Investment Operations Specialist

Northwestern Mutual’s Investment Operations team supports the management of the company’s institutional investments. Team members   assist   in operational tasks related to those assets, with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and risk management.

Assist   in monitoring investment portfolios by reconciling cash positions, investment holdings, and critical data attributes to ensure accuracy and timeliness .   Respond to internal and external inquiries   regarding   investment holdings, activities, and portfolio details .   Help prepare internal reports and external regulatory filings using tools like   PowerBI , Snowflake, and Microsoft Excel .   Participate in process modernization efforts, incorporating digital tools, automation, and AI-driven analytics to streamline workflows and enhance data governance .   Collaborate with teams across Finance and Risk and Institutional Investments to ensure seamless operations and alignment with company   objectives .   Assist   in risk management activities, including conducting basic risk assessments and ensuring adherence to risk policies and regulatory standards .   Support enterprise risk management efforts by   identifying   potential   operational risks in investment activities and contributing to resiliency planning .   Assist   in data governance activities, including ensuring data quality, implementing governance policies and standards, and supporting data stewardship .   Ensure accurate, efficient , and timely execution of operational activities across asset classes and managed accounts   of reoccurring transactions in   public, private, and/or real estate asset classes   most asset classes in PI, MSA, NMC and NMRE's public and private managed portfolios including domestic fixed income, common stock, foreign, private placements, real estate equity and mortgage loans. Work with   front   office to settle transactions.   Collaborate with   senior staff members to solve more complex issues   and   work with custodial bank representatives, brokers,   traders,   and field offices.   Maintain investment data on various systems, conduct   reconciliations,   and work closely with Investment Accounting, Financial Management,   Law   and other related investment areas to resolve issues.   Respond   to and   investigate cash receivable and payable exceptions. Resolve a wide variety of standard problems.   Stay informed of industry   and regulatory   changes and developments that affect processing procedures.   A ssist with testing, system enhancements, upgrades, new initiatives and other projects involving procedural and workflow changes and may make recommendations for process improvements.     Ensure adherence to contractual terms and amendments through interpretation and analysis of basic legal documents.   What You'll Bring to the Role: Adaptability and a growth mindset   Skills in data literacy   Basic experience in data visualization or automation software   Attention to detail   Ability to handle data intensive tasks in a fast-paced setting   Bachelor's degree in business with emphasis in finance, accounting, management, real estate or information systems or equivalent related experience.   1-3 years of related, investment operations experience preferred.   General knowledge of a variety of investment asset types.   Strong verbal and written communication skills .   S trong   problem-solving   skills and analytical ability .   #LI-Onsite #LI-Hybrid   Compensation Range: Pay Range - Start: $56,640.00 Pay Range - End: $84,960.00 Geographic Specific Pay Structure: Structure 110: $62,320.00 USD - $93,480.00 USD Structure 115: $65,120.00 USD - $97,680.00 USD We believe in fairness and transparency. It’s why we share the salary range for most of our roles. However, final salaries are based on a number of factors, including the skills and experience of the candidate; the current market;