Wealth Operations Analyst I - TD Asset Management

TD•Toronto, ON

5d•CA$59,500 - CA$84,000•Onsite

About The Position

The main responsibility of Operations is to provide a high level of service and professionalism to their internal clients, and if applicable, external clients. Ability to work within strict deadlines, strong problem solving skills, initiative, attention to detail and the ability to make a strong contribution to the team are keys to success. Experience in an investment environment and understanding of basic accounting principles is preferred. Specific to internal clients, the goal of the Trade Support Team is to provide required support and remove as much routine and/or special project work as possible from the Traders and Portfolio Managers providing them with additional time to manage core trading, analytics and portfolio management competencies. As required, the Portfolio Administrators call upon the assistance of each other and other members of the Operations team to satisfy their responsibilities.

Requirements

Knowledge of products and processes used in the institutional investment industry
Strong analytical, logical and organizational skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with deadline driven tasks
Ability to remain focused and resolve issues under pressure and in stressful situations
Strong attention to detail
Advanced computer skills - Excel is a must
Ability to work independently but possess the ability to work effectively within a group with a team focus
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to multi-task to meet deadlines and assist colleagues with same
Commitment to change and ongoing development
Proactive, Self - Motivated, Team Player

Nice To Haves

Experience in an investment environment and understanding of basic accounting principles is preferred.
Enrolment in CFA program would be an asset

Responsibilities

Daily Trade settlements: Fixed Income, Equities, Repos
Investigate/resolve items noted on Daily Failed Trades reports (from Custody)
Trade transmission review/tracking of issues
Coordinate migration activities with stakeholders (in-specie transfers, in-kind donation)
Ensure matching and confirmation of FI and Equity transactions with brokers via CMS
Liaise between Trading, Broker/Dealer, Custody, Fund Accounting to facilitate investigation and resolution of settlement issues
Maintenance of Standard Settlement Instructions (SSIs) in Omgeo's ALERT platform
Risk mitigation and Error reporting
New account and market opening – liaison with custody including global sub-custodians and tax agents, as applicable
Daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, yearly, ad hoc and customized reports
Investigation of reconciliation items/issues
Monitoring Settlements Inbox
Maintenance of EUCs
Process review and updates
Participate in projects
Provide support and back up as required across the Operations team
Work efficiently in a multi-tasked environment and ensure deadlines are met
Be an effective team player and flexible in adjusting to changing work priorities
Participate fully as a member of the team; contribute to a positive work environment, TD Pulse results /action plan
Keep others in the immediate team informed and up-to-date about the status/progress of projects, and all relevant or useful information related to day-to-day activities
Support the team by continuously developing knowledge in own area
Represent team and provide status updates to outside groups
Coverage: Vacation, Health, Canadian holidays