CLO Fund Ops Associate (Madrid) - AI & Process Improvement

Permira; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Permira in Madrid is seeking a Fund Operations Associate to support European and US CLO strategies, coordinating with teams in London and the US across settlements, reporting and regulatory submissions.

The role emphasizes data accuracy, process improvement and the use of AI tools to streamline operations; requires degree in finance, 2–3 years experience, and strong Excel and communication skills.

Formación

• Degree level educated; finance, accounting or economics preferred.
• 2–3 years’ experience in fund operations or related operational role.
• Eagerness to develop solid understanding of Loan, Bond and CLO markets.
• Strong interest in AI and process improvement, with curiosity for how technology can enhance operations.
• Highly competent in Microsoft Excel with strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication skills; team oriented with motivation and integrity.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines under pressure.

Responsabilidades

• Review asset settlements and cash movements across European and US CLOs.
• Identify and resolve daily cash reconciliation breaks across funds.
• Compile daily front office reporting to support trading and portfolio management.
• Prepare and finalise daily and quarterly regulatory submissions (ESMA, MiFID II, US equivalents).
• Produce internal fund reporting for weekly and monthly distributions.
• Input security instructions in custodian systems for settlements and corporate actions.
• Maintain CLO warehouse drawdown schedules and accruals; assist with tie-out and closing.
• Support process improvement and system enhancement initiatives.
• Assist with annual audits and respond to due diligence and KYC requests.
• Track invoices and respond to internal data requests promptly.
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI and automation to improve workflows.

Conocimientos

Fluent English

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Educación

Degree in Finance / Accounting / Economics

Herramientas

Microsoft Excel

Descripción del empleo

Permira in Madrid is seeking a Fund Operations Associate to support European and US CLO strategies, coordinating with teams in London and the US across settlements, reporting and regulatory submissions.

The role emphasizes data accuracy, process improvement and the use of AI tools to streamline operations; requires degree in finance, 2–3 years experience, and strong Excel and communication skills.