About Us

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 60 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.

About the Role

THE COMPANY

Tracing our roots to 1928, Wellington Management Company, LLP is one of the world’s largest independent investment management firms. With US$1 trillion in assets under management as of 31 December 2019, we serve as trusted advisers to institutional clients and mutual fund sponsors in over 50 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.

THE POSITION

We are looking to hire a highly motivated Lead Systems Analyst to make an impact in the high demand and strategic Trading Technology Team that manages Wellington’s proprietary Fixed Income, Equity and FX trading platforms. In this role, you will work closely with other members of the technology team including developers, business analysts, and QE engineers to design, develop, test, implement, and support solutions to meet new product requirements. You will interact closely with members of our Investment Implementation and Trading department in architecting world-class Trade execution capabilities. As a Systems Analyst, you will be faced with compelling challenges and encouraged to solve problems by using innovative techniques. This opportunity will allow you to work with and learn from exceptional technology and business professionals through cross-platform, data driven projects and assignments

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Lead Systems Analyst in Trading Technology, the individual will have the following responsibilities:

• Partner with different trading business teams and business analysts to define and develop requirements for order management systems (OMS) workflows and other auxiliary trading applications

• Work with the trading business team to prioritize needs and convey plans, issues and concerns to business users in a clear, logical and concise manner

• Analyze and evaluate requirements while providing product expertise and guidance throughout the implementation of the project. Ensure the solutions developed meet the business needs

• Collaborate with global software developers, database architects, vendors, and other IT and business teams determine functional specifications and design for new applications and enhancements to existing applications

• Act as primary interface for different trading vendors and brokers/dealers for onboarding and certification testing

• Develop deep knowledge and expertise in Wellington specific trading workflows

• Responsible for the release management and roll out of new functionalities to the business users

• Facilitate resolution of production issues by working with appropriate teams to research problems, track progress and determine and document solutions

• Ability to contribute hands-on in the support role by using application logs, audits etc. to research business issues and inquiries

• Stay current with evolving Trading industry and technical trends to ensure systems are of highest caliber

QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of demonstrated Business Analyst or Systems Analyst experience designing and developing technical solutions

• Demonstrated experience in design, delivery, implementation and/or support of an order management system within the investment management industry

• Hands-on experience with trade execution workflows, trade confirmation and post-trade workflows

• Knowledge of order management systems (OMS) workflows or asset class specific trading practices and protocols, electronic trading practices and markets is a plus

• Strong understanding of one or more of the following: Equity, Fixed Income, Derivatives, FX instruments

• Project management skills and experience are a plus

• Strong SQL skills

• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills

• Strong communications and interpersonal skills with the ability to handle multiple competing tasks

• Self-motivated and willing to work in an energetic, fast-paced team environment with strong time management skills including the ability to manage multiple projects in parallel.

• Bachelor’s degree required

Not 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 ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal 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: