Senior Investment Administrator

The Recruitment Council; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Johannesburg is looking for a dedicated Investment Administrator to join their Investment Operations Department. This high-visibility role involves managing and processing investment transactions, performing account reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulations. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in investment administration and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in investment administration or a similar role within financial services.
• Understanding of South African financial regulations (FICA) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and accurately process all client investment transactions.
• Perform meticulous reconciliations of investment accounts.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and mitigate operational risks.
• Identify opportunities to optimize operational processes.
• Liaise with clients, financial advisors, and third-party providers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Time management

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Word

Elite Wealth

Ease-FICA

Job description

Overview

Are you an expert in investment administration with a passion for precision, compliance, and process optimization?

A leading, high-growth financial services firm specializing in investment operations is seeking a dedicated Investment Administrator to join our client's Investment Operations Department. Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a high-visibility role where your expertise will be essential to the accurate and efficient administration of complex investment portfolios.

If you thrive on ensuring data integrity, managing complex transactions, and optimizing workflows, this is your opportunity to drive operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Portfolio Mastery: Manage and accurately process all client investment transactions, including new investments, redemptions, transfers, and switches, ensuring timeliness.
• Reconciliation & Reporting: Perform meticulous reconciliations of investment accounts, proactively resolve any discrepancies, and prepare accurate reports for clients and management.
• Compliance & Risk: Ensure all activities strictly adhere to internal policies, with a focus on identifying and mitigating operational risks and supporting compliance.
• Process Optimization: Play a key role in optimizing operational processes by identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance system efficiencies.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Provide exceptional support by liaising professionally with clients, financial advisors, and third-party providers to address inquiries promptly.
• Bonus: Some understanding of South African financial regulations (FICA).

Experience and Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in investment administration or a similar role within financial services.
• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.

Technical Skills

• Basic or Intermediate Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word skills.
• Proficiency in reporting systems (e.g., Elite Wealth, Ease-FICA) is a bonus.

Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical thinking are critical for handling complex financial data and resolving discrepancies.
• Must be a team player with strong time management and problem‑solving skills.