A high profile alternative investment manager with over $40bn in assets is continuing to expand, with an exciting opportunity to join its London team in CLO Operations.
Having built a significant presence across global credit markets, the firm is recognised for its sophisticated investment strategies, entrepreneurial culture and ambitious growth trajectory. With this hire driven by an existing team members move into the front office, this is a particularly compelling opportunity for an experienced CLO Operations professional looking to work closer to investment decision-making in a high-performance environment.
You will take ownership of the end-to-end CLO lifecycle, working closely with Portfolio Management, Trading and Structuring teams while overseeing key operational processes, transaction execution and ongoing portfolio management.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing the full CLO lifecycle, from new transaction onboarding, warehouse ramp-up and closing tie-outs through to effective date processes and ongoing pre- and post-reinvestment management.
- Overseeing loan settlements and cash movements, with a strong understanding of LSTA settlement practices.
- Investigating and resolving daily cash and position breaks.
- Providing subject matter expertise across monthly CLO reporting, quarterly investor payment reports and waterfall calculations.
- Monitoring CLO compliance tests and interpreting relevant indenture provisions.
- Managing relationships with external service providers, including outsourced middle office teams, loan closing agents, fund administrators and trustees.
- Working closely with front-office stakeholders to ensure efficient execution and ongoing management of CLO transactions.
- Supporting ad hoc reporting, process improvements and wider business initiatives.
Requirements:
- 3-5 years’ experience within financial services, with substantial CLO Operations experience gained at a buy-side CLO asset manager or Investment Bank.
- Strong understanding of CLO structures, with demonstrable experience reading and interpreting CLO indentures.
- A proactive, commercially minded individual who enjoys problem-solving and taking ownership.
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