Senior Analyst, Securities Lending Operations

The Vanguard Group • Malvern, PA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Analyst on Vanguard’s Global Securities Lending Operations team, you’ll play a critical role in supporting daily operations, resolving complex issues, and driving process improvements that enhance efficiency and mitigate risk. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with global stakeholders across IMG and the Fund Ecosystem to contribute to the success of Vanguard’s securities lending program. What You’ll Do Lead Operational Excellence: Own execution of day-to-day deliverables and ensure timely, accurate completion of operational tasks. Problem Solve & Innovate: Identify and resolve complex operational issues, provide regional escalation support, and recommend global solutions. Drive Process Improvements: Enhance workflows for fund initiatives, regulatory changes, and reporting requirements. Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with EIG and other Fund Ecosystem teams to deliver actionable insights and value-added solutions. Risk Management: Maintain robust controls, contingency plans, and compliance with operational standards. Project Leadership: Support new product launches, create impact analyses, and contribute to strategic initiatives. Mentor & Develop: Coach less experienced team members and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience in operations, trade support, or financial services.
• Bachelor’s degree (Accounting, Finance, Economics preferred) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to issue resolution.
• Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across global teams.
• Conceptual understanding of securities lending and investment operations; willingness to deepen investment acumen.

Responsibilities

• Lead Operational Excellence: Own execution of day-to-day deliverables and ensure timely, accurate completion of operational tasks.
• Problem Solve & Innovate: Identify and resolve complex operational issues, provide regional escalation support, and recommend global solutions.
• Drive Process Improvements: Enhance workflows for fund initiatives, regulatory changes, and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with EIG and other Fund Ecosystem teams to deliver actionable insights and value-added solutions.
• Risk Management: Maintain robust controls, contingency plans, and compliance with operational standards.
• Project Leadership: Support new product launches, create impact analyses, and contribute to strategic initiatives.
• Mentor & Develop: Coach less experienced team members and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Benefits

• You’ll be part of a dynamic team that sits at the intersection of global investment operations and portfolio management, with exposure to complex processes and opportunities to shape improvements.
• This role offers visibility, growth potential, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on behalf of Vanguard’s Shareholders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees