Portfolio Services Analyst, Senior Associate - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - eFinancialCareers

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2 weeks ago

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Who we are looking for:

State Street Alpha is responsible for outsource service provision through leading edge technology and services for its clients.

SSC has demonstrated excellent success in recent times with major client wins covering in excess of 10 locations worldwide, includingUK, Europe, India and USA, for the outsource arrangements of Fund Accounting and Investment Operations.

SSC are increasing its talent to support the planning, development and roll-out of the Enterprise project within the Investment Operations arena and requirekeen and experienced investment operations business professionals to play a key role in the delivery of a successful solution.

Why this role is important to us:
The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Services (SSGS). SSGS gives asset owners and managers access to the essential financial tools they need to deliver effective investment solutions.

From core custody, accounting, fund administrationand shareholder recordkeeping, to complete operations solutions and servicing for alternative assets like OTC derivatives, private equity and real estate, SSGS' tools help our clients make better investment choices and act on growth opportunities.

Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for:

As Portfolio Services Analyst you will:

Using provided tools, review accounts for issues associated with Portfolio Health.
Provide support to the Portfolio Manager on operational issues, provide command and control over inquiries, escalations and activities directly supporting the Front Office.
Act as the escalation contact for Client Middle Office Teams on more complex queries / issues / breaks requiring end to end portfolio services support.
For assigned accounts process month end close functions (validate and signoff on balances, review for nonbase balances).
Identify data or accounts trends for discussion in group meetings.
Interact with all Operation teams (Accounting, Corporate Actions, Trading, Performance)
Build cooperative and professional internal/external relationships achieving group and client goals. Utilize all available resources throughout SSC.
Cover various management functions and desk coverage when necessary.
Interact with clients and be prepared to represent the Cash Admin team in front of a client.
Prepare oversight reports for audit where applicable.
Take ownership of issues to resolution, engage teams as needed to gain consensus.

What we value:

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

Middle office and Front office ops knowledge

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

Relevant degree in finance
23 years experience
SQL knowledge
CRD knowledge is a plus

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries,we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks.
You'll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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