ATB 101 - Fund Operations Student
ATB
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About the role
As ATB’s next Fund Operations Student, you will play a key role in day-to-day fund operations in support of ATB Investment Management Inc.’s responsibilities as manager of ATBIM’s Funds. This role provides administrative and analytical support to a variety of internal partners including portfolio management teams, compliance, risk, and finance, and engages with external vendors including the fund transfer agent and custodian.
Accountabilities
- Support the operational contacts who actively engage with client service teams at fund company service providers (transfer agent, custodian) in following up or advising on daily operations matters, escalating issues as needed, collaborating and maintaining visibility into ongoing projects, and keeps abreast of all changes while anticipating impacts.
- Investigate and resolve process related issues and exception processing, ensuring departmental guidelines are adhered to.
- Learn requirements (e.g., from regulatory changes) and understand how they apply across our mutual fund products.
- Proactively engage with fund management teams and internal business teams, providing validated reporting to meet internal and external reporting requirements.
- Participate in assessment of risk and mitigation of risk through a documentation framework
Skills, experience & requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program with 3rd year standing OR postgraduate program.
- Fundamental knowledge and understanding of the financial industry operations including mutual fund administration, broker dealer back offices and custody relationships.
- Plans to attain Investment industry courses in the future (i.e. Canadian Securities Course, IFIC, Investment Funds Operations, etc.).
- Effective oral and written communication of technical information for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Excellent writing, listening and presentation skills with a proven ability to disseminate information effectively to other team members at all levels of the organization.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to organize, multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast paced, changing environment.
- Ability to translate information through both verbal and written communication, including documentation of policies and procedures
- Capable of working under pressure and within tight deadlines.
Don’t meet all the requirements on the list?
A resume only goes so far in expressing who you are and the unique perspectives you bring. If you believe your skills and experience align with the role—but you might not check all the boxes—we want to hear from you. We encourage candidates from all work backgrounds, equity-seeking communities and experience levels to apply. If you’re seeking a career where your drive, perspective and growth are celebrated, we want to hear from you.
We’re dedicated to building a workforce reflective of those within our communities, and a culture where our team members are equipped with what they need to succeed—their way. Part of creating an inclusive workplace is recognizing our role in advancing Truth and Reconciliation. We are committed to meeting and exceeding the standards set out in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations program created by the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business.
What happens next?
If you are shortlisted, you’ll hear from us after the posting closes. Check out our How We Hire page to learn more about our hiring process. If you need any accommodations throughout this process, please let us know at talentteam@atb.com
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