Investment Analyst

Bank Loan Analyst IVARITE is looking for qualified Bank Loan Analyst I in Downers Grove, IL/Houston, TX.A global investment management firm that offers a wide range of investment solutions, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), private equity, and real estate investment products.Established in the Year 2000, VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850+ global consultants, VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific, engineering, technical, and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.Job Title: Bank Loan Analyst ILocation: Downers Grove, IL/Houston, TXContract Duration: 6 months (Possible Extension)Pay Rate Range: $40.00/hr. to $45.00/hr. on W2Work Authorization: Only USC or GCDowners Grove, IL is first choice with Houston, TX being secondary. 4 days/week onsite.Here's What You'll DoJob Summary:As a premier global investment organization the Client's Bank Loan Team offers a full product line of investment options to both institutional and retail investors.This opportunity with the Bank Loan Oversight and Administration Team will provide support to the portfolio management and investment team covering various reporting areas, trade support and settlement efforts.Key Responsibilities / Duties:Responsible for the production of various scheduled reporting deliverables for internal clients, including, but not limited, to the investment team, reporting team members, legal & compliance.Ability to work as part of a team to ensure the group provides top-tier service to both internal and external clients and service providers.Work in support of the trader to ensure that all trading activity is being efficiently and accurately entered in a timely manner in support of ISSMs products.Collectively work with the trade closing team to assist in the coordination and facilitation of settlement efforts. Liaison with Client's traders, trade counter parties and agent banks.Support the team to ensure and maintain the data quality and integrity of the critical information that supports the business. Complete data mining, from a variety of internal & external sources, and analysis for Bank Loan clients.Work Experience / Knowledge:2+ years work experience preferred.Familiarity and experience with bonds and bond settlements is desired.A solid understanding of the security/loan market (LMA) and fund operations is desired.Experience in a reporting / product oversight role is plus.Experience in the investment management space is a plus.Skills / Other Personal Attributes Required:Aptitude for detail and a strong commitment to accuracyExcellent quantitative and qualitative analysis skillsAbility to conduct analysis and present data in a meaningful wayProficient user of Microsoft Office, Excel, Access and WordWorking knowledge of S&P Wall Street Office and/or Allvue-Everest is a plusTeam Oriented Team playerAbility to work independently and follow through on projectsSelf-motivated, ability to multi-task and complete tasks upon assignmentOpen-minded, flexible, and willing to listen for other people's opinionsExcellent verbal and written communication skills and effective interpersonal skillsFormal Education: (Minimum requirement to perform job duties)Bachelor's Degree required, business (Finance/Accounting) degree preferredWorking Conditions:Normal office environment with little exposure to noise, dust and temperatures.Normally a regular schedule of hours, however hours may vary depending upon the project or assignment.Hours may include evenings and/or weekends if necessary.Benefits:Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverageRetirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan.Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation.VARITE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.