Job Description
: This position is responsible for providing operational expertise for global client portfolio trading and rebalancing operations and position maintenance. This position will work with global client relationship managers, portfolio managers, traders, and other shared service associates (legal, risk, compliance, finance, investment fund operations) daily to scale our operation. The primary responsibility of Analyst, Trading and Rebalancing is to provide high quality rebalancing and cash flow implementation services for Russell Investment's global clients. You will be responsible for validating that cash flow instructions are received in good order while ensuring timely and accurate processing of those instructions. The role includes creation of and validation of rebalance activities and implementing transactions within associated systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of all trading activity. You will interact with portfolio management, global client service as well as global operations. Years Of Experience At least 3-5 years previous experience in the financial services industry Qualifications Well organized, self-starter with the ability to analyze information and support the team Must be proficient in MS Office and manage large volumes of email correspondence Strong global business acumen skills Experience in a financial operations or trading environment focused on transaction processing, custody, trust accounting, and related services for trust clients Understanding of asset allocation and rebalancing from an operational and transaction processing perspective Proficiency with spreadsheet applications, data manipulation, database applications Superior communication and people relationships skills, both in writing and person to person College Degree in Accounting, Business Management, Finance, Economics Engineering, Mathematics or equivalent work experience Responsibilities Daily processing of cash flow activities based on client requests and Russell initiated activity; execute daily trading activities, assigned value added activities and other operational services in a timely, complete and accurate manner; work with internal and external parties to investigate questionable values Provide ongoing rebalancing services for global Institutional clients, including periodic (ongoing, monthly, and quarterly) review, calculation, analysis, and execution of asset allocation and rebalancing transactions for Institutional client accounts; escalate complex issues to management as appropriate Maintain and update current procedures, as well as design and draft new procedures relating to operational processes; provide process and/or technical improvement insights in area of operational expertise to improve operating efficiencies; Core Values Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication and collaboration skills with all levels of associates across many cultures Highly resourceful and collaborative team-player, with the ability to also be independently effective and exude initiative and a sense of urgency. Exemplifies our customer-focused, action-oriented, results-driven culture. Forward looking thinker, who actively seeks opportunities, has a desire for continuous learning, and proposes solutions. Ability to act with discretion and maintain complete confidentiality. Dedicated to the firms values of non-negotiable integrity, valuing our people, exceeding client expectations, and embracing intellectual curiosity and rigor
Employement Category:
Employement Type: Full time
Industry: Others
Role Category: Others
Functional Area: Not Applicable
Role/Responsibilies: Analyst, Trading & Rebalancing, Global
Keyskills:
MS Office
Asset Allocation
Rebalancing
Financial Operations
Transaction Processing
Custody
Trust Accounting
Database Applications
Communication Skills
Global Business Acumen