HOW TO APPLY
Please send resume to: Careers@Payden.com
Reference: TSSLA0325-AHA
Subject: (Your Name, Position Title, and Reference)
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Payden & Rygel is one of the largest independently-owned global investment management firms. We offer a full array of investment strategies and products, including fixed income, equity, and balanced portfolios as well as open-end mutual funds and offshore funds, to a varied client base around the world. While we have grown and expanded considerably since our inception in 1983, we remain committed to our mission of providing customized investment management solutions that focus on each client's specific needs and objectives.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Trade Support Specialist is a part of the Trade Support team in the Trade Operations group. The ideal candidate for the Trade Support role is detail oriented and can work well both independently and as part of a collaborative team. This role will be primarily dedicated to managing mandatory and voluntary corporate actions events but will also be active in reviewing loan amendments and other processes that support trading activity. The role requires coordination with portfolio managers, strategists, traders, analysts and other operations professionals, as well as with third-party agents, custodians, and broker-dealers.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for monitoring mandatory and voluntary corporate action events, including but not limited to calls, tenders, exchanges, consents, mergers, spin-offs, stock splits, and SPACs
- Record decisions from strategists/analysts and ensure accurate processing of all events
- Maintain close communication across all custodians to verify event details and confirm voluntary instructions
- Reconcile the effect of corporate actions on internal systems and custodian records
- Assist in processing loan amendments and support other operational processes, such as retrieving ERISA docs and assisting with trade onboarding activities
QUALIFICATIONS
- General knowledge of domestic and global fixed income and equity securities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and basic understanding of Bloomberg
- Strong written and verbal communication, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Outstanding organizational skills and attention to details
- Able to multitask and be flexible in navigating unstructured processes
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or related field
We offer competitive compensation comprised of salary, discretionary bonus, and 401k/profit-sharing based on level of experience and skills brought to bear as well as full range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Our employees work together in our downtown Los Angeles office, benefiting from our collaborative, team-oriented culture that has been the foundation of our success. We have always been a firm that has awarded flexibility to our employees. Covid Vaccination required.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Payden & Rygel is an equal opportunity employer, which means we comply with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit discrimination when making all decisions about employment. Payden does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
