Investment Operations Leader

LMA Recruitment Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

LMA Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced investment operations professional to oversee investment transaction activities, portfolio administration and operational controls in Singapore. You will ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance and efficiency across end-to-end investment processes while coordinating with internal teams and external partners.

The role requires a degree in Finance or related discipline, 5–10 years in investment operations, familiarity with MAS regulations, and

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accountancy, Business or a related discipline.
• Approximately 5–10 years of relevant experience in investment operations, investment administration or investment accounting.
• Familiarity with regulatory framework governing investment activities in Singapore, including MAS regulations and securities legislation.
• Good understanding of various investment products and asset classes.
• Experience in investment transaction processing, fund administration, portfolio valuation and reconciliation.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with good analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day investment operations, including end-to-end processing of investment transactions, trade execution, settlement, valuation and reconciliation.
• Monitor investment activities for regulatory compliance and adherence to policies.
• Review procedures and implement process improvements to strengthen controls and reduce risks.
• Oversee investment account administration, including portfolio account setup and onboarding of mandates.
• Coordinate fund-related activities such as launches, closures and portfolio switches.
• Support UAT and system enhancements; assist management and business stakeholders on ad hoc requirements.
• Maintain relationships with internal teams, external fund managers, custodians and service providers.
• Coordinate with external auditors on reviews and financial reporting.

Skills

Excel

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Finance degree

Job description

LMA Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced investment operations professional to oversee investment transaction activities, portfolio administration and operational controls in Singapore. You will ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance and efficiency across end-to-end investment processes while coordinating with internal teams and external partners.

The role requires a degree in Finance or related discipline, 5–10 years in investment operations, familiarity with MAS regulations, and