Investment Operations - Senior Fund Operations Analyst

Arbuthnot Latham; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Fund Operations Analyst to provide operational support for their UK NURS OEIC fund range. In this pivotal role, you will ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines while overseeing daily fund operations. Your expertise in fund operations will be crucial as you manage trade lifecycles, cash flows, and coordinate with various teams. This position offers the opportunity to lead process improvements and enhance operational excellence in a dynamic environment. If you thrive under pressure and are passionate about delivering quality outcomes, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in fund operations, including launching new funds and NAV calculations.
• Strong operational background in asset servicing and corporate actions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operational performance of the fund and ensure compliance.
• Manage trade lifecycle, cash flow operations, and handle subscriptions and redemptions.
• Lead process improvement initiatives and document procedures.

Skills

Fund operations background

NAV preparation and calculation

Asset servicing

Corporate actions

Strategic problem-solving

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Investment Operations - Senior Fund Operations Analyst

• Provide day-to-day operational support and oversight of Arbuthnot’s UK NURS OEIC fund range. Work closely with the business and third-party suppliers to ensure the fund operates in a compliant manner.
• Where applicable, prioritize the interests of customers in all activities, act in a manner consistent with achieving good outcomes for consumers, and comply with the FCA and PRA's Conduct Rules.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the fund operates within regulatory guidelines and remains compliant.
• Oversee the daily operational performance of the fund, including executing operational tasks and liaising with third parties such as ACD, Custodian, and TA.
• Monitor controls and procedures to ensure adherence to policies.
• Serve as an escalation point for resolving technical issues.
• Act as a subject matter expert, resolving complex fund and operational issues.
• Analyze cash flow, transactions, and portfolio holdings data.
• Lead process improvement initiatives, conduct analyses, and recommend solutions.
• Document procedures across all fund and investment products.
• Utilize operational knowledge to enhance operational excellence.
• Manage daily operations, controls, and process verification.
• Identify and propose solutions for process improvements.
• Oversee daily cash and position reconciliations across asset classes.
• Manage trade lifecycle and cash flow operations.
• Coordinate daily with trading desks and portfolio management teams.
• Handle subscription and redemption activities, managing cash flows with custodians and administrators.
• Review bi-annual financial statements for UCITS funds.
• Monitor and approve UCITS dividend distributions.
• Process third-party invoices.
• Reconcile NAV with fund administrators.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and financial reports promptly.
• Oversee fund dealing operations and liaise with transfer agencies.
• Prepare reports and filings for regulatory bodies as needed.
• Perform due diligence and service reviews for counterparties.
• Manage fund services provision to investors.
• Coordinate internal and external audits efficiently.
• Manage subscriptions, redemptions, transfers, and switches processes.

Risk: Responsible for managing role-specific risks by adhering to internal policies and procedures.

Key Interfaces:

• Director – Head of Investment Management Operations
• Head of Dealing
• Head of Client Services and Operational Control
• Director – Head of Investment Research
• Compliance and Finance teams

Knowledge/Experience/Skills:

• Fund operations background with experience in launching new funds, NAV preparation, and calculation.
• Strong operations experience in asset servicing and corporate actions.
• Strategic problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail, quality, and controls.
• Ability to work under pressure to deadlines and independently.
• Multitasking ability with flexibility, proactivity, and efficiency.