Portfolio Oversight and Management Support (CLO)

Barings•Charlotte, NC

2d•$75,000 - $115,000

About The Position

At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients. We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities. Barings Global Public Portfolio Services team has an opening for a motivated individual who would like to join our innovative team of financial professionals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in Accounting, Finance, or related business field preferred
Advanced Excel skills preferred.
Strong organizational, analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to effectively summarize findings, both verbally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with the Aladdin tool would be a benefit, Power BI experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Supporting US CLO team within Global Public Portfolio Services in order to meet their main responsibilities including:
Develop significant level of expertise of the holdings, terms, and transactions of multiple portfolios to provide intuitive and proactive oversight of these portfolios specializing in Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs).
Providing regular daily and ad-hoc support to the investment team and institutional clients.
Frequent interaction with the Portfolio Management and Legal teams to address any questions that arise as part of the reporting process.
Overseeing the Service Provider in reconciling portfolio level activity.
Oversight of all aspects of Indenture compliance including.
Monthly review of reconciliation with Trustee’s compliance reporting.
Review of funds’ quarterly distributions.
Assist in preparation of investor reports and requests.
Hypothetical Trade Analysis ensuring compliance.
Respond to numerous ad hoc requests from internal and external clients for additional information.
Act as subject matter expert on the funds/portfolios covered.
Working effectively with third party administrators and internal parties to ensure a high level of service.
Raising service issues as needed and following up on issues to resolution.
Maintaining awareness of CLO Industry, client mandates, portfolio governing documents and regulatory restrictions.
Prepare relevant portfolio reporting as required.
Improve procedures implemented, document manual processes; recommend process changes as appropriate.
System projects and testing undertaken in accordance with agreed project timeframes.
Recommendations made to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of all systems, processes, and procedures, documented and reported to Head of Portfolio Services.

Benefits

Barings offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS
Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Benefits
FINANCIAL WELL-BEING
Highly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company Match
Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent Care
Retirement Health Reimbursement Account
LIFE INSURANCE
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Spouse and Child Life Insurance
TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual Holidays
Paid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)
Short and Long Term Disability Plans
Paid Volunteer Time
OTHER BENEFITS
Education Assistance Program
Charitable Matching Gifts Program
Commuter Reimbursement Program
Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program