Investment Operations Analyst

Seafarer Capital Partners; Larkspur (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with matching contribution

Equity incentive program

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off (20 days per year)

Educational expense reimbursement program

Public transit commute reimbursement

Job summary

A financial services firm in California is seeking an experienced Investment Operations Analyst. The role involves overseeing global trade settlement, performing reconciliations, and handling compliance reporting. Located in Larkspur, this hybrid position calls for managing both in-office and remote responsibilities. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree and 2–5 years of relevant operational experience. The compensation range is $115,000 - $175,000 with additional benefits including a 401(k) plan and health coverage.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of work experience in custodian operations, mutual fund operations, fund accounting, or investment operations.
• Willingness to work flexible hours as needed to accommodate global settlement cycles.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis.

Responsibilities

• Assist with global settlement for fund trades (cash and securities).
• Help track and report fund cash balances and cash flows.
• Perform daily reconciliations of cash, positions, and transactions.

Skills

Knowledge of the trading and settlement cycle for international capital markets

Ability to manage multiple tasks and workflows independently

Problem-solving mindset

Intellectual curiosity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field

Job description

Seafarer Capital Partners is seeking an Investment Operations Analyst to support the day-to-day operations of its investment funds. The role involves overseeing global trade settlement, performing reconciliations, and handling reporting and regulatory requirements.

Location

The firm’s office is located in Larkspur, California. The Investment Operations Analyst is required to be located in California. The position involves both in-office and remote work (i.e., a “hybrid” schedule). We expect the Investment Operations Analyst will work an estimated 4 days in the office and 1 remote day each week. Work hours will primarily align with U.S. market hours (6:00 AM to 2:00 PM Pacific Time). Business travel may be necessary, estimated at 1-2 weeks per year.

Reporting

This position reports to the Managing Director of Trading and Operations.

Responsibilities

The Investment Operations Analyst will be responsible for the following:

• Security settlement: Assist with global settlement for fund trades (cash and securities) by working with custodians, brokers, and fund administrators.
• Cash management: Help track and report fund cash balances and cash flows, including transfer agency and settlement-related activity.
• Foreign exchange: Assist in executing and monitoring foreign exchange transactions to support settlement and cash needs.
• Communications: Support communication with fund administrators and custodians to help ensure accurate trade processing and timely settlement.
• Reconciliation: Perform daily reconciliations of cash, positions, and transactions and help investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Corporate actions: Assist in monitoring, processing, and reconciling corporate action events with custodians and administrators.
• Transaction cost analysis: Prepare and help review transaction cost analysis (TCA) reports for foreign exchange and securities trades.
• Reporting: Support the preparation of client, compliance, and regulatory reports.
• Compliance: Assist in ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and reporting obligations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

This position requires:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of work experience in custodian operations, mutual fund operations, fund accounting, or investment operations.
• Knowledge of the trading and settlement cycle for international capital markets (e.g., equities, foreign exchange).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and workflows independently.
• Problem-solving mindset and intellectual curiosity.
• Willingness to work flexible hours as needed to accommodate global settlement cycles.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation includes base salary and a semi-annual discretionary cash bonus. The pay range for this position is $115,000 – $175,000; $148,000 is typical. The range is determined largely by individual performance and associated discretionary bonus.
• 401(k) Plan with a matching contribution from Seafarer.
• Equity incentive program. Seafarer is a 100% employee owned firm. Employees become eligible (but are not guaranteed) to participate in the Firm’s equity incentive program beginning one year after their start date.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Eligible dependents include spouse or registered domestic partner and children under 26 years of age. Employees have access to six medical plan options from United Healthcare (PPO) and Kaiser (HMO), dental coverage from Delta Dental, and vision coverage from Vision Service Plan (VSP). Seafarer covers a significant portion of the monthly premium costs. If an employee waives healthcare coverage, Seafarer shares premium savings with the employee.
• Short-term disability insurance coverage provided to employees at no cost.
• Paid holidays: the Firm follows the NYSE holiday schedule.
• Paid time off (PTO): 20 days of PTO per year (includes sick leave).
• Paid parental leave.
• Remote work allowance for employees.
• Educational expense reimbursement program.
• Public transit commute reimbursement.

To Apply

Please send your resume, cover letter, and any other relevant documentation for consideration to:

• In the email subject line, include your name and the position title (Investment Operations Analyst).
• After you submit your application, please do not directly contact Seafarer personnel via email, phone, or social media unless you are invited to do so. At any time, you may direct questions to Seafarer Human Resources at [e-mail] .