Job Opportunity: Junior Fund Operations Analyst – Back Office
Location: Office-Based
Type: Full-Time
Level: Entry-Level (1+ year of experience preferred)
Start Date: Immediate
Are you ready to launch your career in investment fund operations? A growing investment management firm is looking for a Junior Fund Operations Analyst to join its high-performing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to a wide variety of alternative asset classes, including funds of funds, real estate, private credit, and private equity.
This role is essential to the daily operations of the fund management function, covering activities from reconciliations and reporting to cash and trade processing. It offers a challenging and diverse workload, perfect for an ambitious professional looking to make an impact.
🔍 Key Responsibilities
Fund Operations
* Monitor portfolios to ensure alignment with investment strategies and objectives.
* Perform daily reconciliations, trade settlements, and cash management tasks.
* Support the review of fund activity to maintain adequate liquidity for commitments.
* Assist with margin monitoring, swap fixing, fund invoice processing, and NAV oversight.
Trade Execution
* Ensure trade documentation is accurate and compliant with internal procedures.
* Support post-trade reconciliation and settlement follow-up.
* Prepare portfolio data and reports for advisors and investment committees.
Reporting
* Help produce regular internal reports on fund performance and investment activity.
* Assist with the creation of client-facing investment reports.
* Respond to occasional ad hoc reporting requests from various stakeholders.
Process Development
* Contribute to the refinement and automation of internal processes and system workflows.
* Support the implementation of operational improvements and control enhancements.
🎯 Ideal Candidate Profile
* A motivated and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
* Comfortable handling multiple priorities with strong time management and organizational skills.
* Team-oriented with strong communication skills and a proactive approach.
* Technically proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with fund operations tools is a plus.
* Bachelor's degree preferred.
* Minimum of 1 year of industry or relevant experience.
🚀 What’s on Offer
* Direct exposure to complex fund structures and investment strategies.
* A collaborative team environment focused on continuous learning and professional growth.
* The chance to build a solid foundation in fund operations and back-office processes.
* A role that evolves as you do, with opportunities for progression and development.