Alternative Ops Transfer Agency, Associate 2

State Street Corporation; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

State Street Corporation is seeking an analyst to join the Investor Services team in Mumbai, handling hedge fund and private equity investor services operations with direct client communication.

You will process capital activities, perform data maintenance, and respond to investor queries while ensuring accuracy, timely delivery, and adherence to procedures. The role emphasizes strong English communication and AML awareness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, business, finance or economics.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal English communication.
• AML knowledge is a plus.
• Ability to manage time and priorities under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Handle hedge fund and private equity investor services operations.
• Process capital activities and non-financial data updates.
• Respond to investor/client queries by phone and email.
• Maintain accuracy and timeliness under tight SLAs.
• Prepare SOPs and job aids.
• Coordinate with host location for daily deliverables.

Skills

MS Excel

Outlook

Word

Communication

Time management

AML awareness

Education

University degree in accounting, business, mathematics, finance or economics

Job description

Who we are looking for

This position is within the Investor Services business unit of the State Street’s Alternative Investment Services Group. And is responsible for processing transactions and updating the registers of our clients in response to investor instructions. This role requires to participate in telephonic & email communication directly with external parties/Clients. Hence a strong foundation of communication and interpersonal skill will be preferred.

Why this role is important to us:

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Delivery (GD). GD 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, GD 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:

Working on Hedge fund & private equity investor services operations, showing ownership for a group of clients assigned, taking initiative to own operations for assigned clients. Process Capital activities (subscription, redemption, transfer, switches, redemption wire payment, expense wire payment, distribution wire payment) and non-financial activities (new investor creation, static data maintenance, statement & contract note distribution, audit confirm, responding to investor / client queries & multiple time bound projects). Ability to handle investor / client queries (telephonic & email) and timely resolution – prior experience of handling direct investor / client communication would be preferred. Able to follow and strictly adhere to pre-established policies and procedures. Responsible for preparing the standard operating procedure (SOP) and Job aid. Maintain established quality/accuracy and timeliness standards with respect to all types of activities. Interact with host location and clients and able to resolve all the queries independently. Respond to internal and external queries, resolving discrepancies related to investor accounts. Identify discrepancies affecting accounts, makes necessary corrections where possible, or route information to the originating area and follows through until corrections are made. Require to co-ordinate with host location for daily deliverables, should be able to work with tight SLA (service level agreement) while maintaining agreed accuracy and timeline. Able to work within pre-determined deadlines and prioritizing workloads whilst working under pressure. In day-to-day operation, would be responsible for identifying any unusual or potentially suspicious transactional activity and must report and/or escape in accordance with corporate policy and guidelines detailed in relevant operating procedures.

Skills:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft packages, including Excel, Outlook and Word.
• Good English, written and oral communication skills.
• Should be able to interact and communicate with Co-workers in a clear, through and concise manner.
• Organizational and time management skills Good analytical, numerical and reasoning skills.
• Good understanding of Anti-money laundering is a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• 1 - 4 years of relevant experience in financial services.
• Exposure to Hedge fund, Private Equity or Real Asset funds will be preferred.
• Prior experience of handling direct investor / client communication will be preferred.
• Candidate must have a university degree (accounting, business, mathematics, finance or economics)

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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Read our CEO Statement

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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Read our CEO Statement

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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