Alcentra is owned by Franklin Templeton, a diversified firm that spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, giving us many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. With clients in over 150 countries and offices on six continents, you’ll get exposed to different cultures, people, and business development happening around the world.

Alcentra operates independently as a Specialist Investment Manager and is headquartered in London, with offices in New York, Boston, Tokyo and Hong Kong. We are a leading, global asset management firm specializing in the sub-investment grade debt markets, experts in credit management, private credit, and structured credit strategies.  Our investors include pension funds, insurance companies, government agencies, banks, wealth managers and high net worth individuals.

Visit www.alcentra.com to learn more who we are. 

What is Trade Operations Team responsible for?

The Trade Operations team is responsible for the full trade workflow of any trading activity that the desk undertakes, including, Loans, Bonds and Equity. The team will also be responsible for the oversight of break and reconciliations data, corporate actions and regulatory oversight.

The Trade Operations Analyst will work alongside 2 onshore analysts and will have exposure to the relevant portfolio management teams where they will be responsible for trade support through the full life cycle of any trading the desk undertake, data analysis, working to update the proprietary systems, reconciliations as well as dealing with Counterparties and Middle Office support functions.

What are the ongoing responsibilities of Alcentra Trade Operations Specialist?

Assist with settlement issues across Loans and Bonds

Corporate Action Processing

Position and Cash reconciliation review

Counterparty and fund data set up within OMS

Security and Issuer Data Integrity

Ad hoc tax and KYC requests

Review of Investment Guideline breaches and escalation to relevant teams

Other ad hoc analysis 

What ideal qualifications, skills & experience would help someone to be successful?

4+ years of previous operations background with relevant experience

Base knowledge of bonds, loans, and other asset types

Working knowledge of Central Trade Matching Platform (CTM)

Experience in Trade Booking, Confirmation and Settlement will be an advantage

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting or Economics

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – both verbal and written

Attention to detail and high level of accuracy

Must be organized and able to prioritize duties and responsibilities

Proficient knowledge of Excel  

Ability to work independently

Flexible approach towards office / hybrid work arrangement (3 days minimum in-office)

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Our culture is shaped by our diverse global workforce and strongly held core values. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life. 

By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have them covered.

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