Corporate Actions Administrator - 12 Month FTC - Internal Applicants Only

This role is currently only open to current employees of Arbuthnot Latham.

Job Purpose

The primary objective is to oversee all operational aspects of the asset services Corporate Action and Income processes. This role will ensure that excellent administrative support is provided to the Investment Management Team with the client at the heart of the service. The Asset Services team works closely with the other Investment Management Operations teams and the Investment Management team, and interfaces with all other areas of the bank and third-party providers.

As a member of the Asset Services team, the role is responsible for the day-to-day corporate action and income processes, ensuring processing is completed in an efficient and accurate manner, meeting market deadlines, SLA’s and Service Standards. The role also contributes to providing a working environment that generates positive energy, creativity, and teamwork.

To place the interests of customers at the centre of all activities, act in a way that is consistent with achieving good outcomes for consumers and to comply with the FCA and PRA's Conduct Rules.

Key Responsibilities

General

• Daily information gathering and dissemination of dividends due and corporate action announcements
• Set up electronic files for all events
• Monitor for receipt of instructions from Investment Managers
• Monitor for, reconcile and process proceeds from an event
• Continued monitoring/action of reconciliation breaks to ensure notes are updated regularly and clearance is timely
• Adherence to CASS rules where applicable
• Production of monthly management information (MI)
• Ad hoc participation in meetings and projects as applicable

Key Interfaces

• The position is likely to involve interacting with every area of the firm from time to time and you will work with the Executive Committee / Investment Directors of the company.
• Fellow Investment Operations team members
• Client-facing Investment Managers & their assistants
• Many other bank departments (e.g., Compliance)
• Intermediaries and third parties (e.g., Offshore Custodians)