Equity Service Analyst

Equity Service Analyst
Location: London
Role Type: Permanent
Work Setup: 5 days in the office 

Who We Are

Vanguard is one of the world's leading investment firms, dedicated to helping clients achieve lasting financial success. Established in 1975, its unique ownership structure-where funds own the company and investors own the funds-ensures all efforts are focused on client outcomes. Known for integrity, innovation, and low-cost investing, fosters an inclusive and collaborative culture that empowers employees to make a meaningful impact globally.

What you'll do:

• Provide asset-class aligned support to Global Equity, Enterprise Investment Services, and enterprise data clients, serving as the primary contact for investment data and trade inquiries, ensuring data integrity to enhance investment decisions and fund oversight.
• Manage daily and ad hoc tasks under tight deadlines, balancing multiple priorities to meet operational objectives.
• Oversee operational activities for accurate, timely data delivery; analyze and resolve complex data issues in assigned domains.
• Identify and lead process improvement initiatives, performing root cause analysis and implementing solutions.
• Deliver direct client support, anticipating needs and exceeding expectations, leveraging FFS and IMG-wide networks for issue resolution.
• Develop deep knowledge of assigned funds, securities, and operational processes, understanding portfolio impacts.
• Supports new product launches and improvement projects by documenting and validating business requirements, ensuring accurate system setup, and coordinating with clients and stakeholders.
• Recommend workflow enhancements, integrate technologies into processes, and update procedures to improve efficiency.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

What you bring:

• Undergraduate degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field.
• Minimum of three years relevant work experience (trading process or trading support), preferably trading floor experience within an Asset Manager.
• Strong analytical, research, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Experience with large, high-volume datasets.
• Proficiency in Data Management procedures; understanding of data domain workflows preferred.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong judgment; able to analyze issues independently and act with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated problem identification, analysis, and resolution skills in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills; VBA and SQL knowledge a plus.

What's Next:

If you are ready to take the next step, apply now. Successful applicants will be contacted directly by a recruiter to discuss the role more.

We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require support or adjustments to the recruitment process, our Adjustment Concierge Service is here to help. Please feel free to contact us at (see below) to discuss how we can support you.

This position is being recruited on behalf of our client through our Outsourcing service line. Resource Solutions Limited, trading as Robert Walters, acts as an employment business and agency, partnering with top organizations to help them find the best talent. We welcome applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities.