Investment Operations Analyst

LGPS Central

  • Wolverhampton
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 5 days ago
LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA-regulated asset manager for eight local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing approximately £45bn of their assets. It is one of eight Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK.LGPS Central’s Partner Funds are:
  • Cheshire Pension Fund
  • Derbyshire Pension Fund
  • Leicestershire Pension Fund
  • Nottinghamshire Pension Fund
  • Shropshire Pension Fund
  • Staffordshire Pension Fund,
  • West Midlands Pension Fund
  • Worcestershire Pension Fund.
The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class.LGPS Central Limited is proud to be recognised for its commitment to inclusion and workplace culture, as demonstrated by the following accolades:
  • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 - Personnel Today Awards 2022
  • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year - FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023
  • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award - LAPF In Investments Award 2023
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-focused professional to join our Investment Operations team.In this role, you’ll play a key part in supporting the operational delivery of our investment strategies. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external partners to oversee daily investment processes, manage outsourced service providers, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our operational controls. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a broad range of asset classes, enhance your knowledge of investment operations, and help shape the future of our operational excellence.Specific responsibilities of the role include:
  • Deliver accurate and timely operational support to fund managers, ensuring investment decisions are implemented effectively
  • Oversee outsourced service providers, ensuring performance aligns with SLAs, KPIs, and contractual obligations
  • Perform daily reconciliations of cash and stock positions, resolving exceptions in collaboration with custodians and internal teams
  • Manage the full lifecycle of corporate actions and fund transactions, ensuring accuracy and timely settlement
  • Support the production of high-quality data for internal reporting, regulatory submissions, and client communications
  • Contribute to the operational setup of new funds and strategies, including onboarding, account openings, and workflow testing
  • Drive continuous improvement by reviewing and enhancing operational processes, controls, and documentation
  • Support the use and development of investment systems and tools, including input into testing and upgrades
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal control frameworks (e.g. FCA, MiFID II, AAF)
Skills/Knowledge/Experience/Competence:
  • Middle office or investment operations experience within asset management or investment banking is preferred.
  • Previous experience of supporting either Equity, Fixed Income or Derivatives is required. Experience of supporting Private Equity/Debt/Infrastructure or Property is desirable.
  • Familiarity with Bloomberg AIM, Aladdin, or similar OMS/MO systems. Strong Excel skills required.
  • Understanding of key UK financial regulations (e.g. FCA, MiFID II) and AAF reporting standards.
  • Sharp eye for detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Clear, confident communicator—comfortable working across teams and with external stakeholders.
  • Able to manage multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines.
  • Proven track record of delivering excellent service to internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Finance, Operations Management or related field
What do we offer?We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy:
  • Competitive salary
  • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme
  • 30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays
  • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays
  • 2 days paid volunteering days
  • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities
  • Welfare and family-friendly policies
  • Enhanced pay for new parents
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - 24-7 Health & Wellbeing Support
  • Vitality Private Medical Insurance
  • Hybrid Working
  • Company Service Awards
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme

LGPS Central