Overview

Through a broad product line ranging from open-end and closed-end mutual funds to separately managed accounts, Allianz Global Investors Distributors (AGID) provides access to the specialized equity and fixed-income expertise of its affiliated institutional investment firms. Together, these firms manage more than $1 trillion (as of 06/30/08).

The Business Operations Analyst will join the AGID strategic initiatives team. This position will provide exposure to a wide range of departments throughout the organization and involve a combination of presentation development, project management, and analysis. There will also be numerous opportunities for interaction with senior managers and participation in business critical projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing strategy presentations and reports for senior management
• Participate in researching, recommending, and implementing cost-reduction and efficiency improvements for systems and processes utilized throughout the retail group (including both internal and third-party resources)
• Provide support for sales and assets reporting and analysis for senior management
• Produce quarterly and annual reports for AGID’s affiliated sub-advisors as well as trustee materials
• Conduct general vendor reviews and provide ongoing assessments of third-party performance and invoicing
• Develop reports on cash flows, assets, and larger industry trends across product lines and distribution channels
• Provide limited administrative support for meeting preparation and materials development

Requirements and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Preferred 1-2 years of experience in financial services/consulting or demonstrated strong desire to work in financial services industry
• Superior organizational, speaking, and writing skills
• Extensive experience and facility with PowerPoint and other presentation/design applications

Responsibilities:

• Serve financial advisors and wholesalers (via incoming calls)
• Promote PIMCO Funds and Allianz Funds products to brokerage community (via outbound calls)
• Assist financial support for financial advisors for their continued marketing efforts
• Maintain and update sales database for their territory
• Occasional travel with external wholesaler
• Assist marketing and operational departments

Requirements:

• 4-year degree
• Excellent communications skills
• Must study to receive Series 7 and 66 licenses