Investment Operations Analyst - Philadelphia, PA - abrdn

Description

Investment Operations Analyst

Aberdeen Investments is part of Aberdeen Group plc, one of the UK's leading Wealth & Investments groups. Strengthening talent and culture is one of our strategic priorities. We strive to make Aberdeen a great place to work so that we can attract and retain the industry's best talent. Our people put our stakeholders at the heart of everything they do by helping us to make a positive difference to the lives of our clients, customers, colleagues, shareholders and society. We are repositioning our specialist asset management business to meet client demand and are committed to providing excellent client service, supported by leading technology and talent. As a global business, Aberdeen consists of three divisions: Investments, Adviser, and interactive investor (ii). Each division is dedicated to meeting and adapting to our clients' evolving needs. In the Americas, our sole focus is on the investments business. We have offices in Philadelphia, New York, Boston, Miami, and Sao Paolo. Our breadth of experience gives us close proximity to the companies we invest in and the markets we operate in.

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Investment Operations Analyst to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Operations, Middle and Back Office functions within the Investment Management industry. This role requires a deep understanding of the end-to-end Investment Management Operating Model and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. Minimum 3 days per week in the office is expected.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and ensure smooth functioning of Middle and Back Office processes.
• Collaborate with Portfolio Managers, Investment Execution, Investment Control and other stakeholders to ensure operational efficiency.
• Utilize systems such as Charles River, IHS Markit, and Bloomberg to support investment operations.
• Maintain and enhance knowledge of the types of products and clients managed by the Investment Manager.
• Responsible for day-to-day support of Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) including data, reporting and operational issues raised by internal or external stakeholders.
• Leverage knowledge of Separately Managed Accounts (SMA) to optimize account management processes.
• Utilize experience with the DTCC's Institutional Trade Processing such CTM, TRADESUITE, ALERT to streamline clearing and settlement processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in Operations / Middle and Back Office roles
• Understanding of the end-to-end Investment Management Operating Model, with a specific focus on Operations/Middle and Back Office
• Knowledge of systems such as Charles River, IHS Markit, Investortools and Bloomberg is beneficial
• Strong understanding of Fixed Income trading and settlement workflows
• Experience with the DTCC's Institutional Trade Processing systems such as CTM, TRADESUITE and, ALERT
• Proficiency in MS Excel macros and Power BI is desirable.
• Good understanding of mutual funds, closed-end funds, ETFs, SMAs and the clients that invest in these vehicles
• Confidence and credibility when interacting with clients, senior stakeholders, Portfolio Managers, and Investment Execution Professionals.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent project management abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

What We Offer:

• Best in class Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with well-known carriers; Telehealth and Health Concierge services.
• Health, Dependent and Commuter Flexible Spending Plans.
• Employer provided Life Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term disability with additional optional coverage options.
• Investing for your Future - 401(k) Retirement Savings plan with top notch company Profit Sharing contribution which is immediately vested
• Generous time off starting day one with 4+ weeks annual vacation plus 9 paid holidays.
• Paid Parental, Adoption, and Family Sick/Caregiver leave programs.
• Volunteer Days and Study Time to focus on what is important to you
• Make a donation to your favorite Charity and Aberdeen will match up to $500 per year
• Employee Assistance, Travel and Discount Programs. From helping you navigate the healthcare system, to providing resources and assistance to parents and caregivers of children with development disabilities.
• Flexible, voluntary benefits including Accident Insurance, Identity Protection, and Legal Assistance.
• Wellness program including Nutritional Counselling and Gym Membership Reimbursements.

How We Create Value:

• Our strategic drivers are the foundations from which we deliver for all our stakeholders: High Impact Intelligence, Enduring Relationships, Connections without borders and Future fit. You can find out more about our values here.

Our Inclusive Culture:

• We are committed to exploring the possibilities of working smarter. This means we'd like to hear from you, whatever way you like to work.
• We have a long-term commitment to building inclusive workplaces; we value diversity in our workforce and welcome enquiries from everyone. If you need assistance or a reasonable adjustment due to a disability please let us know as part of your application and we will assist. You can find out more about our inclusive culture here.
• Aberdeen is an affirmative action - equal opportunity employer.