Fund & Investment Operations Analyst, Senior Associate

Fund & Investment Operations Analyst, Senior Associate

Location: Malvern, PA- Hybrid Role

Looking for your next opportunity within Vanguard? Well look no further! The Fund & Investment Operations Analyst, Senior Associate role on the Derivatives & Collateral Management team may be the perfect next step.

As part of Vanguard's Middle Office organization, our team plays a critical role in protecting Vanguard funds by ensuring appropriate collateral is exchanged with some of the world's largest financial institutions. We serve as a key control point between our investment, trading, and external counterparties, helping to mitigate risk and support the firm's derivatives activity.

This position offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to financial markets, derivatives, risk management, and investment operations while working in a collaborative environment. You'll have the chance to drive process improvements, partner with internal and external stakeholders, and develop expertise in a specialized area that directly supports Vanguard's investment business.

What You'll Do

• Manage daily collateral operations and relationships with assigned broker-dealers and custodians.
• Investigate and resolve operational breaks, reconciliation differences, and complex exceptions.
• Lead and support process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, controls, and risk management.
• Partner with internal teams and external organizations to resolve issues and ensure seamless operations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and help strengthen procedures, controls, and team knowledge.

Who May Be Interested

This opportunity may be a great fit for someone who:

• Enjoys solving complex problems and taking ownership of outcomes.
• Wants to deepen their understanding of derivatives, collateral management, middle office functions, and the broader financial markets.
• Thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys working with partners across teams and global markets while managing their own responsibilities.
• Is interested in financial markets and wants to build a strong foundation for a long-term career in the investment industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of related work experience
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business-related degree preferred
• Experience with derivatives and/or collateral management is preferred but not required
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

This role is designated as a Fund Access Person position and is subject to applicable trading restrictions and requirements.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.