Investment Operations Analyst

Sydney Permanent / Full Time

Anna has over 19 years’ experience working in financial operations within Banking, Fund Admin, Custody and Global Markets. Originally from London, Anna has been working in Australia for the last 15 years. Having worked and managed financial operation teams in both a BAU and Project capacity, Anna has excellent sector and product knowledge.Anna specialises in recruiting Accounting & Finance roles within the Fund Management, Fund Administration, Custody & Investments sectors.Having previously been a candidate, Anna has a strong desire to build relationships with applicants, while delivering their career goals. She is an effective communicator and having experienced frustrating application processes herself, is passionate about delivering friendly and efficient service, keeping candidates informed throughout the process.Having previously recruited, managed and developed high performing teams while working in the Financial Services sector, Anna has firsthand experience of the challenges faced by our clients when recruiting.

Recruiter :
Anna Thomas

Anna Thomas
  • Large Australian Global Asset / Fund Manager
  • Varied role/Strong risk focus
  • Great growth opportunity
Our client, a large top tier Australian CBD based Investments Company, are looking for an analyst to join their team to look at the risk and compliance functions.

The Investment Operations Analyst is responsible for supporting the daily operational activities of the investment team, ensuring the seamless execution of trade settlements, portfolio reconciliations, and compliance monitoring. The role demands strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of financial markets and investment processes.

The team fosters a supportive environment that emphasizes internal mobility, a friendly and collaborative culture, and the opportunity to thrive in a growing company that prioritizes continuous learning and development.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Support
  • Oversee trade lifecycle processes, ensuring accurate trade capture, settlement, and reporting.
  • Liaise with custodians, brokers, and counterparties to resolve settlement discrepancies and ensure timely resolution.
  • Conduct daily cash and position reconciliations across portfolios, identifying and rectifying variances.
  • Monitor corporate actions, dividends, and interest payments to ensure accurate processing.
Data and Reporting
  • Prepare periodic investment and performance reports for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Support the automation of data flows and reporting processes to enhance efficiency.
  • Update and manage investment data within systems like LSEG Alphadesk.
  • Process cashflows, income, expenses, and corporate actions efficiently.
  • Oversee and maintain static data, including SSI, broker, and fund setups.
Compliance and Risk Management
  • Assist in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
  • Support the implementation of risk management frameworks by identifying and escalating potential operational risks.
  • Monitor and maintain compliance with investment mandates and guidelines.
Process Improvement
  • Collaborate with internal teams to enhance operational workflows and reduce inefficiencies.
  • Identify and implement solutions to streamline manual processes.
  • Participate in system testing and upgrades related to investment operations.
Client and Team Collaboration
  • Serve as a point of contact for internal teams and external partners regarding operational matters.
  • Work closely with portfolio managers, accountants, and IT teams to ensure operational alignment.

Experience/Knowledge:

  • 2-4 years of experience in a similar role with either a Fund Manager, Administrator or Custodian.
  • Omgeo/ DTCC / LSEG Alphadesk proficiency.
  • Strong excel skills
  • Strong knowledge or Funds and performance
  • Ability to develop robust control frameworks
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Referral reward: $500

Banking & Finance > Banking & Finance Funds Management

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