Investment Administrator

Isle of Man
Contract
Our client seeks an Investment Administrator to join their team on a 3-6 month contract.
 
Role Profile:
Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Fund Administration, the role undertakes investment-related activities that may include dealing, stock transfers, settlements and reconciliations to the highest standards and to a high level of accuracy. There may be some elements of fund administration and/or unit pricing also.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • All aspects of investment administration, including  fund dealing, stock transfers, settlements and corporate actions.
  • Assist in the pricing and administration of a range of internal life funds;
  • Maintain records and complete fund document reviews to support production of fund factsheets;
  • Actively support elements of project work relating to new business or internal projects.
  • Where applicable, completion of regular cash and asset reconciliations, investigating and resolving items promptly
  • Investigate and resolve investment-related enquiries;
  • Ensure records are maintained in alignment with agreed policies and are available upon request for inspection by internal or external auditors;
  • Acquire and maintain practical knowledge of procedures, processes and systems within the department and develop technical knowledge of unit pricing, fund administration and reconciliation processes;
  • Identify and mitigate of all risks and key areas of development at individual level and suggest plans to improve operational efficiency;
  • Engage with the implementation of investment-related changes ensuring developments are introduced in a controlled manner;
  • Support and encourage teamwork and co-operation with all clients (internal and external) within the business and especially within your team
 
Key Skills and Experience:
  • Experience in investment administration, dealing or funds focused role, preferably within a life insurance industry but not essential;
  • CISI IOC (formerly CISI IAQ) or equivalent qualifications would be an advantage but relevant experience acceptable;
  • Knowledge of workflow planning, task management and delivery skills;
  • Essential to have a proactive and cooperative approach to actively collaborate with other business functions;
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of applications;
  • Team player who is analytical, energetic and passionate with a positive attitude;
  • Self-motivated and able to find innovative, practical solutions to challenges as part of a collaborative team;
  • Good organisation and time management skills with good attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines within a fast-paced environment;
  • Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Comfortable working with all levels of key stakeholders (executives, directors, clients and third-party providers) with confidence to constructively challenge where necessary; and
  • Be both flexible and adaptable to a constantly changing environment, while having the ability to prioritise work efficiently and effectively.
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