Associate, Investment Operations | Asset-Based Finance | PGIM Alternative Investments( Hybrid/ Newark, NJ)

Prudential Financial•Newark, NJ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate, Investment Operations will support PGIM’s Alternative Investment Operations platform, providing operational oversight across Asset Based Finance (ABF) and Residential Mortgage Whole Loan strategies. The role supports critical activities throughout the investment lifecycle, including deal onboarding, trade settlement, funding, asset servicing, and secondary-market trading. It involves extensive collaboration with Portfolio Management, Deal Teams, Legal, Fund Management, counterparties, custodians, trustees, and agent banks to ensure accurate, timely transaction execution and ongoing portfolio support. The position is based in Newark, New Jersey, and follows a hybrid schedule with three days in the office. Employees may work remotely or from the office as task demands or personal preferences require; in-office work is encouraged for tasks requiring substantial collaboration.

Requirements

5–7 years of experience in financial services.
Experience supporting Asset Based Finance, Residential Mortgage Loans, Private Credit, or restructures.
Intermediate or advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Ability to independently research issues, evaluate information, develop effective solutions, exercise sound judgment, and appropriately escalate complex matters.
Strong work ethic, honesty, integrity, interpersonal skills, and communication skills.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline preferred; all majors considered.
Experience interpreting Credit Agreements and Purchase Agreements.
Experience working with Transfer Agents.
Experience settling Delayed Draw Term Loans (DDTL) and Revolvers and instructing or settling DWAC, DRS, FOP, and physical bonds or equities.
Experience with Aladdin, Aladdin Loan Manager, or other loan servicing platforms.

Responsibilities

Facilitate deal execution in coordination with deal teams, counsel, fund management, and other internal and external stakeholders.
Capture and maintain primary- and secondary-market trading activity in the Order Management System (OMS), ensuring accurate and timely IBOR positions and records.
Manage end-to-end wire payment processes for deal funding and settlement, following operational controls.
Coordinate and execute private asset transfers.
Manage daily production, including cash forecasting and positioning.
Research and resolve cash and position breaks with internal and external stakeholders.
Prepare and distribute recurring and ad hoc reports to support business, operational, and management decision-making.
Identify and implement process improvement and automation opportunities to increase operational efficiency, strengthen controls, and support business growth.

Benefits

Market-competitive base salary with yearly bonus potential.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Disability insurance.
Paid Time Off (PTO) and leaves of absence, including parental and military leave.
401(k) plan with company match up to 4%.
Company-funded pension plan.
Wellness programs, including up to $1,600 per year in reimbursement for items purchased to support personal well-being.
Work/Life Resources covering parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
Education Benefit to help finance approved traditional college enrollment and accredited certificate programs.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan, allowing eligible shares to be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices at the beginning or end of the purchase period.
Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to program rules and relevant factors including individual and organizational performance.