Specialist, Retail Portfolio Operations - Jobs in Vancouver, BC

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Retail Portfolio Operations SpecialistConnor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group Ltd.Vancouver, BCWe are looking for a Retail Portfolio Operations Specialist to join our Vancouver-based Investment Resource Group. You will be working in a fast-paced, collaborative and entrepreneurial environment. The ideal candidate is a problem-solver, has the ability to identify process improvements, can analyze data, and sees learning new skills and being a team player as a necessity. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to take the next step with their career in the investment industry.The Retail Portfolio Operations team is a lively and energetic group. You will have the opportunity to work and learn alongside a hardworking and dedicated team in a fun environment. The team is motivated, enjoys challenging each other, and is diverse and unafraid to put in the extra work to get ahead. We rely on collaboration and are always looking to tackle the next challenge.What You’ll Be Doing

• Maintaining and reconciling client portfolio data; this involves connecting with external custodians as well as various areas within CC&L Private Capital Ltd.
• Maintaining systems and data (i.e., portfolio administration system, trade order management system, client reporting system).
• Reconciling cash, holdings and units on a daily basis.
• Responding to ad hoc client portfolio queries from custodians and front office.
• Producing monthly, quarterly and annual client reports for High Net Worth clients.
• Providing support to other teams on performance inquiries related to transactional data.
• Trading pooled funds and monitoring of High Net Worth clients using our Custom Trade Order Management system.
• Coordinating account transfers between various custodians.
• Maintain and implement all model changes for Separately Managed Accounts.
• Assisting with various process enhancement projects for CC&L Private Capital Ltd & CC&L Funds Inc.

What Will Help You Succeed

• Financial Knowledge: Undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or Economics. Completion of the Canadian Securities Course is an asset. Strong computer skills with advanced knowledge of MS Excel. Developed knowledge of investment accounts (RRSP, TFSA, RRIF, etc.).
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail including sorting, filtering, and handling vast amounts of data.
• Problem Solving/Analytical Mind: Proven ability to think logically and problem solve effectively. Demonstrated ability to work efficiently under pressure; dealing with changes and interruptions while maintaining strict deadlines.
• Curiosity for Learning: The desire to learn processes and improve on operational efficiencies.
• Collaborative Communication: You have a collaborative spirit that helps you work well with others and you communicate effectively.
• Interest in Investment Management: At least one year of related working experience, experience in an institutional investment firm, bank or trust company is an asset.

About Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial GroupConnor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group manages approximately $105 billion on behalf of institutional and individual clients. We believe that success in asset management is an outcome of attracting, retaining and motivating the most talented individuals in our industry.This is best achieved by the delivery of:

• A High-Quality Environment: To work with people who we hold in high regard; to enjoy the time that we spend at work; to focus on productive activities without the distraction of politics and bureaucracy; to treat each other with respect.
• An Opportunity to Succeed: To do work that has value and which presents the opportunity for professional growth and development.
• Recognition and Reward: To recognize each person’s contribution and to align compensation with contribution.

Our business comprises eleven institutional investment affiliates that are responsible for investment decision making and client service, as well as distribution affiliates including Connor Clark & Lunn Private Capital, which provides multi-asset class investment solutions and Connor, Clark & Lunn Funds which offers single-strategy investments to individual investors. CC&LFG partners with each of its affiliates by contributing world class operations, product development expertise, broad distribution, and business management. We have grown from $29 billion in assets and 200 people in 2008 to approximately $105 billion in assets and 700 people today and this has been accompanied by a high level of change in technology, types of assets managed, trading activity and geographic growth. As we look forward, we can see both opportunities and challenges for further growth that only reinforce our commitment to attracting, retaining and motivating the most talented people in our industry.CC&L is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or expression, disability, or age.To apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter as one PDF.We thank all applicants in advance, but only those candidates short-listed for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls or recruitment agencies will be accepted.#CC1Quick Apply

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