
Daily / Weekly / Monthly Responsibilities:
Monitoring and posting of equity, fixed-Income, FX, futures trades.
Maintaining oversight and working with Citibank, as our Custodian, Middle Office service provider and Collateral Manager, to ensure timely settlement/clearing of trades.
Dealing with post trade activities such as the posting of corporate actions and dividends.
Setup of new broker relationships as requested by trading and legal.
Maintaining complete and accurate standing data for securities in the securities database.
Interaction with trading and provision of trading support services.
Providing support for analyst paper portfolios.
Error tracking and measuring team performance against key performance indicators.
Manage small and large-scale projects aimed at improving and streamlining business processes.
Profile
A successful Fund Operations Specialist should have:
- Degree from Russell Group university - 2.1 or above
- Previous experience in fund operations or a related role within financial services. Ideally 2-5 Years
- Experience in a Buy Side firm - AM, IM, HF or Fund Admin or similar
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail demonstrated on CV
- A solid understanding of regulatory compliance and industry standards in banking and financial services.
- Proficiency in relevant software and tools for fund operations and reporting.
- Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- A proactive approach to managing tasks and resolving challenges.
Job Offer
- Competitive salary ranging from 55,000 to 65,000 per annum + Bonus
- Permanent role offering stability and growth opportunities within financial services.
- Professional and structured working environment with opportunities to progress in your career
- West End of London location
- Hybrid working - 3 days in office.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Fund Operations Specialist to contribute to a respected organisation in the financial services sector. Apply today to take the next step in your career
