Analyst - Middle Office Credit

Overview

Analyst role in Apex Group's Middle Office Credit team, covering asset administration, cash and position reconciliation, and support to the Middle Office Manager for CLO, CDO and credit fund operations.

What you'll do

• Perform and coordinate asset administration duties, including asset setup and maintenance and reconciliation.
• Liaise with 3rd party brokers, custodians and agents.
• Process agent notices and corporate actions.
• Enter and settle trades as required.
• Prepare and assist with reports required by internal teams.
• Prepare daily reconciliation of cash transactions.
• Prepare daily reconciliation of Apex/client positions.
• Ensure aged breaks (over 7 days) are addressed and escalated.
• Process and reconcile data in various systems.
• Actively research discrepancies with various agents and internal teams.
• Ensure all reporting is issued within required timeframes.
• Provide support for assigning duties and work delegation to the Middle Office Manager.
• Roll out training and development plans to direct reports and new joiners.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

What you'll need

• Degree in Accounting/Finance, or a relevant qualification.
• 3+ years' experience working in loan administration operations.
• Extensive knowledge of CLOs/CDOs/Credit Funds.
• Understanding or knowledge of various security types, including Private Debt, Syndicated Loans, Bonds, Equities, Futures, CDS, CDS Indices, Forwards, ABS, MBS and TRS.
• Understanding of the trade lifecycle.
• Knowledge and experience with settlements including DTCC and Euroclear.
• Knowledge and understanding of securities and other financial instruments.
• Computer proficiency with advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have experience with the Solvas tool.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Solvas (CDO-Suite).

Details

• Location: Bangalore - North.
• Recruitment agencies: unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted; Apex operates a direct sourcing model.