Portfolio Reference Data Analyst Co-op
Wellington Management · Boston, United States · 9d ago
WELLINGTON MANAGEMENT
Wellington Management offers comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets. Our investment solutions, tailored to the unique return and risk objectives of institutional clients in more than 50 countries, draw on a robust body of proprietary research and a collaborative culture that encourages independent thought and healthy debate. As a private partnership, we believe our ownership structure fosters a long-term view that aligns our perspectives with those of our clients.
THE COMPANY
Tracing our roots to 1928, Wellington Management Company, LLP (WMC) is one of the world’s largest independent investment management firms. With over $1 trillion in assets under management, we serve as a trusted adviser to institutional clients and mutual fund sponsors in over 60 countries. Our innovative investment solutions are built on the strength of proprietary, independent research and span nearly all segments of the global capital markets, including equity, fixed income, multi-asset, and alternative strategies. As a private partnership whose sole business is investment management, our long-term views and interests are aligned with those of our clients. We are committed to attracting a talented and diverse workforce, and to fostering an open, collaborative culture of inclusivity because we believe multiple perspectives lead to more informed investment and business decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome people with diverse life experiences, fresh ideas, and specialized subject-matterexpertise.
THE POSITION
The co-op will join the Reference Data team within Global Operations in a role that offers broad exposure across investment, operational, and client-facing processes. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of reference data that supports the firm’s investment, infrastructure, and client platforms.
The Reference Data team plays a highly critical role in supporting investment activity, operational integrity, and client servicing across the organization by delivering trusted data relied upon throughout the firm. In this role, the analyst will partner with internal stakeholders and external data vendors, perform essential data operations, and help drive continuous improvement in data quality, controls, and scalable processes that support the investment lifecycle. This is a strong opportunity for someone who is intellectually curious, collaborative, and motivated to build deep expertise in a function that is foundational to the firm’s success.
RESPONSIBILITIES
To assist the Reference Data Operations team with daily operational functions including:
Support investment teams with security setup and maintenance across equities, fixed incomeand derivatives.
Coordinate with custodian banks to obtain and update cash rates.
Liaise with Trading, underwriters, market data vendors, and government sources to obtain required documentation on bond issuances.
Analyze security documentation, including prospectuses and offering documents, to assess portfolio eligibility.
Leverage market data vendors and rating agencies, including Bloomberg, Markit, and major ratings providers to analyze and validate data changes
Provide timely, accurate, and thorough support for routine and complex inquiries.
Assist in developing controls to strengthen daily operational processes.
Support special projects as directed by management.
QUALIFICATIONS
A successful candidate will have strong academic credentials and an interest in investment management, financial markets, and data-driven operations. Coursework in finance, economics, business management, data science, mathematics, computer science, or a related field is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required, and exposure to SQL, Bloomberg, or pythonis a plus. The ideal candidate will communicate effectively, work collaboratively with global teams, ask thoughtful questions, and take a proactive approach to learning and problem solving. Prior internship, co-op, or project experience in financial services, data analysis, operations, or research is helpful but not required.
Please note:This co-op position entails cross-training to ensure optimal performance across functions. The anticipated start date for accepted candidates is December 2026/January 2027.
Only Northeastern University students are eligible for this program.
JOB TITLE
Portfolio Reference Data Analyst Co-opLOCATION
280 CongressNot sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? That’s ok. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skill, workplace experiences, and backgrounds.
As an equal opportunity employer, Wellington Management considers all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you are a candidate with a disability, or are assisting a candidate with a disability, and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please email us at GMWTalentOperations@wellington.com
At Wellington Management, our approach to compensation is designed to help us attract, inspire and retain the best talent in our industry. We strive to pay employees fairly and competitively across all levels and roles. Our approach to compensation considers all aspects of total compensation; all employees are eligible to receive salary, variable compensation, and benefits. The base salary range for this position is:
$19-$35 per hourThis range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered when making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; role; skills and experience; certifications; and education. This range is an estimate, and further details on salary and total compensation aspects will be shared with candidates during the recruitment process.
Base salary is only one component of Wellington’s total compensation approach. Other rewards may include a discretionary Corporate Bonus and/ or Incentives, if eligible. In addition, we offer a comprehensive and high value benefit package to meet the unique needs of our employees and their families, and we are committed to fostering a flexible work environment that enables employees to thrive personally and professionally. Examples of our benefits include retirement plan, health and wellbeing, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage, health savings account, flexible spending accounts and commuter program, employee assistance program, life and disability insurance, adoption assistance, back-up childcare, tuition/CFA reimbursement and paid time off (leave of absence, paid holidays, volunteer, sick and vacation time).
We believe that in person interactions inspire and energize our community and are essential to our culture. In support of this commitment, our employees work from our offices 4 days a week with flexibility to work remotely 1 day a week. We believe that this approach ultimately supports our mission to deliver investment excellence to our clients and their beneficiaries over the long term.