Client Transitions Analyst

About Us

Wellington Management offers comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets. Our investment solutions, tailored to the unique return and risk objectives of institutional clients in more than 60 countries, draw on a robust body of proprietary research and a collaborative culture that encourages independent thought and healthy debate. As a private partnership, we believe our ownership structure fosters a long‑term view that aligns our perspectives with those of our clients.

Position:
The Client Transitions Analyst (CTA) is a member of Global Operations and is responsible for supporting the operational aspects of various client and fund transitions including new mandate fundings, terminations, all asset‑in‑kind flows and product/portfolio changes with an emphasis on operational risk management and control environment. The CTA will work closely with the Client Integration Manager, Client Group teams, Wellington Funds Group and other functional areas of the firm to ensure a consistent service model in transitioning client assets and to mitigate risk during the client transition process.

A substantial amount of time will be devoted to both internal co‑ordination and external communication – dealing with custodian banks, third party accounting agents, outsourcing providers, vendors and transition managers. Within the firm, the analyst will work closely with other teams across the firm to ensure a well‑executed and risk‑managed transition event.

• Ensuring the timely and consistent delivery of account opening documentation for new client accounts; orchestrating custodial and market openings and connectivity both internally and externally as well as coordinating the execution of asset in‑kind processing.
• Initiating account record set‑up for new accounts and/or portfolios; reviewing and approving new account set‑ups; facilitating proper use of internal trade restriction flags.
• Providing assistance and training to colleagues as well as acting as global expert for account record set‑ups; updating process and control checklists.
• Assisting with transition manager asset‑in‑kind coordination and asset carve‑out for client flows, including: creating a representative account or reviewing client accounts, reviewing asset lists for transferability, facilitating internal reviews and sign‑offs.
• Working with Investors to create model accounts for transitions, including: account set‑up, legacy portfolio review, asset set‑up, pricing and loading legacy assets.
• Coordinating the reconciliation, moratorium review and loading of external transition management trade execution files for new or existing accounts.

The Client Transitions Analyst is required to have a Bachelors degree with three to five years of relevant investment industry experience. Exposure to investment operations and risk management environment would be preferred. Advanced degrees, language skills, and/or progress towards the CFA designation are viewed favorably. The candidate must be able to work quickly and accurately under pressure, possess a high degree of analytical ability and sound business judgement.

He or she must be able to resolve complex operational issues and possess strong written and verbal communication skills. The CTA is required to work independently as well as contribute to a cohesive team atmosphere both globally and in Boston or New York.

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? That's ok. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skill, workplace experiences, and backgrounds.

As an equal opportunity employer, Wellington Management ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability…