Analyst, Investment Operations

Reporting To:

Manager, Global Operations

Shift:

EMEA (1:30 pm - 10:30 pm IST) (India)

About Russell Investments, Mumbai: 

Russell Investments is a leading outsourced financial partner and global investment solutions firm providing a wide range of investment capabilities to institutional investors, financial intermediaries, and individual investors around the world. Building on an 90-year legacy of continuous innovation to deliver exceptional value to clients, Russell Investments works every day to improve the financial security of its clients. The firm is “Top 12 Ranked Consultant (2009-2024)” in P&I survey 2024 with $964 billion in assets under advisement (as of December 31, 2025) and $381.8 billion in assets under management (as of March 31, 2026) for clients in 30 countries. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington in the United States, Russell Investments has offices around the world, including London, New York, Toronto, Sydney, Tokyo, Shanghai, and Mumbai.

Joining our Mumbai office means becoming part of a globally connected team where associates collaborate across functions, geographies, and time zones to support the work of a globally recognized asset management firm. Based in Goregaon (East), you will have the opportunity to work alongside colleagues around the world, contribute to meaningful initiatives, and build your career in a collaborative and inclusive environment. The Mumbai office operates with varying shifts to support collaboration across global time zones.

For more information, please visit https://www.russellinvestments.com.

Job Description:

As a Reconciliation and Corporate Actions Analyst, you will support day-to-day operational activities across reconciliation and corporate actions for equity, fixed income, and FX transactions. This is an excellent opportunity for fresh graduates or early-career professionals to build a strong foundation in investment operations and the trade lifecycle within a global asset management environment.

You will work closely with internal teams such as portfolio managers, traders, analysts, and operations colleagues, contributing to accurate data management, timely reporting, and efficient operational processes. With structured training and hands-on exposure, you will develop technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills while upholding high operational and ethical standards.

Years of Experience

• 0–1 years of experience, including internships, projects, or part-time roles in financial services, operations, accounting, finance, or a related field.

• Fresh graduates with strong academic credentials and interest in financial markets are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Strong willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Detail-oriented mindset with an appreciation for data accuracy and controls.

• Basic understanding or academic exposure to financial markets, securities, or investment products (equity, fixed income, FX preferred).

• Comfortable working with data using Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools.

• Analytical curiosity with the ability to investigate issues and escalate appropriately.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and new processes.

Responsibilities

• Support daily trade, cash, and position reconciliations across equity, fixed income, and FX instruments.

• Assist in reconciling data between internal systems and external custodians or fund administrators.

• Perform basic cash and position checks, including dividends, interest, fees, and corporate action postings.

• Support the processing of corporate actions such as dividends, splits, mergers, and tax adjustments under guidance.

• Help identify, document, and escalate reconciliation breaks or data mismatches.

• Assist in preparing daily, monthly, and periodic operational reports.

• Maintain process documentation and ensure adherence to established operational procedures.

• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve routine operational queries.

• Support initiatives to improve workflows, automation, and reporting efficiency.

• Handle sensitive data responsibly and adhere to internal policies and controls.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Mathematics, or a related discipline.

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, pivot tables, data filters).

• Interest in investment operations, asset management, or financial services.

• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a team environment.

• Exposure to financial systems or tools (e.g., Bloomberg, portfolio accounting systems) is a plus but not mandatory.

Core Values & Skills

• Organized and disciplined with strong attention to detail.

• Proactive learner with a problem-solving mindset.

• Collaborative team player who is dependable and eager to contribute.

• Client- and quality-focused, with an appreciation for accuracy and controls.

• Open to feedback, continuous learning, and skill development.

• Acts with integrity and maintains confidentiality at all times.

About Us

At Russell Investments, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and building strong early-career talent. We provide a supportive environment where freshers can learn from experienced professionals, develop a global perspective, and grow their careers in financial services. If you are motivated, curious, and passionate about operational excellence, we would love to hear from you.