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Junior Investment Analyst - London

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Skill Farm

28d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
    Banking & Finance
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need asset management experience, knowledge of fixed income and equity, post-trade support, strong communication, Excel skills, and familiarity with Bloomberg, Aladdin, and regulatory landscape.
  • You will support audits, collaborate on projects, attend meetings, manage inquiries, promote the team’s profile, and ensure compliance of procedures and processes.

Requirements

  • Previous experience gained within an asset management environment. Knowledge of Fixed Income, Equity, FX and Leverage Loans asset classes would be advantageous.
  • Understanding of the Post trade lifecycle support, reconciliation experience, failed trade resolution.
  • A good understanding of Fund Manager daily routines and processes.
  • Strong customer focused communication skills.
  • Excel (intermediate level) Knowledge of Power-BI.
  • Ability to manage change with our third-party administrators.
  • Ability to quickly and clearly understand the team's position within the wider Operational framework and how best to maximise its impact.
  • Knowledge of Regulatory landscape.
  • Experience with Bloomberg and Aladdin would be highly desirable.
  • Knowledge and understanding of an outsource operational oversight function would be desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Act as a reference point for all audits within the team.
  • Collaborate on individual projects, initiatives allocated to team members focusing on continuous improvement.
  • Attend operational meetings both internal and external where required to provide operational expertise.
  • Monitor the team's mailboxes and ensure all queries are competently and efficiently answered.
  • Help raise the Investment Operations team's profile within the wider operations environment.
  • Ensure on an ongoing basis that existing procedures and processes remain compliant and fit for purpose.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Junior Investment Analyst position?

Previous experience within an asset management environment is required, along with knowledge of asset classes such as Fixed Income, Equity, FX, and Leverage Loans.

Is experience with specific tools or software necessary for this role?

Yes, experience with Bloomberg and Aladdin is highly desirable, and an intermediate level of Excel knowledge is required, along with familiarity with Power-BI.

How important is communication skills for this role?

Strong customer-focused communication skills are essential for effectively answering queries and collaborating on projects.

Will I be involved in project initiatives?

Yes, you will collaborate on individual projects and initiatives allocated to team members, focusing on continuous improvement.

What are the primary responsibilities of this role?

Responsibilities include acting as a reference point for audits, providing operational expertise in meetings, monitoring team mailboxes, raising the team's profile, and ensuring compliance with existing procedures.

Is knowledge of the regulatory landscape important for this role?

Yes, a knowledge and understanding of the regulatory landscape is important for ensuring compliance and fit-for-purpose procedures.

Will I be required to handle operational meetings?

Yes, you will need to attend both internal and external operational meetings to provide expertise as required.

What type of background would be beneficial for this position?

A background involving post-trade lifecycle support, reconciliation experience, and failed trade resolution would be beneficial.

Is knowledge of outsourced operational oversight necessary?

While not mandatory, knowledge and understanding of an outsource operational oversight function would be desirable for this role.

What kind of projects will I be working on primarily?

You will collaborate on various projects and initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency within the Investment Operations team.

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Skill Farm

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Human Resources
Industry
1-10
Employees
2023
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Skillfarm is a professional development platform that focuses on building and enhancing skills in areas such as leadership, communication, and problem-solving. Their ultimate mission is to empower individuals and teams to achieve their full potential through targeted skill-building programs. The purpose of Skillfarm is to bridge the gap between existing skills and the demands of the modern workplace, enabling users to thrive in their careers by offering practical, real-world training solutions.