Associate, Genesis, Client Trading Operations

MUFG Investor Services•Vancouver, BC

About The Position

MUFG Investor Services is a trusted partner to many of the world’s largest public and private funds, providing asset servicing and operational solutions built for alternatives. With over $1 trillion in client assets under administration, we offer fund administration, banking, payments, fund financing, foreign exchange overlay, corporate and regulatory services, custody, business consulting, and more. Operating from 14 locations worldwide, we help clients mitigate risk, enhance efficiency, and navigate the operational complexities of today’s investment management landscape. As a division of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world’s largest financial institutions with approximately $3 trillion in assets, we combine deep expertise with the strength and stability of a leading financial institution.

Requirements

Post-secondary education/University Degree with a concentration in finance, accounting or related fields
1-2 years of experience working in the fund administration industry with exposure to Client Delivery, Investor Delivery and/or AML/KYC processes
An understanding of fund services practices, such as fund order execution and settlements, various fund structures, fund documentation, investor account opening, and AML/FATCA requirements.
Strong computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office Excel and Adobe PDF.
Ability to discern time-sensitive issues and prioritize appropriately.
Qualities such as attention to detail and being organized are essential.
Ability to multitask and meet established deadlines, in a dynamic work environment
Effective communication skills are required

Nice To Haves

Experience in client trading is desirable.
Working knowledge of SWIFT, including Securities and Payment Swift messages, and experience processing wires is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare and validate trading documentation for capital commitments, subscriptions, redemptions, switches, and transfer trades in line with client and fund requirements.
Compile, examine, and review AML/KYC due-diligence packages for submission to underlying fund administrators.
Process custody trade settlements, including initiating wire instructions and completing verification callbacks.
Monitor and manage trading deadlines to ensure all trades are executed, confirmed, and reconciled accurately and on time.
Maintain full ownership of the end-to-end trade workflow, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
Apply operational controls, follow SOPs, and complete required checklists to meet internal compliance standards.
Liaise professionally with clients, fund administrators, and internal teams to resolve trade-related queries.
Analyze, investigate, and independently resolve discrepancies or exceptions raised by external or internal stakeholders.
Provide timely responses to operational inquiries and maintain thorough documentation and communication records.
Identify risks, control gaps, and efficiency opportunities to support continuous process and workflow improvement.
Participate in system improvement initiatives.