Associate, Trade Compliance

Associate, Trade Compliance (Dublin)

at PIMCO

On-site Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland Full-time Posted 4 days ago

Description

PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets. We invest our clients' capital across a range of fixed income and credit opportunities, leveraging our decades of experience navigating complex debt markets. Our flexible capital base and deep relationships with issuers have helped us become one of the world's largest providers of traditional and nontraditional solutions for companies that need financing and investors who seek strong risk-adjusted returns. Since 1971, our people have shaped our organization through a high-performance inclusive culture, in which we celebrate diverse thinking. We invest in our people and strive to imprint our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence. We believe each of us is here to help others succeed and this has led to PIMCO being recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients. Overview The Trade Compliance team is responsible for ensuring that fixed-income and equity trades comply with applicable restrictions, both before and after the trades are executed. This position offers exposure to the entire Investment Guideline Compliance process and the opportunity to interact with various groups, including Legal & Compliance, Technology, Account Management, Product Strategy, and the Trade Floor. This role is ideal for individuals who are interested in a fast-paced and challenging workplace, surrounded by highly motivated and intelligent professionals. You will have the chance to learn about trades, trade strategies, the impact of trades on client portfolios, and the implementation of rules and regulations. Responsibilities Analyzing transactions and portfolio holdings to ensure compliance with regulatory, client, and internal guidelines, and calculating various risk parameters Researching and addressing inquiries related to investment guidelines from the Trade Floor and other internal/external parties Confirming that all trades are compliant by the end of each business day Preparing various reports on a daily basis for relevant internal groups Participating in ad hoc projects aimed at optimizing and automating the Trade Compliance process Requirements Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree (Accounting, Business, Finance, or Economics) preferred CFA designation or active status in the CFA program is a plus with Prior Compliance Monitoring experience in the investment management industry Basic knowledge of the global equity and fixed income markets, including an understanding of financial products such as bonds, equities, and derivatives Intermediate/advanced working knowledge of MS Excel and Bloomberg Exposure to querying, particularly with SQL and Business Objects Quick learner and adaptable to learning new processes, concepts, and skills Strong commitment to quality and attention to detail, ensuring that work is complete, accurate, and delivered on time Excellent communication (verbal and written), facilitation, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively collaborate with individuals at all levels of an organization Ability to multitask, work in a demanding, fast-paced environment, and handle multiple competing priorities and projects with high-quality output Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work collaboratively and independently Desire to take initiative and contribute to the department and the organization Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement PIMCO recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, national origin, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, military or veteran status, disability (physical or mental), any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws. The company also prohibits discrimination on other basis such as medical condition, or marital status under applicable laws. Applicants with Disabilities PIMCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans, in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system due to a disability and you would like to request an accommodation, you may contact us at 949-720-7744 and leave a message. This is a dedicated line designed exclusively to assist job seekers with disabilities to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days. We believe that active management is the responsible way to invest our clients' assets in fixed income. For 50 years, we have worked relentlessly to help millions of investors pursue their objectives - regardless of shifting market conditions. Our clients rely on an investment process that has been tested in virtually every market environment. Bringing together our investment professionals from across the globe, PIMCO's investment process is designed to promote fresh ideas and differing points of view. We innovate to give our clients an edge. Innovation has long been part of the fabric of PIMCO's culture. Explore how we assess shifting risks and opportunities to build forward-looking solutions for investors.

PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income. With our launch in 1971 in Newport Beach, California, PIMCO introduced investors to a total return approach to fixed-income investing.In the 50+ years since, we have worked relentlessly to help millions of investors pursue their objectives – regardless of shifting market conditions. As active investors, our goal is not just tofind opportunities, but to create them. To this end, we remain firmly committed to the pursuit of our mission: delivering superior investment returns, solutions and service to our clients.Active ManagementWe take an active approach to fixed income investing – one in which we express high convictionviews without allowing any single risk to dominate returns. Over our 50 year history, we have found this helps us to deliver positive outcomes for investors and avoid outsized risks that maybe inherent in passive approaches.Tested ProcessWe have a proven ability to help investors navigate shifting investment conditions – including times of market stress. Honed over decades, our process has helped millions of investorsmanage risks and pursue returns over meaningful time periods.Culture of InnovationFinancial markets are changing rapidly and it is crucial for investors to adapt. That is why innovation is part of the fabric of our culture. Importantly, we develop solutions based on investors' needs and investing opportunities – not on near-term asset-raising potential. And we invest in top technology, tools and resources to help them succeed.

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