Fund Dealing Analyst 2 in Horsham

Who we’re looking for

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Fund Dealing Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the timely and accurate execution of fund orders. You will troubleshoot issues and ensure the smooth implementation of investment strategies across various funds and portfolios, where your attention to detail and commitment to meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment will be vital.

We value individuals who have a strong interest in continuous learning and leveraging technology to excel in their roles and streamline processes. You will be flexible, creative and curious enough to take on a challenge, rather than tick off set tasks on a to-do list. As a key part of the team, we expect you to embody and champion the Schroders values of integrity, passion, innovation, teamwork, and striving for excellence.

About Schroders

We’re a global investment manager. We help institutions, intermediaries and individuals around the world invest money to meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future.

We have around 6,000 people on six continents. And we’ve been around for over 200 years but keep adapting as society and technology changes. What doesn’t change is our commitment to helping our clients, and society, prosper.

The base

At Schroders, we’re known for doing things differently. That’s why we’re building a home for the ambitious in Horsham, West Sussex. You’ll get the all the benefits of being part of a world-leading FTSE 100 company. But you’ll also get the support of being part of a genuine local community. If you’re looking for opportunities that match your ambitions, you’ll find them right here in Horsham.

What you’ll do

• Place fund subscriptions, redemptions, and switches in a timely manner, including Third Party Custody and Private Unit Trust orders.
• Understand and complete Hedge Fund subscription as well as Limited Partnership documents independently.
• Monitor pending fund orders, follow up on outstanding trades, and resolve settlement issues with counterparties.
• Control incoming and outgoing fund payments, providing accurate payment instructions to the internal payment department.
• Resolve dealing-related inquiries promptly and double-check incoming orders to prevent financial risk.
• Collaborate with the cash reconciliation and trade processing teams to resolve any cash and stock breaks originating from Fund Execution orders, providing regular updates throughout.
• Ensure immediate attention is given to placement errors, eliminating the possibility of greater loss and market exposure.
• Proactively manage client and stakeholder queries, maintaining quality and timely communication.
• Utilise department controls and procedures honestly and effectively, taking steps to escalate potential problems in a timely manner.
• Suggest ideas to save time and cost, reduce risk, and improve service quality.
• Collaborate with others to help build a positive and supportive working environment.
• Prioritise workload according to risk or deadlines and contribute to departmental and company initiatives and projects.
• Ensure all procedure guides are kept up to date and stored in the correct location.

The knowledge, experience and qualifications you need

• Several years of experience in Fund Execution.
• Strong aptitudes for numeracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced office environment.
• Good at analysing and solving problem with a strong handle on operational risk.
• Pro-active and effective in managing your own time with ability to prioritise tasks appropriately.
• Open to feedback, receptive to change, challenges existing processes and continually looks out for team and self-improvement opportunities.
• Proficient in basic software notably Excel.

We recognise potential, whoever you are

Our purpose is to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. Diversity of thought facilitated by an inclusive culture will allow us to make better decisions and better achieve our purpose. This is why inclusion and diversity are a strategic priority for us and why we are an equal opportunities employer: you are welcome here regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background or any other protected characteristics.