Senior Associate, Data Operations - SLC Management

Location: Southwestern Ontario

SLC Management is a growing global asset management firm providing innovative and diversified investment solutions to institutional investors. We are breaking new ground with a full spectrum of solutions for a growing institutional client base of more than 1400 organizations. Our history of organic and strategic growth reflects this commitment with over CA $422/US $304 billion in assets under management (AUM).

As a subsidiary of Sun Life, we are aligned with one of the world’s leading financial services companies, and benefit from the stability and strength of that relationship.

We are a performance-driven organization with a deliberate focus on fostering a development-focused, inclusive culture revolving around our Core Values of being client obsessed , valuing each other , acting with speed and having an owner’s mindset . As part of our team, you play a role in fulfilling our purpose and making a difference. We offer a rewarding work environment that is filled with opportunity for growth where you will be empowered to meet the challenges of a highly competitive landscape.

Visit our website to learn more and for the most up to date AUM information.

SLC Management offers a mix of in-office and virtual work where our employees are empowered to do their best. Generally, employees are expected to work three or more days in-office each week with flexibility depending on their business, client and team needs.

Job Description:

Senior Associate, Data Operations - SLC Management What is in it for you:

The Senior Associate, Data Operations is an individual contributor responsible for supporting data assurance, governance, integrity of investment data across the investment and/or accounting systems for the general accounts, and all SLC institutional clients, private wealth accounts for SLC’s Fixed Income Business. Data Operations is a function within the Data Assurance and Reconciliations group. This group is part of the Investment Solutions & Controls pillar of SLC Trade Operations at SLC Management.

The successful candidate will need to possess the ability to operate within a deadline driven environment and deliver exceptional client service. Strong interpersonal skills are required due to frequent interaction with counter parties as well as internal business Partners such as Front Desk, Deal management, Middle Office, Asset Management, Portfolio Management, Controllership, IT, Vendors, etc.

This role requires a blend of technical expertise, analytical skills, and leadership abilities to maintain high standards of data integrity in investment operations. The Senior Associate will also participate in training (the rolling out of new / revised processes), projects and other new initiatives as required and actively contribute to process improvement initiatives

What you will do:

Develop and implement data quality control processes and procedures

Conduct regular reviews of investment data to identify discrepancies and errors

Collaborate with various teams to resolve data integrity issues and implement improvements

Support the maintenance of documentation for data integrity processes and standards

Develop and run reports to monitor data quality metrics

Participate in data governance initiatives

Train and mentor junior team members on data integrity best practices

Partner with other areas like Front Desk, Deal management, Middle Office, Asset Management, Portfolio Management, Controllership, IT, Vendors to solve issues that impact data quality, reporting, and downstream systems.

Identify and understand issues with valuation, accounting, investment systems and other tools; find solutions to fix them closely working with vendors, IT and other related parties

What do you need to succeed:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field5+ years of experience in investment operations, data analysis, or a related role Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions

Experience with accounting and investment management systems

Advanced Excel skills (e.g., formulas, VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, Power Query) and ability to analyze and interpret…