Why you’ll love working here: high-performance, people-focused culture our commitment that equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental to our work environment and business success, which helps employees feel valued and empowered to be their authentic selves learning and development initiatives, including workshops, Speaker Series events and access to LinkedIn Learning, that support employees’ career growth membership in HOOPP’s world class defined benefit pension plan, which can serve as an important part of your retirement security competitive, 100% company-paid extended health and dental benefits for permanent employees, including coverage supporting our team's diversity and mental health (e.g., gender affirmation, fertility and drug treatment, psychological support benefits of $2,500 per year, parental leave top-up, and a health spending account). optional post-retirement health and dental benefits subsidized at 50% yoga classes, meditation workshops, nutritional consultations, and wellness seminars the opportunity to make a difference and help take care of those who care for us, by providing a financially secure retirement for Ontario healthcare workers
Job Summary: Reporting to the Senior Manager, Securities Operations, the Senior Analyst is the subject matter expert of this team and has extensive knowledge of derivatives and marketable products traded by Investment Management as well as detailed knowledge of all processes and procedures performed by the team. They must possess a general understanding of functions outside of the department to understand the downstream impact to various teams. The Senior Analyst provides guidance and direction to junior staff members particularly with respect to new products and strategies. They are responsible for reviewing and approving the work of junior staff members to ensure the accuracy, completeness and integrity of trades captured in HOOPP’s investment book of records, SimCorp Dimension is maintained. The Senior Analyst will have considerable co-ordination and liaison between the Investment Management Group, Investment Finance, fund custodians, various financial counterparties, and the IT Investment Solutions team.
What you will do: Responsible for the review and approval of daily trade capture for all capital market instruments including fixed income, equities, and derivatives to ensure the integrity and accuracy is maintained.
Build and transfer knowledge and understanding of complex derivative strategies to Analysts on the team.
Review and approve derivative cash settlements and complete the daily cash reconciliation between HOOPP and the custodian.
Review and affirm electronic confirmations in DTCC and MarkitWire.
First escalation point for the group to research and resolve complex issues as they arise and identify when to further elevate the issue to the Manager.
This may require delegating work to junior staff in order to resolve issues quickly.
Provide evidence of supervision and oversight by ensuring daily controls such as checklists and documentations are signed off.
Assist in managing the interim and final audit efforts for Securities Operations.
Lead special projects assigned to continuously improve processing capabilities for the team.
Perform daily and monthly reconciliations between HOOPP and custodian positions and follow-up on discrepancies.
Process mandatory and voluntary corporate actions for holdings in the fund.
Add value to Securities Operations and Investment Management by recommending processes and controls that increase efficiency and reduce operational risk.
Assist the Investment Accounting & Reporting Team with the accounting for all securities; assist with ensuring discrepancies are reconciled between trade capture system/accounting system, reporting system and custodian.
Work collaboratively with other groups in the Investment Finance Division and IT Investment solutions team with issue resolution and new initiatives.
Act as resource to junior staff members for providing guidance and backing up critical daily activities and informing the Manager of any issues or achievements by Analysts.
Act as back up to the Senior Manager when needed
What you bring: University degree in Business, Finance or related discipline
Completion or enrolment in a professional designation program (ie.CFA)
At least 7 years of experience in a financial sector, preferably in capital market
Strong knowledge of capital market instruments including fixed income and equities
Strong knowledge of derivative instruments such as swaps, options and futures gained through industry experience
Strong analytical skills and results oriented
Attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness is very important along with the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently
Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage conflicting priorities
Knowledge of investment accounting standards & principles
Must be able to work independently with minimal direction as well as part of a team
Excellent interpersonal skills
Identify and implement process improvements where necessary
Willing to assume other responsibilities as required
Relevant computer literacy is mandatory
The expected annual base salary range for this role is: $103,000 - $153,000 CAD The actual base salary offered to the successful candidate may vary based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, individual's expertise and level of experience applicable to the role they are being offered. This job is for an existing vacancy. HOOPP may use artificial intelligence tools to assist in screening, assessing and selecting applicants for this position. These tools support our recruitment process but do not replace human judgment and decision-making.
About HOOPP Founded in 1960 by the Ontario Hospital Association, the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) is one of Canada’s strongest and most stable defined benefit pension plans. For over 65 years, HOOPP has delivered on its pension promise to Ontario’s healthcare workers, now serving more than 504,000 members and 870 employers across the province. With offices in Toronto and London, HOOPP manages a global, diversified multi-asset portfolio. One of Canada’s Maple 8 pension plans, HOOPP oversees $132 billion in assets and remains fully funded, supported by strong risk-adjusted returns, reliable contribution rates for more than 20 years and independent governance. Our strength is powered by our people who bring HOOPP’s mission, vision and values to life and play a crucial role in helping us succeed. We are a purpose-driven organization committed to building an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace where different perspectives drive better outcomes. We look for talented, forward-thinking individuals who want their work to have real impact on the lives of others. We believe an equitable, diverse and inclusive (EDI) workplace is integral to cultivating a positive culture. We integrate fair and inclusive practices into our programs and processes, creating equal opportunity and establishing a consistent employee experience across our organization.
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📌 Sr. Analyst, Securities Operations (14-month contract) (Ontario)
🏢 Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan Trust Fund
📍 Ontario