Alternative Ops Transfer Agency, Senior Associate

State Street; Toronto; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical care

Flexible work programs

Education and professional development

Job summary

State Street is seeking a capable leader to oversee the Transfer Agency client service team, manage relationships with clients, and ensure accurate reporting and reconciliations. You will develop staff, enforce policies, and contribute to growth through onboarding of new clients.

You will also drive process improvements, enhance internal controls, and participate in training initiatives to promote a learning environment across the TA team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years AML regulatory knowledge and compliance exposure.
• Knowledge of Transfer Agency policies and the use of ISS (AIS's Enterprise-wide Investor Services System).
• Bachelor's degree in finance and/or Business-related area or relevant working experience (2+ years).
• 4+ years Fund Administration experience.
• 2+ years people management experience.
• Experience managing client relationships.
• Hedge fund Transfer Agency experience.
• Knowledge of Private Equity funds.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of the Transfer Agency team, managing key priorities on a daily basis, planning teamwork, managing team resources including recruitment of new staff.
• Responsible for the effective management of the team and all associated HR Policies, performance and career developments.
• Building and maintaining client relationships through regular meetings, forums, ensuring effective communication and client satisfaction and act as point of contact for client escalation.
• Responsible for the final sign off on internal (e.g. NAV), client and investor reporting to ensure all fund activity is recorded accurately and in line with agreed Policies and Procedures. Including taking full ownership on daily, cash and trade reconciliations.
• Proactively identify gaps in internal key controls and work with wider TA manager/director group to close gaps, while promoting a risk awareness culture within the team to drive the zero-error policy.
• Participate in department wide training efforts – draft and deliver training course and facilitate 'on the job' training for Senior Associates

Skills

People management

Client relationship management

AML knowledge

Excel proficiency

Risk awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or business

Tools

ISS (AIS Investor Services System)

Job description

Who We Are Looking For

You will be responsible for the oversight of the Transfer Agency client service team (Associates and Senior Associates), management of the client relationships and acting as a point of escalation for the team on any technical issues. They will ensure that policies and procedures are followed and that best practices are applied. They will continuously look for enhancements to create greater efficiencies and productivity within the team. You will take on additional responsibilities such as supporting business growth through onboarding of new clients and foster a continuous learning environment to engage, develop and retain employees.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Provide oversight of the Transfer Agency team, managing key priorities on a daily basis, planning teamwork, managing team resources including recruitment of new staff.
• Responsible for the effective management of the team and all associated HR Policies, performance and career developments.
• Building and maintaining client relationships through regular meetings, forums, ensuring effective communication and client satisfaction and act as point of contact for client escalation.
• Responsible for the final sign off on internal (e.g. NAV), client and investor reporting to ensure all fund activity is recorded accurately and in line with agreed Policies and Procedures. Including taking full ownership on daily, cash and trade reconciliations.
• Proactively identify gaps in internal key controls and work with wider TA manager/director group to close gaps, while promoting a risk awareness culture within the team to drive the zero-error policy.
• Participate in department wide training efforts – draft and deliver training course and facilitate 'on the job' training for Senior Associates

Education And Preferred Qualifications

• Good working knowledge (2+ years) of AML and regulations impacting the industry
• Knowledge of Transfer Agency policies and procedures and the use of ISS (AIS's Enterprise-wide Investor Services System)
• Bachelor's degree in finance and/or Business-related area or relevant working experience (2+ years of experience)
• 4+ years Fund Administration experience
• 2+ years people management experience
• Experience managing client relationships
• Hedge fun of Transfer Agency Experience
• Knowledge of Private Equity (P/E) funds
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, in particular Excel

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow.

We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive.

• generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks
• flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs
• wealth of development programs and educational support to help you reach your full potential

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility.

We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

Salary Range

$51,000 - $84,000 Annual
The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you'll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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