Job Description
Funds Operations Officer
Department: Funds department in International Private Bank
SUMMARY
The Funds Operations Officer is responsible for managing and processing corporate actions accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with internal and external regulations. The person will report directly to Funds Department Managers.
MAIN ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitor and process voluntary and mandatory corporate action events
- Interpret and analyze corporate action notifications from custodians and other sources.Ensure accurate and timely updates to internal systems regarding event details.
- Liaise with custodians, counterparties, and fund managers to resolve discrepancies and obtain necessary instructions.
- Communicate corporate action details and deadlines to relevant internal teams and clients.
- Reconcile positions, entitlements, and cash flows related to corporate actions.
- Prepare and deliver accurate reports to internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure that all corporate actions are processed in line with applicable regulations and internal policies.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market rules and corporate action procedures across different jurisdictions.
- Contribute to process improvements by identifying inefficiencies and suggesting enhancements.
- Collaborate with IT and operational teams to test and implement system upgrades.
PROFILE
- Minimum 3- 4 years of experience in corporate actions, asset servicing, or a related role within banking or financial services.
- Strong knowledge of investment funds business
- Proficiency in using corporate actions and investment management systems.
- Familiarity with SWIFT messaging and market-specific systems (e.g., Allfunds, Clearstream) is a plus.
- Excellent command of English; additional languages are a plus.
- Knowledge of Avaloq will be considered an asset
PERSONAL QUALITIES
- Eager to learn with an understanding of world business and financial affairs and an awareness of trends and current activity in the financial market
- Numerate and analytical; capable of evaluating complex financial information
- Accurate and methodical, with great attention to detail
- Ability to thrive in pressured environments
- Good judgement and decision-making skills
- Ability to liaise effectively with clients and other organisations
- Confident and positive image
- Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential
- Time Management: Capability to meet strict deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent Team player
To be considered for this recruitment process, please send your CV to michael.mandic@andersonwise.com . Your application will be treated with the utmost discretion.
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