Corporate Actions Officer

Pictet is an investment-led service company, offering wealth management, asset management and related services.

We are an independent investment partnership known for our long-term mindset, responsible approach to business and entrepreneurial spirit. These principles have defined us since 1805. For our clients, colleagues, and wider society, we always aim to do the right thing and honour our commitment to enduring quality.

With more than CHF 686 billion in assets under management or custody as of December 31st 2023, Pictet is today one of the leading Europe-based independent wealth and asset managers.

The Group is headquartered in Geneva, where its activities began, and employs more than 5000 employees. With 30 offices, it is also present in Amsterdam, Basel, Barcelona, Brussels, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Lausanne, London, Luxembourg, Madrid, Milan, Monaco, Montreal, Munich, Nassau, Osaka, Paris, Rome, Shanghai, Singapore, Stuttgart, Taipei, Tel-Aviv, Tokyo, Turin, Verona, Shanghai, New York and Zurich.

The Pictet Group is one of the world's leading independent wealth and asset managers. Founded in 1805 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the Group is represented at 30 offices in financial centres worldwide, and currently employs over 5200 people. Pictet has been present since 1989 in Luxembourg, where it employs over 700 people.

Operations provide secure and efficient processing of Pictet's banking transactions and investment funds. Our teams ensure all activities follow regulations and manage risks.

By developing and maintaining a modern, robust infrastructure, we guarantee reliable, high-quality services for Pictet wealth management, asset management and real estate clients.

• Manage Corporate Actions with client/Portfolio Manager choices (Corporate Action notifications, deadline management, handling client/custodian instructions, etc.)
• Monitor and ensure compliance with deadlines
• Calculate the impact of Corporate Actions on our Funds (UCITS – AIF, etc.)
• Conduct investigations with custodians in case of incomplete or missing information
• Keep portfolio managers, financial analysts, and custodians informed
• Ensure daily management of income (coupons, dividends, reimbursements)
• Analyze and process mandatory Corporate Actions (stock splits or reverse splits, free share allocations, mergers, demergers, etc.)
• Control and analyze the impact of our operations for investment fund clients
• Billing and control of processed operations
• Billing of Corporate Actions on OTC products such as "Contract for Difference" and Loans
• Manage breaks and perform reconciliations
• Participate in testing campaigns for new developments

• University degree in finance or equivalent (Bachelor's level or similar)
• Good knowledge of traditional financial products (equities, bonds)
• Excellent knowledge of investment funds
• Knowledge of derivatives and structured products
• Good understanding of interbank messaging systems (SWIFT)
• Proficient in using various financial information platforms (Telekurs, Bloomberg)
• Knowledge of Avaloq: an asset
• Languages: Fluent in French, good level of English

We will not accept any CVs from agencies.

In accordance with the provisions of the Luxembourg law of 23 July 2016 amending the law of 29 March 2013, candidates may be required to provide an extract from their criminal record. This document, issued by the authorities, must not be older than three months. Such a document will be requested with the aim of carrying out a character check on candidates, bearing in mind the area of activity of our establishment and, more particularly, the tasks described in the job description.

Flexible and modern ways of working

As a responsible and supportive employer, we promote the well-being of our employees through a set of flexible working arrangements, ranging from a work-from-home policy for eligible functions to opportunities for annualised part-time leave and extended parental leave.

Pictet is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. We respect all individuals and seek their inclusion in the workplace.