Investment Operations Analyst

Job Description

Global Atlantic Financial Group is seeking an Investment Operations Analyst to support its $170bn+ in assets. The analyst will focus on supporting various asset classes, including illiquid credit, asset-backed securities, and real assets. This role involves streamlining processes, improving technology solutions, and ensuring operational efficiency.Responsibilities:

• Develop a broad understanding of all asset classes invested in by Global Atlantic.
• Work with the Investment and Ops team to streamline processes in GA Edge.
• Use VBA to create macros and metrics to make daily tasks more efficient.
• Develop a deep understanding of the technology solutions Global Atlantic uses to manage assets, and identify opportunities to improve them.
• Perform position management to account for lifecycle events on assets.
• Identify areas of operational inefficiency and implement improvements.
• Compile and analyze metrics and management reporting.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree with 1-3 years of relevant experience preferred (for recent college graduates, bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or a related field).
• Understanding of Fixed Income asset classes and derivatives instruments.
• Interest in finance/investments, with basic accounting knowledge.
• Interest in operational, accounting, and legal aspects of investments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skill set.
• Ability to work with Portfolio Managers and senior management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Power Point, Word, VBA and Visio experience a plus).

The role offers:

• Opportunity to work with a leading insurance company.
• Exposure to various asset classes.
• A collaborative and fast-paced team environment.