Project Officer

Are you ready to take on an exciting role as a Project Officer in the fast-paced world of corporate actions management? If you have a passion for project management, financial markets, and want to work with a dynamic team, then we have an opportunity for you

**Overview**:
As a Project Officer, you will be responsible for assisting project managers in handling various corporate actions, such as floats, takeovers, buy-backs, and rights issues. Your role will involve project planning, documentation, negotiation with suppliers, and ensuring projects are executed efficiently and within agreed timelines.

**Key Accountabilities and Main Responsibilities**:

- Assist project managers in preparing project documentation and attending meetings with internal/external suppliers to ensure compliance with contract terms and service level agreements
- Under supervision, manage minor corporate actions by scoping projects, identifying processing options, and determining resource requirements.
- Prepare comprehensive project management documentation, including workflow sheets, business rules, risk management strategies, and supplier contracts, ensuring approval from senior management.
- Oversee the execution and timely delivery of capital markets projects, adhering to processes and procedures.
- Ensure all legislative, client, and organizational requirements are met promptly.
- Contribute to post-project reviews and implement improvements to project processes and documentation.
- Assist in invoice preparation and review for corporate action projects.
- Participate in the development of a cost-efficient business plan to align with Link's strategic goals.
- Provide support to the Campaigns analyst in achieving key milestones related to Contact Centre/Campaign requirements.

**Experience & Personal Attributes**:

- Knowledge of the securities industry and financial markets, including Corporations Law, ASTC Settlement Rules, and ASX Listing Rules.
- Aptitude and eagerness to develop project management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including negotiation and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated initiative, motivation, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
- Flexibility to work extra hours and travel, if required, to meet business needs.
- Knowledge of financial markets, law, or prior experience in the securities industry is a plus, but not essential.

**What's it like to work here?**

At LINK, we take pride in fostering a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment. We value diversity and genuinely care about the health and wellbeing of our team members. We're committed to continuous learning and provide the tools you need for career growth and personal development.

**Join us and enjoy a range of benefits, including**:

- Salary sacrificing via Superannuation.
- Paid parental leave scheme.
- Employee discounts on health insurance.
- Hybrid working model for increased flexibility.
- Volunteer leave to make a difference in your community.

Link Group is a leading fund administration and share registry specialist. We are a market leading provider of technology-enabled administration solutions, continually developing our offerings to expand with our clients' needs. Since our inception, Link Group has been entrusted by clients to handle sensitive data in a secure and confidential manner. Our core businesses of fund administration and securities registration are complemented by our expertise in digital solutions and data analytics.

Our Corporate Markets division provides clients with a comprehensive corporate market offering that connects issuers to their stakeholders. Our uniquely integrated range of corporate markets capabilities includes shareholder management and analytics, stakeholder engagement, share and unit registry, and employee share plans. We also offer company secretarial support, as well as various specialist offerings such as insolvency solutions. We operate in twelve countries throughout Australasia, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, United Kingdom and Europe.

Our teams combine a wealth of industry experience with a rigorous focus on client management to deliver a premium service underpinned by market leading digital technology provided by our Technology division.

Link Group is building a dynamic, client focused, caring and inclusive culture that is built on the foundations of an entrepreneurial spirit, effective risk management, empathy and trust, and underpinned by its core values.

We are an inclusive employer whose people work collaboratively. We encourage, support and value the various talents and perspectives of our people and promote a flexible and blended work environment where our people can thrive and their wellbeing is supported. We know that diversity drives better client outcomes, continuous improvement, and growth. Be part of the Link Group journey and together w