Corporate Actions, Senior Associate

STATE STREET CORPORATION; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading custodian bank in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Associate in Corporate Actions. The role involves managing high-risk functions, processing client instructions accurately, and collaborating with global teams. Ideal candidates will have a solid background in financial services and corporate actions. This position offers development programs and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Generous medical care

Insurance and savings plans

Flexible work programs

Development programs

Qualifications

• Good understanding of the financial services industry.
• Experience of Corporate Actions in a custody/middle office environment covering the UK market.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and control over corporate action events.
• Train and coach team members.
• Prioritize workload and complete daily tasks.
• Ensure effective risk management.
• Act as a subject matter expert on corporate action improvements.
• Provide coverage in absence of team members.
• Deliver effective client service.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Collaborative attitude

Willingness to learn

Team player

Idea generation

Education

Degree level education or relevant financial services experience

Job description

Who we are looking for

State Street Corporate Actions consists of approximately 800 individuals with presence in 6 locations Globally carrying out an end to end Corporate Action process within a Fund Accounting, Middle office and Custody environment

An excellent opportunity has arisen at the senior associate level within Corporate Actions which involves carrying out a high risk function within the operation. The successful candidate’s responsibilities primarily include the timely and accurate processing of client Corporate Actions instructions for Global market events within a Custody environment. This will also involve working closely with Global Sub Custodians and market depositories around the instruction process on behalf of a diverse client base also ensuring client entitlements are posted accurately and timely in line with client instructions.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Services (SSGS). SSGS gives asset owners and managers access to the essential financial tools they need to deliver effective investment solutions. From core custody, accounting, fund administration and shareholder recordkeeping, to complete operations solutions and servicing for alternative assets like OTC derivatives, private equity and real estate, SSGS’ tools help our clients make better investment choices and act on growth opportunities.

Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As Corporate Actions Senior Associate you will

• Act as a senior member of an operating team providing support and control over complex and time critical corporate action events and transactions.
• Provide training and coaching to team members
• Assist managers by prioritizing the workload and ensure daily tasks are completed
• Ensure effective risk management by coordinating or completing end of day management reporting and ensuring timely escalation and resolution of pertinent issues.
• Act as a subject matter expert support on projects and initiatives aimed at improving the corporate action product.
• Provide coverage in the absence of team member or First Line Manager.
• Deliver effective client service

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Strong communication and inter-personal skills essential
• Acts collaboratively
• Willingness to learn
• Team player
• Idea generator

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• A good understanding of the financial services industry

• Experience of Corporate Actions in a custody and/or middle office environment preferably covering the UK market
• Educated to a degree level (preferred) or relevant financial services experience.

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. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will 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.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers