Job Description
Job Title: Business Analyst (Transfer Agency & Fund Administration)\nLocation: Edinburgh\nSalary/Rate: £(Apply online only) Per Day\nStart Date: 07/04/25\nJob Type: 6 Month Contract Inside IR35\n\nCompany Introduction\n\nWe have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled Business Analyst in Securities Services.\n\nJob Responsibilities/Objectives\n\nYou will be responsible for optimising processes and systems related to Transfer Agency and Fund Administration, in addition to the broader securities services business. This role involves collaborating with internal teams and clients to understand business requirements, document processes, and recommend solutions for improving operational efficiency, compliance, and risk management in these areas.\n\nRequirements Gathering and Analysis:\n\nCollaborate with business stakeholders, including product managers, fund administrators, operations teams, and clients, to gather and document specific business requirements for Transfer Agency and Fund Administration processes.\nAnalyse business processes in Transfer Agency (e.g., shareholder record keeping, investor communications, subscription and redemption processing) and Fund Administration (e.g., NAV calculations, financial reporting, regulatory reporting) and identify opportunities for improvement.\nDevelop detailed functional and technical specifications to address business needs and support new fund launches or enhancements to existing products and services.\nProject Management Support:\n\nParticipate in the planning and execution of projects related to Transfer Agency and Fund Administration, ensuring that business requirements are effectively translated into system and process changes.\nWork with cross-functional teams (Technology, Operations, Risk, Compliance) to deliver projects on time, ensuring alignment with internal goals and regulatory requirements.\nProcess Improvement:\n\nIdentify and propose opportunities for process optimisation in Transfer Agency and Fund Administration workflows, such as streamlining investor transactions, improving reporting capabilities, or enhancing reconciliation processes.\nSupport process re-engineering initiatives to improve operational efficiency, reduce errors, and enhance client service delivery.\nRisk & Compliance Management:\n\nEnsure that Transfer Agency and Fund Administration operations comply with relevant industry regulations, including those related to anti-money laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), and tax reporting requirements (e.g., FATCA, CRS).\nAssist in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks within the Transfer Agency and Fund Administration processes to safeguard client assets and ensure regulatory compliance.Data Analysis and Reporting:\n\nAnalyse data related to fund performance, investor transactions, and operational processes to derive insights that drive business improvements.\nPrepare regular reports and dashboards for senior management, offering actionable recommendations based on data analysis, performance metrics, and trends within Transfer Agency and Fund Administration services.\nStakeholder Management:\n\nFoster strong relationships with internal teams and external clients, including fund managers, investors, and custodians, to ensure that business needs are met and service levels are maintained.\nAct as the primary point of contact for business users and technology teams, ensuring the smooth translation of business requirements into system capabilities, particularly in the context of Transfer Agency and Fund Administration systems.Product and Service Development:\n\nAssist with the development and rollout of new products and services related to Transfer Agency and Fund Administration.\nSupport initiatives to enhance the client experience through improvements in product offerings, reporting, and investor services.\nRequired Skills/Experience\nThe ideal candidate will have the following:\n\nProven experience (typically 3-5 years) as a Business Analyst within the financial services industry, with a focus on Transfer Agency and/or Fund Administration.\nStrong understanding of Transfer Agency operations, including shareholder services, investor servicing, subscription and redemption processing, and reporting.\nKnowledge of Fund Administration functions, including NAV calculations, performance reporting, fund pricing, and regulatory reporting (e.g., UCITS, AIFMD).\nFamiliarity with industry regulations and standards such as AML, KYC, FATCA, CRS, and other fund-related compliance requirements.\nExperience with securities services and financial markets infrastructure.\nStrong proficiency in data analysis, Excel (e.g., Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP), and reporting tools.\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders.\nDesirable Skills/Experience\nAlthough not essential, the following skills are desired by the client:\n\nBachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.\nExperience with industry-standard systems such as Transfer Agency platforms (e.g., Broadridge, SunGard, etc.) and Fund Administration systems (e.g., InvestOne, Charles River, etc.).\nFamiliarity with Agile methodologies and project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence).\nKnowledge of accounting and financial reporting standards for investment funds.\nIf you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format.\n\nDisclaimer\nNotwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies.\n\nSquare One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business.
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