Associate, Investment Operations

• Daily Operations: Conducts day-to-day activities of investment operations functions such as sending/receiving wires, resolving cash and position breaks, supporting the product lifecycle of securities, onboarding trading counterparties, and portfolio KYC.
• Cash Forecasting: Supports daily and monthly cash forecasting and funding of the portfolios.
• Operations and Controls: Manages all aspects of operations and controls, including trade processing, minimizing operational risk, and responding to internal & external inquiries.
• Derivative Operations: Assists in derivative operations by reviewing and investigating settlement issues.
• Relationship Management: Maintains ongoing collaborative working relationships with counterparties, prime brokers, and custodians.
• Process Improvement: Proactively recommends process improvements to current operational procedures.

• Ad-Hoc Projects: Responds to ad hoc projects in addition to day-to-day duties.

Critical Competencies

• Technical Knowledge – Strong technical knowledge of hedge fund middle/back-office operations, fixed-income securities, and financial software.
• Communication – An excellent communicator with the ability to present complex technical information clearly and concisely, using strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Organization & Planning – A natural analytical problem solver who can independently determine and modify their priorities to meet operational requirements and deadlines.
• Operational Excellence – Confidently demonstrates knowledge of ethical standards and control principles, and upholds RPIA's control and service standard.
• Attention to Detail – Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail and the tenacity to go the distance to uphold the quality of the application and its output.
• Integrity and Brand Promotion – A positive professional who upholds the values of the firm, and understands the importance of maintaining/protecting sensitive, confidential information.

• Teamwork – Strong aptitude to motivate team members and encourage a thriving, team-first culture.

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in hedge fund operations;
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field;
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Advanced MS Excel skills, VBA, and Python scripting skills;

• Knowledge of the financial markets, with an emphasis on fixed-income products.

Additional Information:

• Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
• Work Location: Toronto
• To learn more about life at RPIA, visit https://rpia.ca/our-firm/our-culture
• Read our firm’s magazine, Voices of RPIA: https://online.flippingbook.com/view/102868306/

RPIA is proud to be Great Place to Work Certified™. What sets us apart?

• Exceptional single and family benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance plus additional Health Care Spending and Wellness credits.
• Homewood Health Employee and Family Assistance Program supports mental well-being and extends to all family members in your household.
• Opportunities for professional and personal growth through:
• Cross-functional Mentorship Program
• Internally curated Leadership Skills training program
• Community outreach opportunities are organized through our volunteer-led Allyship and Social committees.

RPIA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We believe in the power of diversity of thought, and we aspire to have an inclusive workplace that mirrors the fabric of our community. We strongly encourage applications regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. We are committed to providing an accessible and equitable application and hiring process and will make accommodations should you require it at any point. We encourage you to connect with us at hr@rpia.ca if you require accommodation during the recruitment process.

Our culture is defined by our five core values: excellence, partnership, transparency, integrity, and community. Our clients often say the outstanding service we deliver is as important to them as the returns we achieve for them. With over 100 employees and $12 billion under management for a broad investor base of institutions and private clients, we proudly remain privately owned by employees who invest alongside our clients.