Compliance Specialist-- Investment Management

Investment Compliance BlackRock Aladdin

VOYA INDIA Overview

VOYA INDIA, formerly known as VFI SLK, is a technology-driven, business process transformation company, driving the evolution of the financial services customer experience through the art of technology, innovation, and human creativity. As a subsidiary of Voya Financial Inc, we are dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions to Voya's Health (employee benefits), Wealth (Retirement) and Investment Management Business. Our focus lies in crafting inventive customer-centric solutions by digitizing, automating, and optimizing technology and business processes. We are committed to fostering an environment that celebrates learning, growth and inclusivity while developing and deploying innovative and impactful solutions for Voya Financial Inc.

More information is available at : - www.voyaindia.com

Profile Description

The Investment Compliance assigned tasks are complex at times, and those tasks are unique/distinct in nature. Individuals on the team are expected to possess strong analysis skills and are expected to perform with minimum supervision in that our production cycle is time sensitive and individuals on the team are expected to trouble shoot problems and provide recommendation for permanent and timely resolutions.

Voya IM is seeking motivated individuals to support the Investment Compliance team function. The operation focus among other things is to check investment policy restriction on BlackRock Aladdin, as there are a lot of analytics and reconciliations. Analysis would be medium to easy complexity however having eye to detail is imperative. The candidate for the position must have the ability to keep pace with a rapidly changing business environment. Success in this role requires a strong analytical mindset, the ability to understand the dynamics of operation and a willingness to work in a collaborative team setting.

Roles and responsibilities

Understand investment compliance process, which requires checking investment restrictions against fund's exposure.

Ability to read fund prospectus, investment policy and investment policy statement and extract applicable investment restrictions from it.

This role will require understanding the existing coded rules on BlackRock Aladdin platform, amending these rules to correct them and coding new rules with testing to make sure they give correct result.

An eye for detail to understand different exposure calculations, to identify any miscalculation or deficiency in approach to ensure accurate and timely compliance report.

Routine review of exiting client's investment guidelines, change in investment policies and implementing those changes in our compliance master (Aladdin).

Investigative and research-oriented mindset to identify the reasons for a valid breach and rule out invalid breach to ensure accurate delivery.

Excellent team interaction and people skills (verbal and writing skills) as this individual will interact with many distinct parts and levels of the VOYA organization (peers, supervisors, project leaders, and internal/external clients.)

Promote a cheerful outlook and working environment among fellow employees and develop efficient working relationships.

Adaptable to working in an ever-changing multi-tasked environment with high priorities, varying workloads, and multiple deadlines.

Knowledge and Experience

Undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, quantitative analysis, business administration or equivalent work experience

5 to 8 years of investment Industry experience with basic understanding of investment vehicles (Fixed Income Securities, Derivatives, Equities and Senior Loans).

A good understanding of Alladin rule coding platform is a must. Rule coding experience with Aladdin is an added advantage.

Prior knowledge of regulatory rules around 1940 Act and UCITS would help in this role.

Someone who understands asset class hierarchy, their characteristics, their exposure calculation methods would be a requirement in this role.

Familiarity with various platforms and systems (e.g., Bloomberg, Aladdin, PowerBI).

Strong knowledge of Microsoft platforms is expected (e.g., MS Office, Excel, Word, Windows, etc.) and other PC based software.

Particularly good organizational, analytical, and quantitative skills.

Ability to work in a challenging environment as we may have varying workloads and strict deadlines (e.g., month, quarter, and year-end).

Ability to resolve problems utilizing appropriate resources independently and creatively.

Maintain strong working relationships with peers, supervisors, project leaders, and internal/external clients.

Excellent team interaction and people skills (verbal and writing skills).

Voya IM is a relatively flat organization, so a congenial, but professional attitude and demeanor is expected.

Flexibility work in shift