Operations Generalist

Pzena Investment Management, LLC is a registered investment adviser managing approximately $90 billion in global equity assets. As an Operations Generalist, you will gain exposure to all aspects of the operations department and work closely with various teams to contribute to the firm’s business goals.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate books & records through detailed reconciliation of client portfolios so we can properly implement our investment strategy
• Help retain clients by providing excellent client service through effective client reporting and communication
• Provide superior administrative support to Operations Management to allow them to effectively focus on strategic business needs
• Support internal personnel with operational inquiries to achieve company goals of excellence
• Work as an engaged member of the Operations Department to fulfill the business goals
• Daily reconciliation of cash and transactions for domestic and multi-currency portfolios using Gresham Control for IM
• Monthly reconciliation of cash, transactions, holdings and accrued income for domestic and multi-currency portfolios
• Communicate with custodian banks to resolve discrepancies
• Post and check client cash flows
• All reconciliations performed using Gresham Technologies’ automated system
• Maintain important operations databases and documents
• Electronically file documents for the team
• Compile trade blotters and assist with internal/external audits
• Ensure accuracy of client contact database
• Compile daily and weekly reports
• Track progress on department goals for Executive Committee meetings and presentations
• Ad hoc projects assisting all areas of Operations
• Effectively respond to all client inquiries using all internal resources available
• Maintain focus on client satisfaction during all forms of communication
• Meet all scheduled and unscheduled reporting requirements
• Manage reporting inbox and confirm reporting deadlines are met

Skills

• Bachelor's degree
• Interest in learning the operations process at an investment manager
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
• 0-1 years of experience within investment management
• Experience with equity pricing and performance

Benefits

• Additional health cover
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Pension
• Firm contributions to causes important to our employees through firm Charitable Giving and Charitable Matching programs
• Mentorship Program
• Lunch & Learns
• Sponsoring workgroups and committees to recommend business improvements
• Team building activities in local offices and as a global firm including social events
• Holiday events
• Monthly birthday parties
• Pizza Thursdays
• Recharging with healthy snacks

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