The opportunityThis 12-month contract position provides support to Public Securities Operations units including, but not limited to Investment Operations, Performance & Risk Analytics, and Compliance.The successful candidate requires an in-depth background in Investment Operations processes and a high level of knowledge of the specific unit assigned.The Associate has key responsibilities for the training and co-ordination of work on the team. This role provides direct assistance to the Manager in the operation of the unit, including troubleshooting, ad hoc projects and completion and review of the work of the team. From time to time this role could assume temporary responsibility for the operation of the unit during Management’s absence.Who you'll work withThis role reports to the Manager, Collateral & Liquidity OperationsWhat you'll do1. Co-ordinates, troubleshoots and reviews work of the team.Reviews daily work and sets work priorities.Co-ordinates work of the team as required to meet deadlines.Provides guidance and reviews the team’s work to ensure accuracy and control standards are being metResponds to and resolve problems and provide recommendations as to future procedural changes.Provides assistance to the team on complex issues.2. Carries out daily work within the Investment Finance “units”:Determines critical priorities for the dayCompletes critical priorities for the dayIdentifies and analyses issues and problemsDetermines and carries out appropriate solutions for issues and problemsAct as first point of escalation to manage issuesWorks with team members to ensure all critical priorities for the team are completed in the day3. Verifies information and upholds controlsChecks and reconciles information to ensure accuracyApplies controls, checks and balancesFollows up on discrepancies and resolves discrepanciesReviews files and information prepared by others4. Produces reportsGenerates standard reportsAnalyses requests for non-standard reports and designs/delivers reports5. Acts as lead on projects for the department under the guidance of the Financial AnalystPlans project and identifies needs.Carries out project tasks and/or co-ordinates the project work of team membersLiaises with IT Investments as needed on systems related projectsDocuments processes.6. Identifies and carries out improvements for the unitActively identifies efficiency improvementsInvestigates and implements improvements7. Assists the Financial Analyst in researching, identifying and documenting the characteristics and attributes of new products, programs or processes.Identifies procedural/process changes and requirementsProvides recommendations for procedures and processesDevelops and implements tests plansDocuments processes8. Services internal clientsBuild relationships with internal stakeholdersProvides information and services to internal clientsResponds to inquiries and requests from internal clientsDeals with internal clients in a professional and timely manner9. Deals with internal and external suppliersManages the relationship to ensure a high quality of service is delivered by suppliers.Provides information and requests information as needed to established suppliers (eg. Custodian, Counter-parties, Systems providers, etc.)Represents OTPP in a professional manner10. OtherCo-ordinates and reviews completeness and quality of the training of team members.Investigates system handling of products including testing of problems and testing of new systemsAnalyses and implements new processes and systemsMaximizes the use of technology in all work processesProvides constructive ideas relative to the Board's Investment Operations GroupsDocuments (including complex aspects of products, processes and systems)Maintains personal awareness and current knowledge of issues affecting the Board's operationsRepresents OTPP in a professional mannerTrains team members as requiredBacks up Financial Analysts during absences.Backs up team members during absencesOther duties as requestedWhat you'll needRelevant university degree (such as Business, Economics, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Computer Science) or equivalent relevant experience with Investment Finance processesRequires an individual with extensive experience in Investment Operations processes (5 years or more)Good priority setting and time management skills in order co-ordinate the work of others to meet deadlines and quality standards.Solid skills in training others on complex processes.Excellent analytical skills and the ability to think through problems, assess a variety of factors and recommend a solutionExcellent quantitative and computer skills (Excel and Access), including an understanding of database conceptsGood background skills and knowledge of accounting and reconciliation processesMust be able to work to deadlines, adapt to a rapidly changing environment and sustain high productivity levelsMust be extremely detail oriented, organized and thoroughSelf starter, confident, innovative, team playerGood interpersonal and communication skillsMust be able to effectively deal with internal and external clients and suppliersAbility to work with minimum supervisionEnrollment in the CFA program an asset#LI-OTPPWhat we’re offeringCompetitive compensationNumerous opportunities for professional growth and developmentA flexible/hybrid work environment combining in office collaboration and remote workingOur Flexible Travel Program gives you the option to work abroad in another region/country for up to a month each yearEmployee discount programs including Edvantage and PerkopolisAt Ontario Teachers', diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create, reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background and experience. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development, networking & mentoring. We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves. To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, check outHow to applyAre you ready to pursue new challenges and take your career to the next level? Apply today! You may be invited to complete a pre-recorded digital interview as part of your application.Accommodations are available upon request (peopleandculture@otpp.com) for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the country where this role is located.The privacy of your personal information is important to us. Please visit our to learn how we handle your personal information.Functional Areas: FinanceRequisition ID: 6539
