Analyst

Functions like Dealing Service, Registrations, Settlements and Reconciliations. The incumbent needs to understand the laws of the region supported and perform day to day work in accordance to procedure set for an activity. The role needs to work in rotational shift and there would be shifts starting at 2:00 AM.

Key Accountabilities and main responsibilities

Strategic Focus

• Ensure consistent delivery of Fund Services activities in line with agreed SLAs, quality standards, and client expectations
• Support reliable and timely operational outcomes across BAU activities
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to support operational excellence and continuous improvement

Operational Management

• Accurately process, record, review and complete various administrative operations in a timely manner including but not limited, Placing Dealing, Open Accounts of Clients, Update /Amend Client’s personal information, Performing settlement and Reconciliation for the activity on the account.
• Ensure all internal and external service levels and regulatory deadlines are met within the Asset Operations team.
• Follow fund specific and activity specific procedures to ensure accurate and compliant processing of transactions, and support updates to procedures arising from internal policy changes or regulatory requirements.
• Respond to enquiries promptly, proactively handling issues, and striving for the highest levels of customer service
• Learn, Maintain, and update relevant systems and data bases, participating in pre and post system testing for enhancements as required
• Understanding compliance and adhere to all legislative, procedural, industry, financial and client specific procedures, where relevant, to minimise risk and escalate non-adherence as per the escalation matrix.
• Drive, Suggest and Identify process improvements that positively impact efficiencies, quality standards and customer experience across the business
• Complete all mandatory training by the required due date and participate in training relating to changes in procedures, company policy, values, cross skilling and updates to tools and systems used by the business.
• Support investigations, root cause analysis, and issue resolution activities as required, contributing to service quality improvement and reduction of re work.
• Work collaboratively across the firm to achieve the Goals of the team / company

Governance & Risk

• Identify and escalate operational risks or control gaps associated with assigned activities and contribute to discussions and actions to strengthen controls and mitigate risk.

The above list of key accountabilities is not an exhaustive list and may change from time-to-time based on business needs.

Experience & Personal Attributes

• Basic to working knowledge of Fund Services / Fund Administration operations, with exposure to Transfer Agency or Asset Operations activities.
• Understanding of the regulated financial services environment, including the importance of compliance, controls, and process adherence.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• The ability to work to strict deadlines whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy
• Proven ability to operate independently and take the initiative
• A Bachelors or master’s degree in business or finance or Banking related discipline from a reputed College/University.
• Basic understanding of relevant industry knowledge and commercial impacts
• Willingness to work in APAC Shift and there would be shifts starting at 02:00 AM IST.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a Fund Industry.
• 0 - 3 years’ experience in Fund industry.
• Customer focused with the ability to collaborate with others to achieve desired outcomes
• Prioritisation and time management skills, demonstrating flexibility and ability to work autonomously
• Demonstrates good teamwork ethic, showing willingness to assist peers and take on additional tasks
• Actively seeks out self-improvement, professional development opportunities and feedback
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and follow process
• Takes ownership of role, responsibilities, and impact on the wider team