Operations Analyst

Brandes Investment Partners (Europe) Limited; Dublin; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (employer-paid)

Life assurance

Disability insurance

Annual bonus opportunities

Pension contributions

Annual leave entitlement

Paid family leave

Bike to work schemes

Employee assistance programmes (EAP)

Job summary

Brandes Investment Partners (Europe) Limited is hiring an Operations Analyst to support investment operations, client relationships, reporting, and cross‑functional projects across Europe, the US, and Asia.

You will help monitor fund operations, prepare reports, and analyse data using Excel and AI-powered tools, while collaborating with investment professionals and business leaders in a global, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• At least 24 months of experience in financial services with fund administration, custody, transfer agency and asset management responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of UCITS funds.
• Relevant degree (2nd Class Honours or higher) in business, finance, economics, psychology, social sciences, accounting or related discipline.
• Strong Excel skills and comfort with AI-powered tools.
• Applicants must be legally authorised to work in the European Union without current or future employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support the client portfolio management team with account maintenance, trade-related processes, and operational activities.
• Help monitor fund operations and work with service providers to resolve issues and improve operational effectiveness.
• Develop a strong understanding of how investment funds operate through hands-on experience.
• Review investment compliance, fund oversight, and risk reports, exercising sound judgment to identify and elevate issues where appropriate.
• Provide collaborative support to the Compliance Department and contribute to cross-functional initiatives as needed.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

AI tools

Problem solving

Financial services experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Your Financial Services Career: What’s Your Next Move?

Looking for a role where you can learn quickly, build valuable skills, and make an impact immediately?

Join Brandes Investment Partners (Europe) Limited and build your career at the intersection of investment operations, data, technology, and client service.

As an Operations Analyst, you'll support investment operations, client relationships, reporting, and cross-functional projects while working with investment professionals and business leaders across Europe, the US, and Asia.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving problems, working with data, learning new technologies, and contributing in a collaborative, global environment.

Whether your background is in fund administration, custody, transfer agency, asset management, or another financial services role, this position offers a distinctive path to grow your investment management experience and career.

What You'll Do

Be Part of Investment Operations

• Support the client portfolio management team with account maintenance, trade-related processes, and operational activities.
• Help monitor fund operations and work with service providers to resolve issues and improve operational effectiveness.
• Develop a strong understanding of how investment funds operate through hands‑on experience.
• Review investment compliance, fund oversight, and risk reports, exercising sound judgment to identify and elevate issues where appropriate.
• Provide collaborative support to the Compliance Department and contribute to cross-functional initiatives as needed.

Work With Clients and Global Teams

• Support client onboarding and ongoing client servicing activities with a proactive, client-focused approach.
• Build effective working relationships and collaborate with colleagues, clients, consultants, and vendors around the world.
• Take initiative in preparing reports, respond to information requests, and contribute to projects that support a strong client experience.
• Partner with teammates to solve problems, share knowledge, and deliver a high standard of service.
• Create, maintain, and enhance reports used by business leaders and investment teams to support informed decision-making.
• Analyse fund, sales, client, and market data to identify trends, uncover insights, and support business opportunities.
• Use Excel, AI, and other technology tools to improve how information is gathered, analysed, and reported.
• Apply critical thinking to identify opportunities for automation, workflow improvement, and smarter business processes.
• Take ownership of projects that support business initiatives.

Contribute to Meaningful Projects

• Support initiatives that improve reporting, collaboration, and business execution.
• Learn directly from experienced professionals in a highly collaborative environment.

What We're Looking For

• At least 24 months of experience in financial services with fund administration, custody, transfer agency and asset management responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of UCITS funds.
• Relevant Third-level degree (2nd Class Honours or higher) in business, finance, economics, psychology, social sciences, accounting or related discipline.
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with technology and AI-powered tools.
• Applicants must be legally authorised to work in the European Union without current or future employer sponsorship.

You’ll Stand Out If You Have

• A curious, self‑starting mindset with initiative and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• An interest in finance, investing, technology, and data.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and recommend practical solutions.
• The ability to communicate effectively and build collaborative relationships with different stakeholders.
• Confidence to challenge existing processes and identify more effective ways of working.
• A hands‑on, team‑oriented approach where no job is too small and teammates are willing to step in wherever needed to support shared goals.

Why Join Brandes?

Build Your Career

• Gain exposure to global equity markets while learning from experienced investment and business professionals.
• Access educational and professional development opportunities.

Our people are our greatest asset, which is why, in addition to a rewarding career and a collaborative culture, we offer a generous and comprehensive rewards package that supports you and your family at every stage of life. Employees are eligible to participate in insurance coverage including 100% employer‑paid healthcare for employees and their dependents, life assurance, disability and other programs such as performance‑based annual bonus opportunities, employer pension contributions, annual leave entitlement, paid family leave, bike to work schemes, employee assistance programmes (EAP) and ongoing learning support.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Brandes Investment Partners LP(“Brandes”) is a leading investment advisory firm, specialising in managing global public equity assets for clients worldwide. Since the firm’s inception over 50 years ago in 1974, Brandes has applied the value investing approach, pioneered by Benjamin Graham, to security selection and was among the first investment firms to bring a global perspective to value investing.

Brandes Investment Partners (Europe) Limited is a Dublin‑based, Central Bank of Ireland‑regulated investment management company and part of the global Brandes organisation. Brandes Europe supports investment management, fund oversight, distribution and client servicing across EMEA and acts as management company to Brandes Investment Funds plc, an Irish‑domiciled UCITS platform. Employees work with colleagues across Europe, the United States and Asia in a collaborative, international environment focused on delivering long‑term investment solutions for clients.

Ready to grow your career in a global investment firm? We'd love to hear from you.

The starting salary for this position ranges from €50,000 to €60,000 per annum, determined objectively based on the successful candidate's experience, qualifications, and skills. This role is eligible to participate in our annual discretionary bonus scheme, with payouts based on both individual achievements and overall company performance. In accordance with transparent recruitment practices, compensation is determined using objective, gender‑neutral criteria.

Brandes Investment Partners (Europe) Limited is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We celebrate diversity and ensure no job applicant or employee receives less favorable treatment on the grounds of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, race, membership of the Traveller community, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and employees feel encouraged to contribute their ideas, experiences, and viewpoints.