We are seeking a talented and dynamic individual who possesses a thirst for knowledge and excels in high-pressure environments. The position will offer a fast-paced and intellectually challenging work environment that offers varied exposure to public and private markets and a high level of responsibility.
One of the key tasks is production of fair value recommendations in case of market dislocation events and for hard to value securities, including company specific circumstances leading to an absence of market prices. Ability to form an independent view on instrument pricing and acting as subject matter expert for valuation and pricing related topics within Asset Management are key for this role.
Global Operating Platform
Our Global Operating Platform utilises global hubs to work in a consistent and continuous manner to best service our clients' needs in Transaction Operations, Accounting and Performance, Reporting Operations, and Data Management.
The Data Management team covers four key operational data sets, Client & Portfolio (C&P), Securities and Reference Data, Index/Benchmark and Pricing. The group is responsible for the timely and accurate delivery of data to facilitate the Investment and client reporting processes .
What you'll do
Provide fair value pricing and support to key clients on a daily basis
Ensure completeness and accuracy of pricing data for key clients
Provide analysis and valuation proposals for instruments requiring Fair Valuation
Provide analysis and valuation proposals for market adjustment during market dislocation events
Build strong relationships with investment teams and internal stakeholders on valuation matters
Provide analysis, MI and supporting documentation for oversight committees
Analyse data inputs and collate opinion from investors on valuation uncertainty
Key contact point for external client queries
Secretariat for the Pricing Committee
Provide clear and accurate minutes of the client and Pricing Committee meetings and follow up on actions
Maintain a log of all fair value decisions that have been issued by the Pricing Committees and applied by the various pricing units in Schroders
Ensure all Schroder Pricing Committee's documentation is updated centrally and accurately/timely
Ensure compliance with the global instrument pricing policy
Review pricing issues and prepare review/summary documentation for the pricing committee
Stay ahead of industry trends, monitor market events, and assess the impact on valuation requirements
Support special projects within your area of responsibility
Oversee on boarding of new instruments from a valuation perspective
Oversee client transitions from a valuation perspective
The knowledge, experience and qualifications you need
Degree in a relevant discipline such as business, finance or accounting
Substantial previous pricing/valuation experience
Profound experience and knowledge of the instrument Pricing and Valuation methods
Good written and verbal communication skills - You will be conversing with many stakeholders, across various Schroders departments.
Experience using Data Vendors i.e. Capital IQ, Bloomberg, Refinitiv Eikon, ICE (IDC)
Strong knowledge of OTC derivative products including valuation methodologies
The knowledge, experience and qualifications that will help
Further education in Finance (e.g. CIIA, CFA, Investment Management, M&A, CA) is of an advantage
Experience in Excel formulas, macros, VBA, Power Query, SQL
Experience of MEDM, Aladdin, T24 applications
Previous experience of modelling OTC valuations
Experience of working on projects with a substantial data component
What you'll be like
Organised
Enthusiastic and committed
Analytical and numerical
Excellent attention to detail
Focus on quality and delivery
Ability to prioritise and willing to work flexible hours when necessary
Ability to work well in a team
Able to work on own initiative and under pressure
Credible communicator with a senior audience
We recognise potential, whoever you are
Our purpose is to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. Diversity of thought facilitated by an inclusive culture will allow us to make better decisions and better achieve our purpose. This is why inclusion and diversity are a strategic priority for us and why we are an equal opportunities employer: you are welcome here regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background or any other protected characteristics
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