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    Data and Valuation Specialist

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    Data and Valuation Specialist

    Overview

    A Data and Valuation Specialist vacancy has arisen in the Data Management team within the Investment Administration area at M&G Investments. The role requires the incumbent to spend their time focused on Instrument Valuations and Reference Data setup. The role also requires the incumbent to support the Team Leader in delivery of varying objectives.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Execution and review of Instrument, Portfolio and Trade related data across Order Management and Fund Accounting systems

    • Execution and maintenance of daily asset pricing processes (price scrubbing and execution of OTC instrument valuation models)

    • Exception management and query resolution in respect of reference data set-up and asset pricing breaks

    • Execution of cash management, daily margin requirements and collateral management oversight

    • Form part of a team responsible for first line support in respect of data management, asset pricing and trade related queries

    • Assist and maintain team risk framework across procedure documents, controls review and incident reporting

    Attributes Qualifications, Skills & Experience

    • B.BusSc /BCom Finance or equivalent with a practical understanding of components of the investment management and administration processes

    • 3 to 5 years’ experience as a Data/Valuations Specialist or similar role

    • A good working knowledge of systems used to support investment administration and portfolio management activities

    • Above average Excel skills with InvestOne and/or Bloomberg experience an added advantage

    • Exposure to mechanics of Fixed Income and Derivative instrument valuations advantageous

    Competencies & Personal Attributes

    • Attention to detail/high accuracy levels

    • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

    • Ability to maintain high levels of productivity

    • Pro-active in investigating and implementing changes/new requirements

    • Self-motivated, deadline driven individual with high level of initiative

    • Team player that is able to build strong relationships internally and externally

    • Deadline driven individual

    • Ability to problem solve and work independently

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    Posting details

    • Contract type

      Permanent

    • Location

      Cape Town

    • Published Date

      2024-04-11

    • Application Deadline

      2024-05-10

    • Job/Position listing Code

      DVS/O/24

    We're focused on investment excellence.

    M&G Investments is a global asset manager with operations in 28 countries, over 5 million retail clients and more than R7.0 trillion in assets under management and administration. We are also one of South Africa’s top 10 asset managers, with over R315 billion in assets under management. For over 25 years we have built up an admirable local track record for delivering consistently strong performance over time. Our aim is to help our clients achieve their financial goals, whether investing towards their first house, their children’s education, or making sure that they have enough funds to retire comfortably. We work closely with experts across M&G plc’s worldwide operations to bring clients access to the latest technology, investment ideas and research. We incorporate sustainable thinking in everything we do, from the way we run our business to the impact we have on the planet and our communities.

    To help us achieve our vision, we’re looking for exceptional people who live our values of care and integrity and who can inspire others, embrace change, deliver results and keep it simple. We’re looking for people who will enjoy the challenge of working in an ambitious business that’s set on transforming the industry. 

    We are building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. In order to meet the objectives set in our Employment Equity plan, preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups.

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    MandG Investments Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd (previously called Prudential Portfolio Managers South Africa) is part of the same corporate group as the Prudential Assurance Company. The Prudential Assurance Company is a direct subsidiary of M&G plc, a company incorporated in the United Kingdom. The Prudential Assurance Company is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential Financial Inc., a company whose principal place of business is in the United States of America or Prudential plc, an international group incorporated in the United Kingdom.