Investment Officer
Guardian Group · Trinidad
We are seeking a proactive and analytical Investment Officer to join our team. In this role, you will support the management of investment portfolios, conduct market and financial analysis, and provide insights that contribute to sound investment decisions. If you're passionate about financial markets and delivering strong investment outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.
- JOB OVERVIEW:
- The Investment Officer is responsible for providing investment administration, operational control and portfolio support services for investment portfolios managed by Guardian Asset Management Investment Services Limited (GAMISL). The role ensures accurate processing, validation, settlement, reconciliation, monitoring and reporting of investment transactions while maintaining the integrity of portfolio records and supporting compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements and industry standards.
The incumbent contributes to the efficient administration GAMISL investment portfolios by maintaining accurate investment records, supporting financial and regulatory reporting, performing reconciliations,
investigating operational exceptions, preparing management information, and assisting with portfolio analysis. The role also supports continuous improvement initiatives by supporting regulatory compliance, operational controls, and client servicing requirements, by contributing to the delivery of high-quality service to both internal and external stakeholders.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Investment Portfolio Administration
- Administer local and foreign investment portfolios in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Process and monitor investment transactions, settlements, maturities, income receipts, and corporate actions.
- Maintain complete, accurate and up-to-date investment records, supporting documentation and audit trails.
2. Reconciliation, Monitoring & Operational Control
- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations of investment accounts and portfolio records.
- Investigate, analyse and resolve reconciliation differences, pricing variances and operational exceptions within established service standards.
⦁ Identify and escalate unusual transactions, control weaknesses and operational risks to the Team Leader.
• Ensure adherence to established operational controls and procedures.
3. Financial Reporting & Regulatory Support
- Prepare reports supporting portfolio valuation, management reporting, regulatory submissions, and financial reporting requirements.
- Assist with audits and information requests from internal and external stakeholders.
- Support compliance with applicable regulatory and reporting requirements.
- Prepare supporting information for internal, external and regulatory audits and respond promptly to audit enquiries.
4. Investment Analysis & Management Information
- Prepare portfolio analysis, investment schedules, and management information reports.
- Assist with monitoring portfolio performance and investment activity.
- Provide analytical support for business and operational decision-making.
5. Continuous Improvement & Operational Support
- Participate in projects and initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency and service delivery.
- Support implementation of process enhancements and system improvements.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Associate Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or related field
- 2-3 years experience in financial services
- ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:
- As a regulated entity with obligations under the Know Your Employee guidelines, a Certificate of Character is required.
- PERSON SPECIFICATION:
- The Investment Officer demonstrates a high level of integrity, professionalism and accountability while administering investment portfolios within a controlled and regulated environment. The incumbent exercises sound judgement maintains confidentiality of sensitive financial information, and consistently delivers accurate, timely and reliable work.
- The role requires a proactive, customer-focused individual who effectively manages competing priorities, collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, identifies and reports operational risks and continuously seeks opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls and enhance service delivery.
Applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.
The Investment Officer is responsible for providing investment administration, portfolio support, and operational control services for portfolios managed by Guardian Asset Management Investment Services Limited (GAMISL). The role ensures the accurate processing, settlement, reconciliation, monitoring, and reporting of investment transactions while maintaining portfolio integrity and compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. The incumbent supports the effective administration of investment portfolios through record maintenance, reconciliations, reporting, portfolio analysis, and the resolution of operational exceptions. The role also contributes to continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, operational controls, and the delivery of high-quality service to internal and external stakeholders.