ABF Transaction Support & Platform Operations
Barings, Boston, MA, United States
ABF Transaction Support & Platform Operations
Barings is seeking a highly organized and execution-focused professional to support the Asset-Backed Finance (ABF) platform in a Transaction Support & Platform Operations role. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the day-to-day operational execution, discipline, and consistency of the ABF platform by supporting transaction execution, maintaining clear processes and controls, and assisting with platform governance activities.
The role sits at the intersection of investment, operations, and internal business partners and provides hands-on support across public and private asset-backed strategies, including residential, consumer, and commercial asset finance. The individual will be responsible for the "blocking and tackling" required to help new deals close efficiently while supporting a controlled, scalable operating environment.
Primary Responsibilities
Transaction Support & Deal Execution
Provide hands-on operational support for new ABF transactions from approval through close
Manage transaction checklists, timelines, and deliverables across internal teams (legal, compliance, operations, finance, tax, technology) and external parties (counsel, counterparties, servicers, trustees, custodians)
Track open items, dependencies, and execution risks; proactively escalate issues and help drive resolutions
Support transaction documentation, data setup, and system onboarding to ensure operational readiness at close
Act as a key execution partner to the investment team, allowing deal professionals to focus on structuring and investment decisions
Platform Operations & Controls Support
Assist in maintaining ABF policies, procedures, and control documentation in alignment with firm-wide standards and regulatory expectations
Support monitoring of adherence to documented processes and controls; help identify gaps or improvement opportunities
Assist with internal reviews, audits, and information requests related to ABF activities
Process Documentation & Continuous Improvement
Help document end-to-end ABF processes, including origination, due diligence, approvals, execution, settlement, and ongoing monitoring
Translate "how work actually happens" into clear, practical, and auditable process documentation
Support process mapping and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, consistency, and scalability
Cross-Functional Coordination & Platform Support
Serve as a point of coordination across multiple operational workstreams, including data management, reporting, servicing oversight, and vendor relationships
Partner with technology and data teams to support system usage, workflows, and process alignment
Assist with onboarding new asset types, counterparties, vendors, and servicing arrangements by supporting operational setup and documentation
Reporting & Communication
Support preparation of internal updates on transaction status, operational metrics, and platform initiatives
Maintain organized records and materials to support effective communication with internal stakeholders and leadership
Qualifications
3-5 years of experience in operations, transaction support, middle office, or related roles within asset management, structured credit, or financial services
Experience supporting process mapping, swimlane diagrams, or operational workflows to improve clarity, consistency, or control across teams
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Comfort working cross functionally with investment, legal, compliance, and operations teams
Ability to document processes clearly and follow established procedures
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools; experience with deal tracking systems or workflow tools a plus
Strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and a proactive, team oriented mindset
Base Salary Range: $110,000-145,000 and additional incentive compensation.
Requisite Skills: Data Management, Process Control, Process Governance, Transaction Execution
Additional Skills
Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.
Barings offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Benefits
Highly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company Match
Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent Care
Retirement Health Reimbursement Account
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Spouse and Child Life Insurance
Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual Holidays
Paid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)
Short and Long Term Disability Plans
Paid Volunteer Time
Education Assistance Program
Charitable Matching Gifts Program
Commuter Reimbursement Program
Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program
Barings is seeking a highly organized and execution-focused professional to support the Asset-Backed Finance (ABF) platform in a Transaction Support & Platform Operations role. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the day-to-day operational execution, discipline, and consistency of the ABF platform by supporting transaction execution, maintaining clear processes and controls, and assisting with platform governance activities.
The role sits at the intersection of investment, operations, and internal business partners and provides hands-on support across public and private asset-backed strategies, including residential, consumer, and commercial asset finance. The individual will be responsible for the "blocking and tackling" required to help new deals close efficiently while supporting a controlled, scalable operating environment.
Primary Responsibilities
Transaction Support & Deal Execution
Provide hands-on operational support for new ABF transactions from approval through close
Manage transaction checklists, timelines, and deliverables across internal teams (legal, compliance, operations, finance, tax, technology) and external parties (counsel, counterparties, servicers, trustees, custodians)
Track open items, dependencies, and execution risks; proactively escalate issues and help drive resolutions
Support transaction documentation, data setup, and system onboarding to ensure operational readiness at close
Act as a key execution partner to the investment team, allowing deal professionals to focus on structuring and investment decisions
Platform Operations & Controls Support
Assist in maintaining ABF policies, procedures, and control documentation in alignment with firm-wide standards and regulatory expectations
Support monitoring of adherence to documented processes and controls; help identify gaps or improvement opportunities
Assist with internal reviews, audits, and information requests related to ABF activities
Process Documentation & Continuous Improvement
Help document end-to-end ABF processes, including origination, due diligence, approvals, execution, settlement, and ongoing monitoring
Translate "how work actually happens" into clear, practical, and auditable process documentation
Support process mapping and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, consistency, and scalability
Cross-Functional Coordination & Platform Support
Serve as a point of coordination across multiple operational workstreams, including data management, reporting, servicing oversight, and vendor relationships
Partner with technology and data teams to support system usage, workflows, and process alignment
Assist with onboarding new asset types, counterparties, vendors, and servicing arrangements by supporting operational setup and documentation
Reporting & Communication
Support preparation of internal updates on transaction status, operational metrics, and platform initiatives
Maintain organized records and materials to support effective communication with internal stakeholders and leadership
Qualifications
3-5 years of experience in operations, transaction support, middle office, or related roles within asset management, structured credit, or financial services
Experience supporting process mapping, swimlane diagrams, or operational workflows to improve clarity, consistency, or control across teams
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Comfort working cross functionally with investment, legal, compliance, and operations teams
Ability to document processes clearly and follow established procedures
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools; experience with deal tracking systems or workflow tools a plus
Strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and a proactive, team oriented mindset
Base Salary Range: $110,000-145,000 and additional incentive compensation.
Requisite Skills: Data Management, Process Control, Process Governance, Transaction Execution
Additional Skills
Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.
Barings offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Benefits
Highly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company Match
Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent Care
Retirement Health Reimbursement Account
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Spouse and Child Life Insurance
Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual Holidays
Paid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)
Short and Long Term Disability Plans
Paid Volunteer Time
Education Assistance Program
Charitable Matching Gifts Program
Commuter Reimbursement Program
Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program