Contractor, Cash Operations Lead Analyst 1

Overview of Role/Principle Responsibilities
As a Lead Analyst 1 the role holder will be able to handle the most complex issues throughout their lifecycle working with internal and external stakeholders.
The role holder will thrive in a fast-paced environment with an emphasis on meeting tight deadlines. A strong interest in learning and harnessing technology will help you with your role in the organisation.
To act as a mentor and escalation point for the team’s Analysts to support them daily.
Key Responsibilities
Validate and process Custodian dealt FX into internal records ensuring allocation to the correct portfolio
Investigate custodian FX and cash breaks and monitor through timely resolution with reconciliation function and stakeholders and custodians
Process cash flows, fees/expenses, income, reserve cash into internal systems and handling any related queries
Process STIF transactions into internal system
Process and instruct ad hoc FX and clean cash payments to custodians as required and monitoring and reporting on status
Monitor outstanding synthetic FX transactions and liaise with custodians to ensure timely execution and maintain accurate cash positions
Process all client instructions and orders in an accurate and timely manner in line with the instructions or mandate whether directly by the client or through their consultant or administrator.
Confirm the authenticity and completeness of cash and trade instructions received from clients. This can involve verifying client signatures, checking for compliance with organisational and regulatory requirements, and ensuring instruction details are coherent.
Subject Matter Expert (SME) for client instructions and notifications for the Global Client Service team.
Identify, manage and document the handling of all non-standard processes
Provide processing and query support for cash related activity as required
Conduct root cause analysis on issues that arise
Provide administrative support in the task of fund / portfolio management
Meet all deadlines and ensure procedures and controls are fully implemented
Check and approve entries and instructions processed by other team members
Be the first point of escalation for Analysts on BAU matters
Escalate potential problems before they become a risk
Assist Manager to review and update procedures, implement improvements and enforce stringent controls
Review daily, weekly and monthly MI reports, ensuring timely distribution to stakeholders
Spearhead and/or contribute independently to department and Company initiatives and projects
Assist training of staff as required on new and existing processes to ensure all tasks can be covered across the team
Meet the needs of our business partners and internal clients.
Skills and Behaviours Required
Is experienced, independently carries out processes, has responsibility for specific processes and outcomes as well as challenges current processes to ensure continuous development and improvements
Prior experience gained in an operational team supporting cash and FX payments
**Prior experience required in one of the following areas**:
Client Order Management and/or Client Transaction Processing
Complete understanding of the lifecycle of a Client Instruction and Settlement process for both segregated and pooled funds trading
Prior experience working with client directed instructions, specifically Liability Driven Investment mandates, execution only mandates or Local Authority mandates would be beneficial.
Asset Management qualifications i.e. IOC or IMC
Wider experience in Asset Management and understanding of the end to end asset lifecycle.
An expert in your field and a strong mentor to the team’s Analysts
Strong understanding of operational risks and control frameworks
Pay due regard to the interests of our clients and treat them fairly and familiar with FCA compliance requirements, and the principles behind ‘Treating Customers Fairly'
High attention to detail, especially during periods of high volumes due within tight deadlines
Is able to manage competing demands and workloads.
Will work hard, show commitment and “go the extra mile”.
Good at analysing and solving problems with a strong handle on operational risk
Effective in managing your own time with ability to prioritise tasks and delegate appropriately
Open to feedback, receptive to change, challenges status quo and continually looks out for team and self-improvement opportunities on self and on the team
Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills
A strong team player able to develop and manage strong working relationships with global internal departments and external counterparties
Able to adapt to changes quickly and be an advocator of an innovative culture within the team.
We recognise potential, whoever you are
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