Western Cape: Operations Analyst posted by Conova (PTY) LTD

On the investment side:

• Support the implementation process for portfolio rebalances and reallocations.
• Support the management of the daily cash flow allocation processing, pre- and post-trade compliance, trade execution processing, and cash and position reconciliation.
• Support the management of maintaining model portfolios on the various platforms.
• Support the production of daily, monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc reporting

On the operational side:

• Build and maintain process and procedure documentation for all operational processes, including trading policies.
• Monthly pricing recon for the local and global fund solutions
• Support the onboarding process for service providers.
• Maintain investment and operational tools and databases.
• Take ownership of internal and external queries, ensuring timely resolution
• Produce, review, and distribute monthly and quarterly fund factsheets, ensuring data accuracy and timely release.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining client reports and ad hoc portfolio information requests
• Contribute to the preparation of board packs for investment committee and board meetings.
• Liaise with internal compliance teams and external regulators/auditors as required
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver excellent service, maintain strong relationships with service providers, and continuously improve operational processes to reduce risk and enhance efficiency.

On the compliance side:

• Coordinate materials for board and committee meetings, ensuring accuracy and professionalism.
• Participate in system/process enhancement projects to drive efficiency in operations and reporting.
• Support ad hoc projects related to regulatory change, new fund launches, or operational improvements.
• Support ongoing mandate compliance monitoring, ensuring portfolios remain within agreed investment guidelines.
• Perform daily and periodic trading compliance checks, escalating breaches or exceptions promptly.

Requirements:

• Relevant BCom (Investments) or BSc degree in Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field (required)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Experience with Morningstar Direct
• Solid understanding of the South African investment and platform landscape
• Proven experience in Investment Operations or Fund Administration
• Knowledge of industry rules and regulations
• Logical thinker with strong problem-solving ability
• Able to work under pressure, multi-task and deliver required output on time
• A dynamic, proactive team player with a positive attitude and a passion for the financial services industry
• Good English skills are required; other languages skills are desirable