Senior Investment Operations Analyst

Buscojobs; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000

Job description

How will you make an impact? Are you passionate about making a positive impact to our members' dignified retirement? As a Senior Investment Operations Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in achieving efficient and effective investment outcomes for Hostplus members. By partnering with the Investment Strategy Team and our Asset Consultant, you will ensure seamless investment implementation and independently administer the investment portfolio.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Analysing and reporting quality data for informed investment decision-making.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Managing the liquidity needs of Hostplus.
• Checking daily option unit prices.
• Reconciling and analysing investment management fees and capital calls.
• Preparing various investment-related reports for the Audit Committee.
• Monitoring and managing the fund’s cash flow and liquidity levels.
• Assisting with APRA reporting and ensuring compliance with legal and market access documentation.
• Providing support across all asset classes and functions.
• Guiding and mentoring junior colleagues.
• Reviewing the work of team members.
• Evaluating current procedures to identify areas for improvement.
• Preparing investment and asset class analytics.
• Assisting with regulatory reporting such as Portfolio Holdings Disclosure obligations.

About you:

You will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in investment operations, with strong knowledge of investments, risk management, and compliance. Your excellent verbal and written communication skills will enable you to manage internal and external customers effectively. You will demonstrate a high attention to accuracy and detail, and have the proven ability to identify, analyse, and resolve complex issues efficiently. Your in-depth understanding of the superannuation environment will be crucial, along with your ability to apply deep research to develop solutions. You will hold tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline such as science, economics, engineering, finance, or investment management. Additionally, post-graduate qualifications through relevant finance industry bodies (e.g., CFA, FINSIA, IMCA) are preferred. Your commitment to ongoing improvement at both personal and organisational levels will be highly valued.

What can we offer you? Our employees are passionate about what we do and are proud to be part of an organisation which helps everyday Australians achieve a brighter future. We value diversity of thought and have an open and flexible workplace. Some industry leading benefits we offer include:

• Hybrid and flexible work environment
• 15% superannuation
• Additional paid leave over Christmas and New Year
• Additional 5 days paid “flex leave”, so that you can take time out when you need it
• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• 3 days community service leave
• 4 weeks paid gender affirmation leave
• Access to long service leave at 5 years
• Access to subsidised financial advice
• Dedicated per person development budget to support your growth

About us:

At Hostplus, we passionately provide around 2 million members with the best possible service; constantly looking for new ways to deliver better value while helping members get the most out of their super. We are inspired to help our members achieve greater security for their future and ensure they retire with dignity.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion: We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and appreciated for being their authentic selves. We celebrate diversity and believe that different backgrounds and experiences enrich our relationships and bring meaningful benefits to our people, our members, and the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and if you require any adjustments made during the recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to us at [emailprotected] and to let us know how we can support.

How do I apply? If you are interested in this opportunity, please follow the prompts to make an application. We have an important duty to our members; all appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police, Bankruptcy and Insolvency Check.

About the company: Hostplus is the industry superannuation fund for employees in hospitality, tourism, recreation and sport. Join now and get super informed.