Centralized Pricing, Senior Associate
State Street
Centralized Pricing, Senior Associate
Job Description
Why this role is important to usThe Centralized Pricing (CP) team is responsible for supporting fund of hedge fund teams globally in the set-up of securities, maintenance of hedge fund liquidity data and entry of pricing data. You will operate as a senior member of the CP team assisting in the completion of accurate pricing, security set up and liquidity information for fund of funds investments while overseeing associate level tasks and contributing to the development of the team.We're focused on hiring and developing the most talented people in the industry. We look for employees with diverse backgrounds and perspectives who will thrive in an entrepreneurial culture and contribute to our long-term success.What you will be responsible forAs Centralized Pricing Supervisor, Senior Associate you will:Process private equity valuations and resolve private equity valuations related queriesPerform and complete approvals for daily pricing requirementsCoordinate with offshore teams, assist in performance tracking, participate in monthly/quarterly callsDeliver services in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and ensure that assigned work is performed to meet internal standardsResolve routine problems using own initiative and escalate complex issues as neededConduct self-review for completed activities and review completed activities for A2sMaintain relevant documentation for assigned activitiesPerform research and resolution on exception items; escalate unresolved issues to management as neededProactively share new ideas to support process improvement and changes to team processesBuild and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues in all locationsCommunicate effectively with others and seek clarifications where requiredDemonstrate progression of process knowledge and understanding of all relevant functional activities in the teamMaintain professional integrity when dealing with clients and internal business partnersPrimary operational day to day contact for clients as requiredBuild and maintain functional and technical knowledge across disciplines to enable handling the majority of client inquiries at the point of contactSupport client service delivery for operational and risk activitiesIdentify and report all risk and compliance issues, breaches and suspicious activitiesPerform other duties as required.What we value These skills will help you succeed in this roleExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsConfident and decisiveAmbitious and energeticStrong work ethic - flexible and adaptableCan-do attitude with high energySelf-motivated with a passion for learning and growthEducation & Preferred QualificationsCompetent to Expert with a Bachelor’s degree, prefer finance, accounting, economics or business management major 2-4 years of related experience in transfer agency, private equity fund of funds or private equity fund accounting.Experience with People Management is an assetProficient in email managementStrong problem solving and analytical skills Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skillsAbility to communicate with various internal teams to resolve inquiries and understanding when to escalate Candidates must demonstrate initiative, be able to perform well under pressure, and simultaneously handle multiple assignments Excellent administrative and organizational with the proven ability to multi-task and to work efficiently to meet client deliverables Flexibility with working hours during peak processing periods.What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.Discover more at StateStreet.com/careersSalary Range: $51,000 - $84,000 AnnualThe range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.About State StreetAcross the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.Discover more information on jobs at StateStreet.com/careersRead our CEO Statement
Locations
- Ontario, Toronto
Salary
51,000 - 84,000 USD / yearly
Skills Required
- transfer agencyintermediate
- People Management is an assetintermediate
- email managementintermediate
Preferred Qualifications
- Competent to Expert with a Bachelor’s degree, prefer finance, accounting, economics or business management major (degree in business management major)
- 2-4 years of related experience in transfer agency, private equity fund of funds or private equity fund accounting. (experience, 4 years)
- Experience with People Management is an asset (experience)
- Proficient in email management (experience)
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills (experience)
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills (experience)
- Ability to communicate with various internal teams to resolve inquiries and understanding when to escalate (experience)
- Candidates must demonstrate initiative, be able to perform well under pressure, and simultaneously handle multiple assignments (experience)
- Excellent administrative and organizational with the proven ability to multi-task and to work efficiently to meet client deliverables (experience)
- Flexibility with working hours during peak processing periods. (experience)
- Competent to Expert with a Bachelor’s degree, prefer finance, accounting, economics or business management major (degree in business management major)
- 2-4 years of related experience in transfer agency, private equity fund of funds or private equity fund accounting. (experience, 4 years)
- Experience with People Management is an asset (experience)
- Proficient in email management (experience)
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills (experience)
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills (experience)
- Ability to communicate with various internal teams to resolve inquiries and understanding when to escalate (experience)
- Candidates must demonstrate initiative, be able to perform well under pressure, and simultaneously handle multiple assignments (experience)
- Excellent administrative and organizational with the proven ability to multi-task and to work efficiently to meet client deliverables (experience)
- Flexibility with working hours during peak processing periods. (experience)
- What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients. (experience)
- Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential. (experience)
- Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers (experience)
Responsibilities
- As Centralized Pricing Supervisor, Senior Associate you will:
- Process private equity valuations and resolve private equity valuations related queries
- Perform and complete approvals for daily pricing requirements
- Coordinate with offshore teams, assist in performance tracking, participate in monthly/quarterly calls
- Deliver services in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and ensure that assigned work is performed to meet internal standards
- Resolve routine problems using own initiative and escalate complex issues as needed
- Conduct self-review for completed activities and review completed activities for A2s
- Maintain relevant documentation for assigned activities
- Perform research and resolution on exception items; escalate unresolved issues to management as needed
- Proactively share new ideas to support process improvement and changes to team processes
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues in all locations
- Communicate effectively with others and seek clarifications where required
- Demonstrate progression of process knowledge and understanding of all relevant functional activities in the team
- Maintain professional integrity when dealing with clients and internal business partners
- Primary operational day to day contact for clients as required
- Build and maintain functional and technical knowledge across disciplines to enable handling the majority of client inquiries at the point of contact
- Support client service delivery for operational and risk activities
- Identify and report all risk and compliance issues, breaches and suspicious activities
- Perform other duties as required.
- Process private equity valuations and resolve private equity valuations related queries
- Perform and complete approvals for daily pricing requirements
- Coordinate with offshore teams, assist in performance tracking, participate in monthly/quarterly calls
- Deliver services in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and ensure that assigned work is performed to meet internal standards
- Resolve routine problems using own initiative and escalate complex issues as needed
- Conduct self-review for completed activities and review completed activities for A2s
- Maintain relevant documentation for assigned activities
- Perform research and resolution on exception items; escalate unresolved issues to management as needed
- Proactively share new ideas to support process improvement and changes to team processes
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues in all locations
- Communicate effectively with others and seek clarifications where required
- Demonstrate progression of process knowledge and understanding of all relevant functional activities in the team
- Maintain professional integrity when dealing with clients and internal business partners
- Primary operational day to day contact for clients as required
- Build and maintain functional and technical knowledge across disciplines to enable handling the majority of client inquiries at the point of contact
- Support client service delivery for operational and risk activities
- Identify and report all risk and compliance issues, breaches and suspicious activities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Confident and decisive
- Ambitious and energetic
- Strong work ethic - flexible and adaptable
- Can-do attitude with high energy
- Self-motivated with a passion for learning and growth
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Confident and decisive
- Ambitious and energetic
- Strong work ethic - flexible and adaptable
- Can-do attitude with high energy
- Self-motivated with a passion for learning and growth
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