Corporate Actions

Robert Walters UK; London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Corporate Actions Officer for a 12-month contract in London. This role is pivotal in managing Corporate Action events across various portfolios, including equities and bonds. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, utilizing tools like Simcorp Dimension and Bloomberg, while showcasing their expertise in event processing and collaboration. This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally recognized wealth and asset manager committed to investment excellence and superior client service. If you are passionate about corporate actions and ready for a challenge, this role is for you!

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Dynamic work environment

Career progression opportunities

Expert training

Qualifications

• 5+ years in corporate actions at an asset manager.
• Proficiency in Corporate Action SWIFT messages and Bloomberg.

Responsibilities

• Manage lifecycle of Corporate Action events across portfolios.
• Liaise with Fund Managers for accurate information reflection.

Skills

Corporate Actions

Event Processing

Attention to Detail

Collaboration Skills

Communication Skills

Education

5+ years experience in corporate actions

Tools

Simcorp Dimension

Bloomberg

Telekurs

Excel

Tableau

Job description

Looking for a Corporate Actions specialist! This will be an initial 12 month contract, with expectations that it will "roll" from there.

Stand-out skill sets:

1. Experience with Simcorp Dimension
2. Global Equities & Fixed Income experience in relation to Mandatory & Voluntary Events (CFDs/ Distressed Debt assets nice to have)
3. Complex event coverage (e.g. Spanish rights issues/ German tenders etc.)

CORPORATE ACTIONS OFFICER (12-MONTH CONTRACT)

Keywords: Corporate Actions, Asset Management, Operations, Event Processing, Temporary Contract

Our client, a leading independent wealth and asset manager with a global presence, is seeking to recruit an Event Processing Officer for their Operations department in London. This is a temporary role until 31 December 2025, offering a competitive salary of £320/day. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and fast-paced environment, managing the lifecycle of Corporate Action events across various portfolios. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that values independent thinkers and is dedicated to investment excellence and superior client service.

* Join a globally recognised wealth and asset manager
* Be part of a dynamic and fast-paced Operations team
* Competitive daily rate of £320

What you'll do:

As a Corporate Actions Officer, your role will be pivotal in strengthening the Operations department. You will be responsible for managing the lifecycle of Corporate Action events across various portfolios including equities, bonds, CFDs, and Repo. Your ability to effectively manage non-standard complex events will be crucial in this role. Additionally, you will actively engage in testing for new systems, workflows, documenting procedures as well as other ongoing project work within the team and across the wider Operations Unit.

1. Manage the lifecycle of Corporate Action events in Simcorp GAIN and CAM across equities, bonds, CFDs, Repo.
2. Perform reconciliation of cash and stock entitlements and investigate any exceptions related to Corporate Action events.
3. Effectively manage non-standard complex events such as re-structures and lock-up agreements.
4. Proactively liaise with Fund Managers and other teams within Operations to ensure accurate information reflection.
5. Actively engage in testing for new systems, workflows, documenting procedures as well as other ongoing project work within the team and across the wider Operations Unit.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Corporate Actions Officer role brings at least 5 years' experience in a corporate actions related role at an asset manager. You have good knowledge of Corporate Action SWIFT messages and experience using Bloomberg, Telekurs or similar platforms. Your strong technical skills include proficiency in Excel and Tableau. Experience handling complex corporate action events would be advantageous. Your ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines while maintaining high attention to detail sets you apart. Furthermore, your strong collaboration skills coupled with excellent oral and written communication abilities make you an ideal fit for this role.

1. At least 5 years’ experience in a corporate actions related role at an asset manager.
2. Good knowledge of Corporate Action SWIFT messages and experience using Bloomberg, Telekurs, or similar.
3. Strong technical skills – including Excel and Tableau.
4. Experience of handling complex corporate action events is an advantage.
5. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
6. Good collaborator with strong oral and written communication skills.

What sets this company apart:

Our client is one of the world’s leading independent wealth and asset managers, with a rich history dating back to 1805. With over 5000 employees across 30 offices in financial centres worldwide, they manage the assets of some of the world’s largest institutions, financial intermediaries and their clients. Their culture welcomes independent thinkers and centres around investment excellence, a long-term perspective and a dedication to client service.

What's next:

Ready for an exciting opportunity in a globally recognised wealth and asset management firm? Apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link!

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About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Focus: Operations

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Location: London

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Banking & Financial Services

Focus: Operations

Industry: Financial Services

Salary: £280 - £320 per day

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Location: London

FULL_TIME

Job Reference: TOU2DR-ECEC55BD

Date posted: 25 February 2025

Consultant: Tom Andrew

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