Role Overview

Position: Investment Operations AnalystDepartment: WIT

Reporting to: Manager, Investment Operations Location: Washington, D.C.

The Investment Operations Analyst primarily serves to implement the portfolio decisions recommended by the Investment Team. This involves completing documentation related to investments, maintaining accurate records of transactions, and developing a strong working knowledge of the clients and their portfolios. The role also requires a significant amount of both written and oral communication with and coordination between internal and external stakeholders. The work environment is fast-paced, and deadline driven. We will provide on-the-job training for this position.

What you will do

The ideal candidate is engaged and interested in the operational aspects of implementing an investment portfolio and is motivated to support the investment team. Successful Analysts learn quickly, apply acquired knowledge to new situations, and demonstrate strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail. They exhibit excellent organizational skills, proactively complete work, manage time well, have keen attention to detail, and are comfortable communicating with individuals at all levels of tenure.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison between clients, fund managers and administrators, custodian, investment team and internal staff to prepare, execute, and submit all documentation related to investments in client portfolios.
• Review monthly and quarterly performance reports to ensure accuracy. Coordinate with performance reporting group to provide timely and accurate updates and information regarding changes to client portfolios.
• Collect, interpret, and organize information relating to all aspects of client portfolios - including amendments, consent forms, investment and liquidity opportunities and elections, fund updates, and anticipated cash flows - and coordinate with investment team to ensure any necessary actions are taken for client portfolios.
• Proactively support client and portfolio objectives through communication with third-party service providers. Review documentation and maintain correspondence.
• Complete ad hoc reports and requests.
• Utilize manager/custodian websites to monitor client transactions and cash flows.
• Utilize internal and external resources to support client activities.
• Provide administrative support to client teams.
• Maintain awareness of current investment themes and client interests.

Who we are looking for

Qualifications required for your success

• Demonstrated ability to think critically and make informed decisions.
• Proactive attitude, desire to learn, ability to self-direct work, eagerness to contribute to team success.
• Strong analytical and organizational abilities.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a time-sensitive environment and balance competing priorities.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in a customer service environment.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges.
• Professional, focused, and disciplined approach to work responsibilities.
• Experience in Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, and Word

Personal attributes that support your success

• Ability to act as a trusted advisor to principals and colleagues while demonstrating expertise and integrity
• You are helpful, a team player, and show respect while collaborating with others
• You are results oriented and exercise sound judgment in your work
• A lifelong learner, who is inquisitive and solves problems with bold thinking and innovation
• A visionary who plans for the future with imagination and wisdom
• You are dedicated to achieving excellence and work with others to tackle the tasks at hand

All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement, background check and credit check. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States on your first day of work.

Benefits Information

Compensation Range : $82,000 - $103,000

Benefits Information: We offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k)-retirement plan and paid time off.