Fund Operations Specialist

Orbis Corporation•Vancouver, BC

1d•CA$55,000 - CA$65,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a bright and driven individual to join our Fund Operations team based in Burnaby. The primary goals of the team are to: Ensure the safe custody and timely settlement of assets into the Orbis funds. Facilitate investment decision-making and trading efficiency by providing timely and accurate information (i.e. trade posting, collateral management, corporate actions, and security data maintenance). Initially, this role will primarily be focused on custody, settlement, and asset servicing. In time, there will be opportunity to take on additional responsibilities.

Requirements

High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Ability to articulate yourself clearly with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and adapt in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
Collaborative team player with a focus on building strong relationships.
Undergraduate degree with a proven track record of academic achievement and continuous improvement.
3-5 years of professional experience with a proven track record of success and progression (this can include internships and/or placements).

Nice To Haves

Those with a keen interest in the capital markets will find that this role offers you with unique insights into how these operate.
Prior experience in financial services is not mandatory; however, a keen interest in the investment industry is an asset.

Responsibilities

Monitoring and posting of equity, fixed-Income, FX, futures trades.
Maintaining oversight and working with Citibank, as our Custodian, Middle Office service provider and Collateral Manager, to ensure timely settlement/clearing of trades.
Dealing with post trade activities such as the posting of corporate actions and dividends.
Setup of new broker relationships as requested by trading and legal.
Maintaining complete and accurate standing data for securities in the securities database.
Interaction with trading and provision of trading support services.
Providing support for analyst paper portfolios.
Error tracking and measuring team performance against key performance indicators.
Manage small and large-scale projects aimed at improving and streamlining business processes.