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Monica Gupta
OBJECTIVE –
To pursue a full-time position in the field of investments. PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE –
8 plus years of experience in PR, Banking and Investment Management
Proficient in multiple CRM, Tools and Systems
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, OneNote) and social media
Inculcated and developed analytical, multi-tasking and time management skills and keenly interested in social work pertaining to the social welfare
EDUCATION –
Pacific Lutheran University, Tacoma, WA [Sep 2015 – July 2016] o Degree –Master of Science in Finance
KC College of Management Studies, Mumbai MH, India [Aug 2009 – April 2011] o Degree – Post Graduate Degree in Finance
University of Mumbai, Mumbai MH, INDIA [June 2007 – April 2009] o Degree – Master of Commerce, Business Management
University of Mumbai, Mumbai MH, INDIA [June 2004 – April 2007] o Degree – Bachelor of Commerce, Accountancy & Finance EXPERIENCE –
Perkins Coie Trust Company LLC, Seattle WA, USA [August 2019 – Present] o Designation – Investment Officer
o Department – Investments
o Duties Performed –
Provide the highest and best services level to our clients, colleagues, partners and stakeholders
Prepare materials and participate in client review meetings as support of the CIO
Portfolio Management – monitoring and executing trades as needed; updating account information
(Investment Policy Statements, restricted securities, cash reserves, etc.)
Client account(s) performance reporting and delivery
Research of capital market and economic environment, including portfolio strategies
Quantitative and qualitative analysis, due diligence, sourcing of investment ideas, security screening and monitoring on defined universe of equity and fixed income securities
Make effective use of research and analytical tools including Bloomberg Terminal, PSN Universe, Morningstar, FIS trading and First-Rate reporting systems
Preparing materials for reporting- performance, attributes, costs, bond ratings and model allocations
Maintaining, asset classification and other account parameters to ensure quality of performance reporting
Ensuring compliance with performance reporting standards and composite reporting policy
Develop and maintain quality business relationships with brokers and fund managers and maintain the highest data integrity
Ad-hoc projects as requested by the Chief Investment Officer (reviewing the investment accounts for accuracy, IPS updates, RFPs)
Effectively communicating with the Investment team and with the Management, Trust Administration and Operation teams.
Vestory LLC, Bellevue WA, USA [April 2018 – June 2019] o Designation – Manager of Client Relations
o Department – Financial Operations
o Duties Performed –
Provide support to Advisory teams
Training new recruits
Managing the client service representatives along with other members of the operations team
Partner with team to fulfill client requests and resolve service-related issues and inquiries
Process tasks and resolve issues in a timely and accurate manner
Assisting advisers to build new client portfolios, rebalance and identify cash needs on TRX
Executing trades and money movements
Creating & reviewing Blueprints (comprehensive financial analysis for prospects) done by the team and providing suggestions
Overlook new accounts and paperwork management
Assist advisers during prospect and/or client meetings
Building client relationship and follow up when required
Continually communicate with advisers and team on client updates
Proactively identifying service-related issues and working with the director to streamline the process
Assisting senior adviser to build portfolios and generate reports for Dimensional Funds on Returns W.
Master all systems (TRX, Returns W, Redtail, Sharefile, Schwab Advisor Center, Orion, MoneyGuide Pro)
Ad-hoc projects as assigned by the advisers
Rotella Capital Management, Bellevue WA, USA [Aug 2016 – August 2017] o Designation – Client Relations Manager
o Department - Business Development
o Duties Performed –
On-boarding new clients
Managing existing client relationship
Supervise and review the tasks of the office manager
Coordinating and hosting operational due diligence
Collating and circulating regular investor reporting
Conducting investor update calls/meetings
Coordinating ad hoc investor requests
Liaising with fund service providers
Designing and preparing standard documents such as pitchbooks, investor reports, and due diligence documentation
Coordinating conference participation and working on the materials
Issuing press release
Prospecting for new investors
Conducting introductory calls
Coordinating and hosting new prospective investor meetings
Replying to RFPs
On-boarding investor subscription & off-boarding investors redemptions
Updating marketing documents and working closely with compliance team to get them approved
Maintaining relevant data and sourcing information from CRM and systems (Backstop, Bloomberg, Dow Jones, Sharepoint, PerTrac, Advisor Analysis, CTA Intelligence, Preqin)
Pacific Lutheran University, Tacoma WA, USA [Sep 2015 – May 2016] o Designation – Graduate Assistant/ Fellow
o Duties Performed –
Basic research and engage in literature searches
Setting the test paper for under graduates
Grading of student assignments and test for under graduates
Monitoring and proctoring exams for the under graduates
Perform a variety of administrative tasks including preparation of power point presentations, data entry and analysis, sending out update via e-mails to under graduates
Adfactors PR, Mumbai MH, India [May 2011 – May 2014] o Designation – Account Executive
o SBU - Banks and Financial Services (BFSI)
o Duties Performed –
Maintained planning, developing and implementing PR strategies
Liaising with colleagues and key spokesperson
Liaising with and answering enquiries from media, individuals and other organizations
Researching, writing and distributing press releases to targeted media
Collating and analyzing media coverage
Writing and editing in-house magazines, case studies, speeches and articles
Preparing and supervising the production of publicity brochures, handouts, direct mail leaflets, devising and coordinating photo opportunities
Organizing events including press conferences, exhibitions, and press tours
Maintaining and updating information on the organization’s website and at digital platforms
Sourcing and managing speaking and sponsorship opportunities
Commissioning market research
Managing the PR aspect of a potential crisis situation
Citigroup Global Services Ltd, Mumbai MH, India [May 2007 – April 2009] o Designation – Junior Processing Officer
o Department – Bancards (Credit cards)
o Duties Performed –
Reviewed status of delinquent accounts weekly and collect delinquent balance
Researched disputed delinquent account balances and took appropriate action to resolve the underlying issues
Evaluated delinquent account write-offs under the direction of Credit and Collection Manager
Performed daily invoicing of billable activities and serviced customer inquiries
Completed special projects as they were assigned (Training new recruits, Quality analysis)
Processed and monitored credits and returns to ensure that the receivable aging report reflects valid and collectable balance
RECOMMENDATIONS –
Available on request