Team Leader - Corporate Actions at Apex Group

Description

The successful applicant will be expected to manage the corporate actions team, ensuring the input, update and verification of all Corporate Action Events into the current investment systems, updating static data and prices, together with the checking of data loaded across all systems are completed accurately and timeously.

Job specification  

• Updating of the system with all corporate events;
• Verification on a daily basis that all systems have been updated and that the events were processed correctly;
• Input on a regular basis into the update of process documentation changes arising due to changes in Market information, procedures and additional responsibilities allocated from time to time;
• Achieving deliverables against agreed deadlines and managing expectations of clients;
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with external and internal clients;
• Assist Manager and Specialists with ad hoc projects as the need arises;
• Manage the workload of team members;
• Training, guidance and development of team members;
• Standing in as a back-up for colleagues;

Skills Required:

• A Diploma or degree and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in Portfolio administration;
• Preference will be given to applicants who have Asset Management experience, an understanding of Corporate Actions, an understanding of Financial Markets, a proven record of accurate data capture together with attention to detail in a verification capacity. Previous management experience a plus;
• Strong numerical and analytical skills;
• Attention to detail;
• Able & keen to work in a team environment and to contribute to the overall team deliverables;
• Good communication & writing skills;
• Innovator and self-starter with high energy and drive;
• Ability to work under pressure.