Unit Trust Operations ($6.5K/Brokerage Firm) (ID: 672482)

PERSOLKELLY Singapore Pte Ltd (Formerly Kelly Services Singapore Pte Ltd); Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented professional to join their Unit Trust Operations team. In this role, you will collaborate with the Marketing team and fund houses to streamline account opening and fund onboarding processes. You will manage day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while enhancing operational workflows. This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your strong communication skills and operational mindset to build relationships with key stakeholders and contribute to strategic goals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years in Unit Trust Operations or similar role.
• Strong operational mindset with proven efficiency in processes.

Responsibilities

• Work with Marketing and fund houses on account opening and fund onboarding.
• Process investor transactions and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Build relationships with external partners and vendors.

Skills

Operational Mindset

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Financial Services Knowledge

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Degree in Finance or related field

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Work with Marketing team and fund houses on account opening, fund onboarding and other AML/DDQ/Annual review documentation

• Processing the day-to-day operations, including processing investor transactions, subscriptions, redemptions, transfers & dividend, processing Unit Trust transfers.

• Liaise with Counterparties / CPF Board / Agent Banks on settlement, reporting and reconciliation of trades, compute and process trailer fees.

• Ensuring that the process complies with all relevant regulatory requirements and reporting obligations. identifying and escalating operational risks.

• Build and maintain relationships with other departments, external partners (ie: sub distributors, transfer agents, fund managers etc) and vendors to make decisions regarding operational activity and strategic goals documentation of the operational processes to ensure that consistent, efficient workflow are in place, yielding optimal productivity and performance.

• Review/improve operational workflow and system enhancements, addressing investor/TR inquiries and concerns related to operations.

• Perform and coordinate end to end (from trade execution to trade settlement) system testing for any changes

• Handle administrative tasks, ad-hoc assignments and projects as assigned.

• Uphold organization policies and standards, ensuring legislative regulations are followed

• Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of transactions and activities.

• Able to deputize in manager's absence to ensure seamless workflow.

Requirements:

• Degree or equivalent professional experience

• Minimum 3 – 5 years in Unit Trust Operations with proven experience or similar role

• Strong operational mindset and background

• Proven ability to plan and manage operational processes for maximum efficiency and productivity

• Good knowledge of financial services practices and associated regulatory requirements

• Good knowledge of and adherence to the company's policies and procedures

• Strong communication skills and ability to articulate effectively to the team and stakeholders in regular meetings and various projects/discussion, becoming a "valued partner" outside direct reporting line

• Good problem-solving skills and ability to handle complex situations with constructive solution identified for trouble shooting

Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click on “Apply”. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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