Investment Operations Analyst
Who we are
American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a leading global insurance organization. AIG member companies provide a wide range of property casualty insurance in approximately 70 countries and jurisdictions. These diverse offerings include products and services that help businesses and individuals protect their assets and manage risks.
We’re also committed to making a positive difference for our colleagues and in the communities where we work and live. We encourage colleagues to give back to the causes they care most about, supporting these efforts through our Volunteer Time Off and Matching Grants Programs.
Get to know the business
The Investments business is one of the key drivers of revenues and profitability at AIG. Our Investments professionals are responsible for investing the insurance premiums and deposits we collect to generate net investment income that is available to pay claims or benefits and provide returns to shareholders. AIG Investments provides advisory and asset management solutions to AIG, its business units and third-party clients, globally, maintaining an internal investment platform across multiple asset classes. These asset classes include investment grade and high yield corporate debt, sovereign and emerging market debt, municipal debt, securitized products, residential and commercial mortgage loans, private placements, real estate, public equities and
private equity. The Investment team is comprised of portfolio managers, traders, research analysts, product owners, loan originators and underwriters and other professionals endeavouring to provide strong returns on our clients’ invested capital. At AIG Investments, we are thought leaders in the global asset management industry with expertise and capital spanning the globe.
About the role- Investment Operations Analyst
What you need to know
The successful candidate will report into the Head of Operations, providing back/middle office support to both Internal and External Stakeholders not limited to but including, AIG Affiliate Insurance Co’s, Third Party Investors, Global Capital Markets, Compliance and AIG Treasury. Additional responsibility of this role includes oversight of investment activities performed on behalf of the AIG General Insurance International Portfolio by local investment teams and by external investment managers, in addition to governance relating to external manager oversight. A part of the role will be project oriented, related to the dynamic requirements of the business and the investments group.
Responsibilities Include:
* Maintenance of PMF (Portfolio Master File) workflow tool to ensure that requests are actioned in a timely manner and support adherence to established control framework.
* Responsible for monthly pricing process for relevant universe of securities on Aladdin.
* Responsible for monitoring and maintenance of FAS157 levelling process.
* Support oversight of Blackrock DSS team IBOR reconciliations output including monitoring of Cash and Asset Exceptions, ensuring escalation where required following review of key fields such as root cause. This includes preparation and delivery of weekly, monthly, and annual reports to support adherence to established control framework.
* Work with Internal Teams and Outsourced Service provider to manage investment cash flows to and from Client accounts in a timely manner.
* Act as a single point of contact for Portfolio Managers, CIO team, and Insurance Companies in respect to Investment operations queries.
* Responsible for the timely & accurate distribution of monthly reporting as required by internal / external stakeholders.
* Continually review processes to identify areas for increased efficiency and risk reduction.
* Assist with regular audit related requests from internal & external auditors.
* Support team lead and manager as and when required.
What we’re looking for
* Experience working in an investments or asset management environment, ideally with a focus on operations, governance and compliance.
* Robust investments and business knowledge, with understanding of both front and back office processes within an investments business
* A strong and demonstrable understanding of the fixed income asset class, support of investment operations.
* Proven experience and ability to develop relationships with multiple internal stakeholders and partner on key business initiatives.
* Experience dealing with senior managers, coordinating deliverables, prioritizing tasks accordingly, and realizing objectives
* Proven expertise with business intelligence tools, PowerBI, Microsoft Excel, and translating this into an ability to manage and interpret large arrays of data.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Strong ability to work independently, while also comfortable collaborating with a team
* Degree in business, finance or a related discipline desirable
Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world
American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.
Welcome to a culture of belonging
We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through our flexible work arrangements, diversity and inclusion learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The diversity of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.
AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories.
AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to candidatecare@aig.com.
Functional Area:
IN - Investment
Estimated Travel Percentage (%): Up to 25%
Relocation Provided: No
AIG Europe (Services) Limited (Ireland Branch)