Operations Academy Trainee

Schroders, Horsham

Operations Academy Trainee

£24000

Schroders, Horsham

  • Full time
  • U
  • Remote working
  • Graduate programme

Posted 2 weeks ago, 7 Nov | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: ef74b602045f4de197540ec0d6d60985

Full Job Description

Reconciliations Analyst Trainees You will join as part of the Investment20/20 programme. Who we're looking for We're proud of what we do, and this couldn't have been achieved without our people. At Schroders, we actively seek innovative people from diverse backgrounds, who can bring a fresh approach to our business. If you've just finished school, college, university or are looking for a career change, then our Operations Academy Programme provides you with a chance to take the first step into a career in the financial industry. Ultimately, we can teach what you need to know about the job, we just need you to bring your drive, passion and enthusiasm to make the most of all opportunities. Operations is a busy and dynamic business area, with lots of exciting opportunities to build and develop your career. Our business area comprises of a number of functions and Hubs working globally supporting the entire client journey. We support processes from onboarding new clients, transaction processing, derivatives, daily oversight of the Funds Net Asset Value (NAV) and ensuring that we meet all our Client, Fund and regulatory obligations., You will join as an Operations Academy Trainee as part of the Investment20/20 programme, you will have opportunities to meet and network with trainees across the industry and participate in training, socials and insight events., Within this role you will work to ensure the integrity of custody and cash position data and the complete reconciliation, investigation and allocation of all breaks in cash and securities. You will also liaise with an array of operational teams to ensure that breaks are investigated and resolved and that issues are tracked to resolution. You will be allocated portfolios for which you will be the point of contact and will be responsible for proactively investigating and following up queries.

  • Any experience which demonstrates good communication, analytical skills, and working well within a team environment.
  • Keenness to innovate and improve processes.
  • Experience of prioritising workload, demonstrating a keen eye for detail, problem solving and confidence in communicating.
  • Being organised and taking the initiative.
  • You must be at least 18 years old by the start date of the programme to apply for the advertised intake. You will need to study for your CISI Level 3 - Investment Operations Certificate outside of normal office hours. This role is open to both school/college leavers, non-graduates and graduates. After your initial training, you have the option to work from home as well as in our office. Minimum expectation is 60% of the week working in our office.

    About Schroders We're a global investment manager. We help institutions, intermediaries and individuals around the world invest money to meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future. We have around 6,000 people on six continents. And we've been around for over 200 years but keep adapting as society and technology changes. What doesn't change is our commitment to helping our clients, and society, prosper. The base At Schroders, we're known for doing things differently. That's why we're building a home for the ambitious in Horsham, West Sussex. You'll get the all the benefits of being part of a world-leading FTSE 100 company. But you'll also get the support of being part of a genuine local community. If you're looking for opportunities that match your ambitions, you'll find them right here in Horsham.