Fund & Investment Operations Analyst - Corporate Actions, Senior Associate

Job Title

Corporate Actions, Senior Associate

The Role

Team of six all with diverse backgrounds/experiences in Corporate Action related roles. High performing function which prides itself on providing strong outcomes for our downstream consumers and internal clients. A collaborative environment, perfect for a candidate to bring forward ideas, initiatives, and viewpoints. Looking to add an additional member to the team due to the increasing workload in wider business initiatives. Candidate will support BAU functions initially with potential to branch into further initiatives based on experience gained throughout role. 

In this role you will

• Manage the lifecycle of both Equity and Fixed Income Corporate Action events (validation of data scrubbing & event creation, reconciliation, instruction process, etc.)

• Collaborate with our service teams, portfolio managers & internal/external parties on any Corporate Action related activity requests

• Review current processes and procedures to enhance & add value to the way in which we currently operate

• Other ad-hoc requirements/projects, as necessary

What it takes

• Corporate Actions experience desired - Complex Corporate Action events that require strategic thinking and a passion for the work

• Strong work ethic & outcome driven – A requirement when needed to go beyond the 9-5 to fulfil our daily deliverables.

• Curious mindset – A desire to understand the investment lifecycle in which Corporate Action sits

• Strong communication – Collaboration with our internal stakeholders as well as 3rd party vendors

Special Factors 

• Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position

• This is a hybrid position and would require you to work in the office 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday)

• Please note that we review applications on a rolling basis and may close this role early if there is a high level of interest. To avoid missing out, we recommend applying as soon as possible

Why Vanguard? 

Vanguard is a different kind of investment company. It was founded in the United States in 1975 on a simple but revolutionary idea: that an investment company should manage its funds solely in the interests of its clients. 

This is a philosophy that has helped millions of people around the world to achieve their goals with low-cost, uncomplicated investments. 

It's what we stand for: value to investors. 

Inclusion Statement  

Vanguard’s continued commitment to diversity and inclusion is firmly rooted in our culture. Every decision we make to best serve our clients, crew (internally employees are referred to as crew), and communities is guided by one simple statement: “Do the right thing.”  

We believe that a critical aspect of doing the right thing requires building diverse, inclusive, and highly effective teams of individuals who are as unique as the clients they serve. We empower our crew to contribute their distinct strengths to achieving Vanguard’s core purpose through our values. 

When all crew members feel valued and included, our ability to collaborate and innovate is amplified, and we are united in delivering on Vanguard's core purpose: to take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success.

“Please note that, although we offer hybrid working, all work must be performed within the Republic of Ireland to ensure compliance with tax requirements and to mitigate the risks associated with working outside your country of employment.  If you are not able to work fully from the Republic of Ireland, please notify the recruiter."

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.