ZAAM Middle Office Lead

Zurich Alternative Asset Management (ZAAM), a division of Zurich North America, is currently hiring for a Middle Office Lead, Alternative Investments.  This person will report to the Executive Director and COO, Alternative Asset Management.  This person can work in a hybrid schedule and would work in the NYC office in Lower Manhattan.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the operations support, analysis, and reporting for all alternative investments managed by ZAAM. This includes Private Equity, Hedge Funds, and US Real Estate..
• Lead and manage the day to day operation functions of the Private Equity and Hedge Fund team. Assist with the Real Estate operations functions on an ad hoc basis where needed.
• Responsible for and provide monthly and quarterly reporting, response to data requests, ad hoc requests from clients, gather and analyze data/slice and dice data, and high data quality.
• Manage and lead the governance and control aspect of the role. Be responsible for all relevant controls and be able to incorporate new controls where necessary in order to reduce risk.
• Publish quarterly performance reporting for Zurich Investors and to ZAAM investment committee.
• Prepare and analyze specific annual budget requirements related to 3rd party vendors, applications, and projects.
• Be a change management leader. Innovate processes and reporting analytics via technology and process improvement initiatives.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 5 or more years of experience in Alternative Investments, Asset Management or Operations Financial Services area AND
• Advanced Knowledge of Alternative Investments specifically Private Equity, Hedge Funds, and/or Real Estate.
• Knowledge and application of transactions including processing capital call, distribution, valuation statements and various tax records.
• Advanced Experience in Operational process and procedure efficiency.
• Expertise in financial reporting reconciliation.
• Experience in Alternative Asset reporting capabilities.
• Applications Experience-Dynamo, Burgiss, Yardi, Any alternative asset platform.
• Experience with documenting workflows and business processes.
• Experience working in an IM control and governance environment.
• Strong knowledge of IFCR control world.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree with major in Economics, Engineering, Business Admin or Accounting
• Knowledge of code-based language (e.g., Python, C++, HTML, CSS)
• Project management experience
• Data Analysis and knowledge of SQL
• Knowledge of Python and R is a plus
• Strong Microsoft Office Excel, VBA, Visio, PowerPoint and Project skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here. Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply, as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. The salary indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed salary range for this position is $113,100.00 - $185,100.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time (https://www.zurichna.com/careers/faq).

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.

As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers’ expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet 

Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission. 

Location(s): AM - New York
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No  
 
Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-MG1 #LI-ASSOCIATE