Client & Fund Servicing Officer - London, United Kingdom - eFinancialCareers

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Description

About Columbia Threadneedle Investments

What working at Columbia Threadneedle offers....

Working at Columbia Threadneedle Investments you'll find the promise we make to our clients is the same one we make to our employees
:Your success is our priority.

Here, you'll find growth and career opportunities across all of our businesses. We're intentionally built to help you succeed. Our reach is expansive with a global team of 2,000 people working together. Our expertise is diverse with more than 450 investmentprofessionals sharing global perspectives across all major asset classes and markets.

Our clients have access to a broad array of investment strategies, and we have the capability to create bespoke solutions matched to clients' specific requirements.

Columbia Threadneedle is a people business and we recognise that our success is due to our talented people, who bring diversity of thought, complementary skills and capabilities.

We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace that supports the diversityof our employees and reflects our broader communities and client-base.

We appreciate that work-life balance is an important factor for many when considering their next move so please discuss any flexible working requirements directly with your recruiter.

Job Purpose Statement
Where you'll fit in & what our team goals are...

Your role will contribute to the entire Dutch client data flow process with responsibility for the setup of NL clients and NL-in house funds in the appropriate ledger/account.

You will also support the Company's Client Management function in the day to daymanagement of client relationships.

Role Responsibilities

How you'll spend your time
:

Ensure all the required AIFMD Depositary information is available for monitoring on behalf of the NL Pool Board
Process AML, KYC and services documentation for prospective NL clients and NL inhouse funds upon instruction of NL Client Management (including Salesforce pass and confirmation of FATCA/CRS status) and ongoing maintenance of this documentation
Prepare, document and process the US FATCA registration for the NL inhouse funds
Prepare, monitor and deliver accurate and complete information regarding NAVs/Tax Reclaims/ monthly Participant Register of the NL inhouse funds (including accrual of payables and receivables)
Responsible for the setup in the investment book of records and the accounting book of records including the coordination and implementation in regards to all transitions for NL clients and NLin house funds in the appropriate ledger/account
Responsible for monitoring the outsourced stock and cash reconciliation to State Street Middle Office and escalate / intervene if required
Responsible for interacting with Depositary of State Street and report internally the challenges
Responsible for maintenance of data flows between and related communication with State Street Middle Office, external asset managers, custodians and other 3rd party service providers (such as nonState Street collateral managers)
Provide State Street Custody (as well as external fund managers) with required tax documentation and monitor timely filing and receipt of tax reclaims for the NL inhouse funds
Various month end activities

Support the NL Client Management function in the day to day management of client relationships

Deal with client queries and contribute to RFP process
Provide cover, as appropriate, for the responsibilities of other team members

Professional Development

Contribute to the maintenance of an effective Enterprise Compliance Program (ECP)
Contribute to the design, implementation and maintenance of the Client Services team's Operating Group Compliance Program (OGCP)
Participating and providing training internally and externally to the team
Identifying your own training and development needs taking appropriate opportunities for onthejob, formal training & participation in forums
Training new recruits and ensuring their compliance with laid down procedures
Keep up to date with changes in legislation, regulations, market practice / market demand and investment products; evaluate their impact on the department and job requirements; and deliver appropriate business responses

Management Information & Team Profile:

Produce/ maintain agreed Management Information (MI) contributing to team weekly reporting processes and cycles
Improve team working practices and procedures on an ongoing basis (including the use of checklists)
Ensure that you keep all procedures applicable to your tasks and responsibilities uptodate and available to all stakeholders
Report upwards ALL incidents/errors, unusual items, and data concerns as they arise
Ensure that systems "owned" and used are all appropriately secured and used in accordance with departmental procedures
Responsible for coordinating, managing and or resolving internally or externally raised noninvestment related queries or errors relating to Dutch client issues
Ensure that all data input and changes to existing documents and procedures are supported by a four eye check
Create awareness and understanding of the State Street Rate Card and when to be applied

Key Capabilities

To be successful in this role you will have
:

Solid relevant experience at an asset management company or custodian
High level of knowledge of investment practices and terminology
Understanding of intention of mandate types and restrictions
Knowledge of regulatory requirements
Excellent knowledge of AML, KYC and services documents
Excellent numeracy skills
Ability to communicate effectively at their level with supplier & Client Management staff