Team Lead – Trade Operations

Company:MercerDescription:We will count on you to:Supervise day-to-day operations to ensure the team meets and exceeds company standards for performance and productivityLead day to day liaison with Middle Office outsource providerOversight of daily order management/trade execution and all aspects of daily trading including trade communication and reconciliationOversee daily monitoring, analysis and oversight of outsource provider’s recording of client custodian cash positions to ensure that they are captured for:tradingliability calculations andcash requirementsSign-off on daily cash and trade packagesAct as the first point of contact for resolving team or client-related issues, ensuring timely and satisfactory resolutionsAnalyze reconciliations of client custodian holdings to third party vendor systemsCoordination and oversight of client monthly holding reconciliationsCollaborate with other departments to ensure cross-functional alignment and smooth operationsReview sub-advisor and custodian invoices for paymentSpecial projectsProvide support to Manager of Trade Operations Team as neededWhat you need to have:Undergraduate degree in relevant finance, economics or related discipline5+ years’ experience in Mutual Fund/Portfolio Manager business with focus on institutional client account supportOutstanding technical, analytical and problem solving skills; Microsoft Office competence with a strong emphasis in Excel including Macro proficiencyStrong organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and work with minimal supervisionExcellent interpersonal and project management skills with a strong attention to detailStrong verbal and written stakeholder communication skillsProven leadership and people development experienceWorks effectively in the face of ambiguity by independently researching problems and proposing innovative solutions, effective influencing and negotiation skillsWhat makes you stand out:Previous cash management experienceCharles River Investment Solutions experienceTrade management experience (securities and funds)Quality assurance /  User acceptance testing experience  You enjoy working with small dedicated teamsYou see the big picture and are hands on with day to day functionsYou have a great sense of urgency regarding meeting and anticipating client needsYou manage your time effectively and independentlyYou take ownership of your work and escalate issues quickly when applicableYou are adaptable to changing client needsYou are patient during times of transition and see the long term gains of changeYou are flexible regarding working hours in order to meet service levels when requiredYou are dedicated to a high level of accuracy for yourself and expect the same from your teamYou strive to improve processes and find more efficient ways to serve clientsMercer is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information about Mercer, visit mercer.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, Marsh will provide a reasonable accommodation to employees and prospective employees to the point of undue hardship upon request and as required in respect of the individual’s particular restrictions and limitations. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or medical need, please contact reasonableaccommodations@marsh.com.Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.The applicable base salary range for this role is $63 000 to $94 600.The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.This is a Replacement position.