Lead Specialist - Investment Operations (Private Assets Services)

AIA Hong Kong and Macau; Cyberjaya; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Lead Specialist in Investment Operations, where you will play a crucial role in supporting private assets services. This position offers the chance to engage in data collection, vendor oversight, and operational support, ensuring the accuracy and quality of investment data. You will collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance processes and contribute to impactful projects. If you are passionate about making a difference in the financial sector and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to build a rewarding career while helping others live healthier, longer, and better lives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in investment operations, preferably in private assets.
• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields like Business Administration or Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Collect and maintain data from General Partners for investment operations.
• Oversee vendor work and ensure timely transaction bookings.

Skills

Investment Operations

Data Collection

Vendor Management

Communication Skills

Process Design

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor in Business Administration

Bachelor in Accounting

Bachelor in Banking and Finance

Tools

Portfolio Management System (PMS)

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Lead Specialist - Investment Operations (Private Assets Services)

Apply locations Cyberjaya, MY-AIA Shared Services Malaysia time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id JR-55657

FIND YOUR 'BETTER' AT AIA

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We believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. So that together we can support even more people - including our own - to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

If you believe in better, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

To provide operational support to the AIA Investment Management Private Assets Services.

Responsibilities

1. Periodical data collection from General Partners:
   • Using internal system to collect periodical data points, like estimated NAVs, FATCA, fund and underlying portfolio etc. from General Partners (“GP”).
   • Monitoring the GP response and follow up with GPs to ensure data completeness within the deadline.
2. Data maintenance:
   • Onboarding new inhouse funds or new external funds into Portfolio Management System (“PMS”).
   • Update data points in PMS upon receipt of information from GPs in a timely manner.
   • Update the GP static data in PMS.
3. Oversight on vendor(s) work:
   • Monitoring vendor(s) works within the PMS.
   • Raise discrepancies in regular checks and resolve with vendor(s).
   • Ensure vendor(s) complete the transaction bookings in a timely manner; periodical GP reports are saved in PMS.
   • Check and ensure periodical Market value, remaining commitment etc. are updated as per the SLA.
   • Upload cash injection/withdrawal/trade date cash entries into the system.
4. GP Portal Maintenance & Operations Support:
   • Setup new investment fund portal access to ensure timely receipt of GPs notices, reports, financial statements etc.
   • Input capital call and distribution event as per notice into PMS.
   • Assist in monthly pricing of investments/funds.
   • Assist in monthly foreign exchange reconciliation and recording in PMS.
5. Projects:
   • Involve in ad-hoc projects as and when required.
   • Perform other responsibilities and duties periodically assigned by supervisor to meet operational requirements.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Banking and Finance or related.
• At least 3 years investment operations work experience in an asset management company/fund administration preferably in private assets.
• Good understanding of private assets reporting, such as capital account statement, capital call/distribution notice, etc. is an advantage.
• Knowledge of how fund vehicles such as LP/VCC operate is an advantage.
• Able to follow in-house operating procedures to ensure good data quality in the private asset dashboard.
• Able to design and implement new or enhanced processes and controls will be a plus.
• Good communication skills in written and verbal form.
• Ability to work under pressure without compromising quality and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented, dedicated and open-minded working attitude.
• Strong application in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

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