Role Summary:
This position performs accurate and timely set up and maintenance of securities (stock, bonds, and derivatives) that are needed for immediate trading while ensuring daily operational deadlines are met. Concurrently, oversees T. Rowe Price's service provider who performs setups and maintenance of securities that are not needed for immediate trading. Works under minimal supervision with direct accountability for checklist tasks and daily processes. Develops in-depth knowledge and expertise in their own job discipline and working knowledge of related disciplines within the Middle Office. Works closely with trading, compliance, operations, relationship managers, technology teams and vendors to ensure a seamless and efficient stakeholder experience. Leads or assists with projects and work streams that are related to security reference data across the firm. Approaches this role with the mindset of wanting to understand the how and why behind it. Participates in cross-departmental and cross-divisional initiatives designed to improve accuracy, generate efficiencies, and reduce risk. Comfort with change as each day can be different and our organization is looking ahead to impactful system improvements that will change the way we operate.
Responsibilities:
Executes or coordinates the processing of security setup and maintenance, ensuring activities are accurate and compliant. Escalates identified issues and seeks guidance on appropriate corrective actions.
Performs oversight of T. Rowe Price's service provider
Interacts with securities operations staff, relationship managers, portfolio managers, trading desks, and investment liaisons to collect and communicate basic information that impacts securities.
With guidance and following established controls, checks and validates third-party data imports.
Contributes feedback for management and third-party vendors on timeliness and quality.
Preferred:
Knowledge of the securities or financial services industry
SQL database management experience
Security Master experience
Bloomberg experience
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a team environment