Job Description

As an Operations Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operational processes supporting investment management activities. This role requires a strong understanding of back- and middle-office functions and the ability to collaborate across departments including finance, compliance, technology, and investment teams.

• Lead and coordinate the end-to-end onboarding process with custodians and clients - ensuring every account is opened seamlessly, every interaction professional, and every expectation exceeded.
• Oversee and execute accurate, timely cash and security transfers, keeping our financial operations frictionless and dependable.
• Manage daily trade and position reconciliations, swiftly spotting discrepancies and resolving them with precision and confidence.
• Partner with finance and fund administration teams on NAV calculations, performance attribution, and financial reporting - ensuring our numbers always tell the right story.
• Constantly challenge the status quo. Identify inefficiencies and bring fresh ideas to life through smart process improvements and automation.
• Be a key player in cross-functional projects, from tech upgrades to regulatory rollouts.
• Collaborate with our tech team to shape internal tools, automate workflows, and protect data integrity across systems.
• Guide, mentor, and uplift junior team members—fostering a culture of collaboration, ownership, and excellence.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Engineering or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in an operations or middle-office role within the asset management or financial services industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas, lookups, etc.).
• Experience with VBA for process automation is preferred.
• Familiarity with RPA tools (e.g., UiPath, Blue Prism) is preferred.
• Strong understanding of fund structures (mutual funds, ETFs) and have a working knowledge of various asset classes including equities, fixed income, and alternatives.
• Analytical, resourceful, and meticulous - with a knack for solving problems others might overlook.
• Communicate clearly, confidently, and can simplify the complex when needed.
• Work well both independently and in team settings - capable of juggling multiple priorities without breaking a sweat.

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