Job Description

Asset Management Operations Analyst – Alternative Investments

Location: 71 South Wacker Drive, Chicago IL 60606-4637
Duration: 6-month contract
Pay Rate: $24.40/hr

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Asset Management Operations Analyst to join an Alternative Investment Client Services and Administrator Oversight team. This role supports private equity and hedge fund products by overseeing investor transactions, coordinating with fund administrators, and enhancing operational controls to deliver an exceptional client experience.

This position offers strong exposure to alternative investments, fund operations, investor servicing, and control oversight within a fast-paced asset management environment.

Key Responsibilities

Alternative Investment Operations

• Oversee investor transactions in private equity and hedge fund vehicles
• Ensure accurate trade-flow reporting to portfolio managers
• Review trade waivers and correction requests from internal sales teams
• Facilitate and monitor investor trade settlements

Administrator & Vendor Oversight

• Manage relationships with fund administrators and transfer agents
• Oversee servicing processes and ensure operational accuracy
• Coordinate resolution of product servicing issues and errors

Controls & Process Improvement

• Improve internal controls across accounting and operational processes
• Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies
• Enhance collection, maintenance, and reporting of product data attributes
• Lead or support ad hoc operational projects

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical capabilities
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven problem-solving ability
• Team-oriented with leadership and accountability mindset

Preferred

• 1–3 years of financial services experience
• Knowledge of alternative investments (private equity, hedge funds)
• Experience with fund administration, investor services, or investment operations

Ideal Candidate Background

• Asset management operations
• Private equity or hedge fund operations
• Fund administrator or transfer agent experience
• Trade settlement and investor transaction processing
• Operational controls and risk oversight