University of Illinois - Chicago, IL
posted 4 months ago
The University of Illinois Foundation is seeking an Analyst for Investment Operations to join their team in Chicago, IL. This position is crucial for supporting the investment team that manages a diverse multi-asset class investment portfolio. The Analyst will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of data, as well as maintaining policies and procedures that align with industry best practices. The role emphasizes leveraging technology to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness in investment operations. As an Investment Operations Analyst, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks that include entering transactions and valuations into the internal investment portfolio system, as well as initiating transactions in the custodian's trade order management system. You will also be tasked with reconciling, researching, and resolving discrepancies related to trades, valuations, and performance between the internal systems, custodians, and investment managers. This position requires a strong analytical mindset to prepare performance reports and analytics for both internal and external stakeholders. In addition to transaction management, the Analyst will maintain an internal database of investment documents, ensuring that information provided by investment managers is monitored, downloaded, and organized effectively. You will also be responsible for maintaining liquidity and fee terms for all investments, preparing cash flow projections, and analyzing cash needs. Completing subscription and redemption documents, responding to KYC/AML requests, and assisting with operational due diligence on new and existing investments are also key responsibilities of this role. Furthermore, you will assist with annual audit requests, making this position integral to the overall investment operations of the Foundation.