Risk Analyst - Liquidity Risk Management Program

SEI (NASDAQ:SEIC) is a leading global provider of investment processing, fund processing, and investment management business outsourcing solutions that help corporations, financial institutions, financial advisors, and ultra-high-net-worth families create and manage wealth. The series Trust Risk and Liquidity Risk Management Program Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the Liquidity Risk Management Programs (“LRMP”) under Rule 22e-4 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 for numerous open-end investment companies and exchange traded funds across multiple series trusts. This role will primarily be responsible for the oversight of liquidity risk policies and procedures at the series trust level. In addition, the role will participate in the coordination of regulatory reporting, governance, and operational risk processes across the series trust.

What you’ll do:

• Coordinate Liquidity Risk Management Programs for open-end mutual fund and exchange traded fund series trusts; review policies and procedures of funds to ensure that they are reasonably designed to incorporate the elements specified by Rule 22e-4 and include any additional elements deemed necessary to effectively assess and manage the liquidity risk of funds within the series trusts.
• Prepare and deliver written reports to Boards of Trustees assessing the operation, adequacy and effectiveness of numerous fund LRMPs, including the operation of the highly liquid investment minimum under the Program, and any material changes to the Program.
• Regularly conduct independent research to develop and maintain a broad understanding of current/future macro and micro market conditions.  Develop and maintain an understanding of market fundamentals and conditions that impact liquidity, pricing and valuations.
• Assist in the development and updating of processes and procedures that incorporate the required level of controls and conduct ongoing monitoring and review of client liquidity classifications.
• Assist with client and prospect inquiries regarding the unit’s liquidity program management and related solutions (e.g., Forms NPORT & NCEN), serving as a subject matter expert in client/prospect meetings as well as participating in industry events (including speaking on and/or moderating panels).
• Coordinate across multiple functional teams to identify opportunities to improve risk-based processes while maintaining strong controls, documentation, and audit readiness.
• Contribute to ongoing regulatory rules and regulations impacting the series trust directly or indirectly from a trust level perspective.

What you bring to the table:

• B.S./B.A. in financial related field
• 8 + years experience in financial industry, alternatives experience a plus
• Strong understanding of compliance program management, including risk assessment, policy implementation, monitoring/testing, and regulatory reporting within a financial services environment
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, and internal policies to business practices, with sound judgment in identifying, escalating, and helping resolve compliance risks
• Experience developing, maintaining, and enhancing compliance policies, procedures, controls, and documentation to support regulatory obligations and audit readiness
• Demonstrated ability to partner with business, legal, risk, audit, operations, and senior stakeholders to provide practical compliance guidance and support effective governance
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear reporting, communicate regulatory developments, and present compliance matters to committees, boards, clients, or other stakeholders as needed
• Participate in at least one relevant industry association
• Work independently, take ownership, and manage multiple concurrent projects
• Apply strong problem-solving, organizational, and detail-oriented skills
• Remain flexible, positive, and effective under pressure
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Attributes we value:

• A drive to learn new systems and concepts to ultimately have a broad knowledge of the industry.
• Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. As the needs of our clients change, we need to be flexible to change with them.  
• Positivity and genuine interest in assisting both colleagues and clients.
• Curiosity and critical thinking: Whether it’s to identify a solution to a problem or possibly help implement a more efficient process or procedure, your skills have a place in our business. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the work environment may require an individual to move around the office and from building to building which may expose the individual to weather conditions outside. The individual must be able to sit or be stationary at a computer and use computers for extended periods of time and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The noise level in the environment is moderate and the individual must be able to communicate and exchange information with people in person and over the telephone and email.

SEI’s competitive advantage:

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being, a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, support for working parents and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about. 

Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription, wellness, EAP, FSA), life and disability insurance (premiums paid for base coverage), 401(k) match, education assistance, commuter benefits, up to 11 paid holidays/year, 21 days PTO/year pro-rated for new hires which increases over time, paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, a discounted stock purchase plan, investment options, access to thriving employee networks and more.

We are a technology and asset management company delivering on our promise of building brave futures (SM)—for our clients, our communities, and ourselves.  Come build your brave future at SEI.  

The position title reflected in this job description is aligned with SEI's current internal job architecture. As part of SEI's role and career framework, internal job titles may not directly correspond to external market titles and may differ from titles previously assigned during an employee's tenure or at the time of hire.

SEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and so much more…

After over 50 years in business, SEI remains a leading global provider of investment processing, investment management, and investment operations solutions. Reflecting our experience within financial services and financial technology our offices encompass an open floor plan and numerous art installations designed to encourage innovation and creativity in our workforce. We recognize that our people are our most valuable asset and that a healthy, happy, and motivated workforce is key to our continued growth. At SEI, we’re (literally) invested in your success. We offer our employees paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, education assistance and access to thriving employee networks. 

SEI is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

AI Acceptable Use in the application and interview process:

SEI acknowledges the growing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) tools into individuals’ personal and professional lives.  If you intend to incorporate the use of any AI tools at any stage of the application and/or interview process, please ensure you have reviewed and adhere to our AI use guidelines.