Banking Specialist - Asset Master Data

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Company Description

Founded and headquartered in Switzerland, Avaloq is continuously expanding its global footprint with around 2,500 colleagues in 12 countries, and more than 170 clients in 35 countries. We are an industry-leading provider of wealth management technology and services for financial institutions around the world, including private banks and wealth managers, investment managers, as well as retail and neo banks. Our research led approach and continual innovation is powered by the passion and creativity of our colleagues.

We are always looking for talented people to join us on our mission to orchestrate the financial ecosystem and democratize access to wealth management. Avaloq offers the opportunity to work closely with some of the world’s leading financial institutions as we jointly develop and shape careers. Championing a collaborative, supportive and flexible work environment empowers our colleagues to reach their full potential.

Job Description

Your key tasks

• Team player and perform all aspects of Asset master data and mark-to-market (MTM) pricing
• Ensure timely and accurate Asset master data setup and pricing, adhering strictly to agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and regulatory requirements
• Manage asset creation and modification for a wide range of financial instruments, including but not limited to:
• Equities
• Bonds
• Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)
• Mutual Funds
• Structured Products
• Derivatives
• Diligently follow and regularly update Key Operating Procedures (KOPs) to ensure satisfactory performance for Business as Usual (BAU) operations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve data discrepancies and ensure data integrity across all asset classes
• Maintain the highest standards of accuracy and completeness
• Assist in the development and implementation of process improvements to enhance efficiency in the process
  

Qualifications

• Tertiary education (Diploma / Degree in Banking and Finance / Accountancy preferred but not necessary)
• Basic knowledge of Avaloq Banking System, investment products including Exchange Trade Products, OTC Derivatives and Structured Products
• Basic analytical and problem-solving skills
• Preferably with 1-3 years of Operations experience
• Good commination skills, which will help in interacting with demanding clients in a professional way
  
  

It would be a real bonus if you have

• Previous knowledge of Avaloq is a strong advantage point
• Experience with MS Excel, Visual Basic for Application (VBA) and Access Macros
• Understanding Wealth Management Business
  
  

Additional Information

We realize that managing work life balance is a challenge we all face in our daily lives and in order to support with this we are pleased to offer hybrid and flexible working for most of our Avaloqers to maintain work life balance and still continue our fantastic Avaloq culture in our global offices.

In Avaloq we are proud to embrace diversity and understand the success of our business is built on the power of different opinions, we are whole heartedly committed to fostering an equal opportunity environment and inclusive culture where you can be your true authentic self.

We hire, compensate and promote regardless of origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other fantastic traits that make us all unique, we have done our best to write this advert in an inclusive and neutral way.

Please be aware that we will not accept speculative CV submissions for any of our roles from recruitment agencies, and any unsolicited candidate submissions will be exempt from any payment expectations.

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