Operations Analyst, Collective Investment Trust

SEI1GLOBAL • Upper Providence Township, PA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Investment Manager Services Division (IMS) at SEI is growing rapidly and is seeking new members on our Collective Investment Trusts (CIT) team. As an operations analyst, you will coordinate the day-to-day administrative and regulatory functions for our growing list of collective trusts/funds.
SEI’s CIT Team is responsible for establishing and maintaining collective trusts under the rules of its direct regulator and standards of the Department of Labor, Internal Revenue Service and other regulatory bodies. This team works closely with internal divisions including the ITA, IFS, Compliance, Legal, etc. The CIT Team currently supports around 470 collective funds with almost $100 + Billion in AUM working with over 135 investment sub-advisors.

Requirements

• BA / BS in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics or equivalent experience
• Experience in any of the following fields: Collective Trust Funds, Employee Benefits, Investments, trust and/or insurance administration is ideal but not necessary
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel
• The self-motivation and aim to supervise multiple client deliverables without sacrificing excellence or quality
• Strong written and verbal communication skills as you will primarily support your clients through email and/or phone calls
• Strong customer service skills as you will be communicating daily with internal and external clients
• For this position, SEI is not hiring individuals who require sponsorship for employment or continued employment now or anytime in the future.

Nice To Haves

• An aim to broaden one’s knowledge of the financial services industry by learning new concepts and systems and taking the initiative to apply it to daily work assignments
• Collaboration with internal and external partners. As the needs of our clients change, we need to be flexible to change with them
• Positivity and congenial approach in assisting both colleagues and clients and the ability to work in team environment
• Curiosity, critical thinking and attention to detail: Whether it’s to identify a solution to a problem or possibly help implement a more efficient process or procedure, your skills have a place in our business
• Someone who will embody our SEI Values of courage, integrity, collaboration, inclusion, connection and fun. Please see our website for more information. https://www.seic.com/

Responsibilities

• You will handle daily activities associated with collective funds; including but not limited to trade processing, administrative support, and operational setups
• You will prepare account opening and maintenance documents for foreign market investments
• You will assist CIT Specialists and Trust Officers with governmental filings and regulatory reporting; preparation of materials to be presented to Trust Company board and committees
• You will assist in leading access to the CIT website and oversee all processes related to the maintenance of the website
• As a record keeper for the funds, you will be working collaboratively with internal teams regarding the establishment/maintenance of new or changed funds or fund share classes. Additionally, you will be organizing necessary reporting for sub-advisors and internal teams
• You will communicate with appropriate internal teams or client teams to resolve open issues and questions, collaborate with internal technology support and vendor support when necessary to resolve any production issues or system support queries
• We want you to succeed and look for future solutions! Through attending and participating in various IMS and corporate professional development sessions, you will acquire the tools to identify processes across the division and organization. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a complementary team and grow your career

Benefits

• To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being, a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, a hybrid working environment for most roles, support for working parents and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.
• Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription, wellness, EAP, FSA), life and disability insurance (premiums paid for base coverage), 401(k) match, education assistance, commuter benefits, up to 11 paid holidays/year, 16 days PTO/year pro-rated for new hires which increases over time, paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, a discounted stock purchase plan, investment options, access to thriving employee networks and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level