Operations Manager Job in Kenya

Vacancy Announcement

Operations Manager
 

A newly formed Asset Management Organization that is a subsidiary of a Large Local Bank. 

The organization is looking for energetic and dynamic individuals required to assist in the establishment and operations. 

This exciting opportunity is ideal for a self-driven individual who is looking for an opportunity to create operations management in a start-up, is flexible and has an interest in re-defining the asset management industry.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Introduce and maintain policies, reports and procedures designed to ensure that adequate control and monitoring of activities is undertaken
• Ensure appropriate departmental procedural documentation is in place and is the owner of process updates
• Act as the Liaison as required with clients, custodian banks and brokers
• Maintain accurate and complete data relating to counterparties
• Process trades and corporate actions in a timely manner
• To ensure the accurate calculation and timely reporting of monthly performance data
• Price portfolio in accounting system on a daily / monthly basis, ensuring that all prices are updated and accurate whilst performing variance analysis.
• Work closely with system vendors on various projects to enhance operational efficiency
• Interacting closely with Fund Admin, Portfolio Admin and Product to resolve problems and to implement new processes that enhance stakeholder experience.
• Ensure client information is processed in an accurate and timely manner
• Respond in an accurate and timely manner to client requests
• Ensure client account reconciliations are conducted in an agreed format and timescale
• Effective management of resources to improve operational activities and team productivity
• Ensure full compliance to internal and various external and regulatory requirements
• Perform other duties as outlined

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics or Finance
• Those who have completed or are pursuing CFA designation are highly desired
• Operational experience of managing a team with 10 + individuals
• Self-starter who is comfortable in working in a smaller entrepreneurial environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to multi task and work in a fast paced environment
• Detail oriented and adherence to tight deadlines

How to apply: 

If you are interested in the position and have the skills and talents our client is looking for, we would like to hear from you. 

Please forward a copy of your updated resume, and your current salary and benefits package to info@dorbe-leit.co.ke before close of business 19th June 2012. 

Only successful candidates will be contacted.