We are searching for a dynamic Trading Associate to join our trading team. The trading team executes a high volume of trades in equity, fixed income and option securities for our separately managed accounts, generates and maintains performance data for our clients and strategies and supports the quarterly client reporting process.
In addition, as a Trading Associate you will:
· Coordinate execution and settlement with our custodians and brokers
· Maintain CRM records & conduct data audits
· Assist in back-office responsibilities ranging from forms submissions, voting on corporate actions, data compilation and data reconciliation
· Develop an understanding of insurance products and services, and fixed income products and metrics
· Liaise between client, insurance service provider, and Engineering team
· Create and update advanced Excel models, supporting data analysis and decision making
· Monitor custodial, account and portfolio data and resolve issues and discrepancies
What you will bring
This role is for someone who has genuine interest in the world of wealth management, investments, and financial and insurance markets and is passionate about processes and efficiency.
· Attention to detail, communication, and the ability to handle multiple responsibilities
· 2-4 years of experience working in an investment advisory, asset management or financial services company
· Familiarity with equities and bonds, settlements and money movement
· Strong Excel and math skills
· Willingness to work stock market hours
· Nice to have, but not required:
o Insurance and Fixed Income industry knowledge
o Trade execution experience
o Bond trading experience
o VBA, Python, SQL
