Custody Operations Associate

The client is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Custody Operations Associate to join the team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a leading specialist custodian and administration services provider, renowned for its innovative automated solutions for managed funds. The successful candidate will have the chance to work collaboratively with colleagues both locally and in Europe, problem-solving and exceeding client expectations.
As a Custody Operations Associate, you will play a crucial role within the team.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Addressing client queries.
• Tracking and processing various financial transactions.
• Working closely with colleagues across different locations to resolve issues.
• Ensuring daily/monthly cash and security reconciliations are completed accurately and on time.
• Addressing clients and fund manager/registries queries in a timely manner.
• Tracking and processing assets, income, rebates, and corporate actions.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues in Europe as well as local registries and fund managers to problem solve.
• Investigating and closing daily/monthly cash and security reconciliation.
• Meeting and exceeding service level agreements in line with client expectations.

Your commitment to meeting service level agreements will contribute significantly to maintaining our client's reputation for excellence.
What you bring:
The ideal Custody Operations Associate brings a wealth of experience from the financial industry, particularly in operations or similar roles. They possess a solid understanding of financial and accounting concepts which they apply effectively in their work. Their communication skills are top-notch, enabling them to interact professionally with clients, fund managers, registries, and colleagues. They thrive under pressure, demonstrating excellent time management skills while maintaining accuracy in their work. Above all, they are a problem solver who proactively identifies issues and suggests viable solutions.
Requirements:

• Minimum two years' experience in the financial industry in operations or a similar role
• Good understanding of financial and accounting concepts
• Effective and professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Sense of urgency and good time management skills
• Problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to identify and suggest solutions
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with accuracy

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Charlotte Nairn on 02 8289 3137 for a confidential discussion.