Investment Operations Associate

San Manuel Band of Mission Indians • Irvine, CA

3d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Chief Investment Officer, the Investment Operations and Administration Associate manages operational and administrative elements of investments in the San Manuel Sovereign Wealth Fund. The role coordinates with the Fund custodian and Tribal Finance, facilitates documentation, reporting, and capital flows, and supports preparation of reports to the Investment Board.

The successful candidate supports investment operations and Fund management with a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, and ethical conduct. This position requires the ability to handle time-sensitive work, manage multiple assignments and deadlines, and contribute to the improvement of department processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with studies in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business; an equivalent combination of education and progressive, relevant, direct experience may be considered.
• At least three years assisting in the administration of an institutional investment portfolio; an equivalent combination of education and progressive, relevant, direct experience may be considered.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), and the ability to learn and efficiently use web-based systems such as custodial systems.
• Ability to work in a time-sensitive environment, be proactive, and handle confidential material.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong research and problem-solving skills.
• Strong critical-thinking skills, intellectual curiosity, and a desire to take on greater responsibilities and leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines for short-, long-, and ad-hoc assignments.
• Commitment to exceptional quality, the highest ethical standards, and the vision to enhance and further develop San Manuel’s portfolio.
• Enrollment in or a plan to enroll in a CFA or CAIA program.
• May be required, at the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, to obtain and maintain a gaming license.
• Must successfully pass pre-employment and annual post-employment background investigations, including Live-Scan fingerprinting, drug screening, and criminal history checks.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as determined by the insurance carrier.

Nice To Haves

• MBA, MFE, or other master’s degree.
• CFA Charterholder or CAIA designation.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly reconciliation of investment flows and balances in coordination with the custodian and Tribal Finance, supporting performance reporting and the dynamic pacing model.
• Lead quarterly performance reporting processes, coordinating with the custodian and external consultant for reporting to the Investment Board.
• Facilitate setup and funding of new investments, coordinating documentation with investment managers, internal and external counsel, the custodian, and internal approval processes.
• Coordinate funding to investment managers, including capital calls, and distributions from investment managers with the custodian, Tribal Finance, and internal approval processes.
• Facilitate the exit of terminated investment managers or managers with funds in wind down, coordinating with investment managers, the custodian, and internal approval processes.
• Develop Excel templates to improve and enhance Investment Staff processes and procedures related to investment operations, administration, and Fund management.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level