Client Services Contractors/Interns

State Street•Toronto, ON

3d•$50,000 - $75,500•Onsite

About The Position

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 administration and 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.

Requirements

Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize assignments under tight deadlines.
Attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills in both verbal and written forms.
Ability to work as a team player.
Ability to prioritize assignments under tight deadlines.
Solid understanding of operational functions within both custody and fund accounting.
Bachelor’s degree with business related coursework or equivalent.
B.S. degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
1-2 year of related custody and/ or fund accounting experience preferred.
Knowledge of securities markets, language and products as well as legal and regulatory requirements.
Working knowledge of MS Office applications, and spreadsheet proficiency.
Full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment (subject to human rights accommodations)

Responsibilities

Respond in a timely manner to inquiries from external and internal clients.
Perform assigned daily operations and processes.
Assist with Account Administration including account openings, billing set up, tax reclaims/tax documentation, market openings/exits/updates, security registration/system access/ID administration.
Assist with online support for various client-facing applications.
Ensure timely and accurate production of client-customized reporting and collects data and produces customer report cards.
Assist with data collection for risk/compliance reporting.
Respond in a timely manner to inquiries from operational COEs, BU Shared Services and BU Accounting Operations.
Elevate unresolved issues/problems to manager/officer.
May monitor and review daily work of Associates to ensure accurate and timely execution.
Provide on the job training to new staff and assists new staff with attainment of understanding of job responsibilities.
During the course of normal day to day operation, responsible for identifying any unusual or potentially suspicious transaction activity and must report and/or escalate in accordance with corporate policy and guidelines detailed in relevant operating procedures.
Other duties as assigned.