Specialist, Private Fixed Income Operations - Waterloo, Canada - SLC Management

SLC Management

Verified Company

Waterloo, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

SLC Management is a growing global asset management firm providing innovative and diversified investment solutions to institutional investors.

We are breaking new ground with a full spectrum of solutions for a growing institutional client base of more than 1300 organizations.

Our history of organic and strategic growth reflects this commitment with over CA$335/US$260 billion in assets under management (AUM).

As a subsidiary of Sun Life, we are aligned with one of the world's leading financial services companies, and benefit from the stability and strength of that relationship.

We are a performance-driven organization with a deliberate focus on fostering a development-focused, inclusive culture revolving around our Core Values of being
client obsessed,
valuing each other,
acting with speed and
having an owner's mindset.

As part of our team, you play a role in fulfilling our purpose and making a difference.

We offer a rewarding work environment that is filled with opportunity for growth where you will be empowered to meet the challenges of a highly competitive landscape.

Visit our website to learn more and for the most up to date AUM information.

Hybrid Work Model

SLC Management operates in a hybrid environment with a mix of in-office and virtual work where our employees are empowered to do their best.

Generally, employees are expected to work two-three days in-office each week with flexibility depending on their business, client and team needs.

_This is a 24-month contract oppurtunity.__ _**Private Fixed Income (PFI) is a department within the Investment Finance Operations Group at SLC that is responsible for the administration and reporting of all non-public investments and loans to corporations situated in various locations globally. The investment portfolio of approximately $41 billion includes bonds, debentures, limited partnerships, lease securitization and project financing.

The PFI Analyst is part of a team that is responsible for the administration and support of the Global Private Fixed Income Portfolio.

Specifically the team is responsible for the source system setup, funding, income collection, account reconciliation, cash management, security safekeeping, and reporting of the Private Fixed Income assets held in various currencies and across multiple portfolios.

The successful applicant will work closely with the Private Fixed Income Investment team to analyze and determine appropriate system inputs for accurate asset source system setup, maintenance and reporting.

They will fund and maintain transactions in CAD, USD and International currencies i.e.

EUR, AUD and GBP and will deal directly with custodians and external brokers for assets held and settled through a custodian.

The successful applicant will also participate in business system upgrades, projects and other new initiatives as required and actively contribute in process improvement initiatives through the Brighter Way framework.

What will you do?

Collaborate with Investment Front Office Team to process loan fundings including the set up and settlement of transactions in the business system and the disbursement of funds to external parties.
Process income payments and participate in drawing funds from client's bank account.
Investigate and resolve variances found through daily reconciliations.
Resolve issues pertaining to cash movement, wire disbursements and swap mismatches.
Closely monitor and process activity for the three managed funds due to the time sensitivity of these portfolios.
Assist with general operational tasks as required, such as:
Prepare or assist in daily cash projections
Prepare cash transfer requests
Partner closely with team members and various internal areas to execute the deliverables outlined above.

What you need to succeed?

Prior Investment/Financial Services experience
Analytical approach with an eye for detail and aptitude for working with numbers
Ability to manage competing demands in a fastpaced and fluid environment
Excel proficiency ability to create, manipulate and interpret data/spreadsheets; comfortable working with formulas, Vlookups, pivot tables
Organizational skills and ability to prioritize
Strong verbal and written communication skills. Interaction with Investment Financial Management, Canadian Banking, Derivatives, Portfolio and Risk Management
Aptitude for problem solving able to assess situations through analysis and observation and develop supportable solutions
Ability to work well with others with a strong collaborative approach to build and maintain both internal and external relationships
Commitment to continuous process improvement supported by The Brighter Way

Unique requirements:

Certain days during the month/year may not be eligible for vacation days, specifically around monthend, quarterend and year end.
Coverage may be required for Canadian Statutory holidays (on a rotational basis)