Team Lead Investment Operations (Asset Management Firm)
iRecruiters Africa
Lagos, Lagos State
Permanent
Full-time
1 month ago
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Job Description:About Company: Our client is the Asset Management arm of an international investment group in Africa.The company is seeking to hire an experienced Team Lead Investment Operations, that will be responsible for leading the process of ensuring transactions are settled and completed and that all documentation is in place and properly stored.Key Responsibilities:Preparation of duly approved account opening correspondence for registered clients onboarding on the banking platformPrompt settlement of all Fixed Income trades on the settlement platformEnsuring all transactions are processed within cut-off time accurately, efficiently while exercising due diligenceDaily reconciliation of trade settlements and related transactionsTimely investigation and rectification of pending or unsettled transactions. Constant review of processes, procedures, and systems for improvement.Management of failed and late settled transactionsWeekly data analysis of transactions status done via the app for management assessmentFollowing up with banks and clients for any mismatched instruction and delayed trade settlement.Responding to client’s/bank’s queries.Following up with banks for pending {not settled} trades.Processing of Treasury Bills and Bond TransactionsFixed Deposit investment processingRequirementsFirst degree preferably in Accounting or FinanceAt least 7 years’ experience in a similar function for an asset management businessStrong proficiency in the use of relevant line of business solutions and MS Excel toolsDeep understanding of various capital market instruments, including equities, fixed income, derivatives, and alternative investments.Able to analyze the risk-return profiles of different asset classes and their suitability for specific portfolios.Proficiency in calculating asset types, including derivatives and structured products.Expertise in handling intricate trade charges and expenses for accurate portfolio accounting.Ability to conduct comprehensive financial analysis, including ratio analysis, cash flow projections, and risk assessments.Ability to lead an investment operations team and to think and act independently.Outstanding written and oral communication skillsQuick learner, comfortable dealing with ambiguous and fluid situationsIndependent, excellent attention to detail and organizational skillsSuperior analytical & critical thinking skills; ability to make good decisions when faced with complex dataHigh level of passion, integrity, creativity, inquisitiveness and self confidenceBenefitsHighly Attractive + Other benefits
