Job Description

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the worldxe2x80x99s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.Thatxe2x80x99s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply xe2x80x98empowerxe2x80x99 you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.Take the lead and wexe2x80x99ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.For our business, for clients, and for youABOUT APEXThe Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the worldxe2x80x99s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers. Apex has continually improved and evolved its product suite by surrounding these core administrative services with additional products spanning the full value chain of a fund; from information delivery and regulatory products to fund platforms and tax services. The globally distributed service model has rapidly expanded through a combination of organic growth and more recently bolstered by acquisition. Service is now delivered by over 3000 staff across 40 offices. The Apex Group administers circa $650bn in assets, including the investments of some of the largest funds and institutional investors in the world.POSITION: Associate 3DEPARTMENT: Operations- Loan AdminLOCATION: PuneSHIFT: - US SHIFTSummary of RoleWe are seeking an experienced Loan Syndication Process Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely cash and position reconciliation for loan syndication transactions. This role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.The CandidateThe candidate will have a good working knowledge and experience working with Loan Syndication, Bank Loan, CLOs, CDOs, Credit Funds and the different types of Loans. They will be driven and motivated to achieve excellence through hard work, good organizational skills, excellent communication and attention to detail.Key Responsibilities:

• Asset administration: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to performing and coordinating a variety of administrative duties and tasks including

• Transaction Processing: Process loan syndication transactions, including Asset setup, Processing Rollovers, rate set, Paydowns, Restructure, merging & Funging
• Data Analysis: Analyze cash and position discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions. Preparing and assisting with various reports required by internal teams
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with loan syndication transactions, including operational, credit, and market risks.

• Stakeholder Management: Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, operations teams, as well as external stakeholders, such as Agents & custodians.
• Process Improvement: Continuously review and improve loan syndication processes to increase efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance customer satisfaction.

• Cash/Position Reconciliation: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to performing and coordinating a variety of reconciliation duties and tasks including

• Preparing daily reconciliation of cash transactions
• Preparing daily reconciliation of Apex/Client positions
• Ensuring aged breaks (over 3 days) are addressed and escalated
• Processing and reconciling data in various systems
• Actively researching discrepancies with various agents and internal teams
• Performing Position Reconciliation- Client vs Agent & Client vs Custodian
• Preparing and ensuring all Reporting is issued within the required timeframes

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Degree in Accounting/Finance, or a relevant qualification
• Candidate should have 2+ yearsxe2x80x99 experience working in loan syndication
• Extensive knowledge of Loan Syndication, Bank Loan, CLOs/CDOs
• Understanding or knowledge of various security types xe2x80x93 Private Debt, Syndicated Loans, Bonds, Equities, Warrants etc.
• Understanding of trade lifecycle
• Knowledge and understanding of securities and other financial instruments Computer proficiency with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, familiarity with Geneva
• Must have experience in Geneva tool.

Role-Specific Competencies/Skills:

• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Advanced Excel.
• Attention to details & able to perform tasks independently
• Adaptability - able to change tasks quickly as per business need
• Uses discretion when dealing with sensitive and confidential information
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to adapt communication style to audience
• Proven ability to prioritize responsibilities, manage time effectively and meet deadlines accordingly
• Self-motivated

Corporate Competencies:

• Initiative
• Responsiveness/Sense of urgency
• Accountability
• Integrity

We are an equal opportunity employer who seeks to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital/civil partnership status, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, colour, sexual orientation or disability.Find out more about us by visiting our website at .Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct souring model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.

Apex Group