About the Role:
Role Summary
As an Analyst in the Trade Processing Commercial Team, you will support the strategic initiatives and commercial success of the Trade Processing division. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and external partners to support revenue generation, cost rationalisation, and strategic decision-making. This role provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in financial analysis, strategic projects, and commercial initiatives within the fintech and financial services industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Analysis & Modelling: Assist in financial modelling and analysis to support strategic decision-making, revenue forecasting, and cost optimisation initiatives.
- Market & Competitor Analysis: Conduct research on market trends, competitive positioning, and industry developments to identify business opportunities and inform commercial strategy.
- Strategic Project Support: Contribute to the planning and execution of strategic initiatives within the Trade Processing division, collaborating with internal teams such as technology, operations, and finance.
- Partnership Support: Assist in identifying and evaluating potential strategic partnerships, working with senior stakeholders to develop relationships and explore collaboration opportunities.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with operations and product teams to align commercial initiatives with broader organisational objectives.
- Data Management & Reporting: Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations that provide insights into key commercial metrics and business performance.
Qualifications:
- Strong interest in financial markets, fintech, and post-trade processing.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders at different levels.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other data analysis tools; knowledge of Salesforce or similar CRM platforms is a plus.
- Proactive and resourceful, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Knowledge & Experience
- Recent graduate or up to 2 years’ experience in a financial services, fintech, or consulting role.
- Understanding of financial markets and trading lifecycle is desirable.
- Experience with data analysis, financial modelling, or market research is advantageous.
Special Job Requirements
- Some travel may be required for industry events, client meetings, and team engagements.
- Professional business hours, with flexibility as needed for project deadlines and stakeholder meetings.
This role offers excellent exposure to the financial services industry and an opportunity to develop a strong foundation in commercial strategy, data-driven decision-making, and stakeholder management within a global fintech organisation.
About OSTTRA
Candidates should note that OSTTRA is an independent firm, jointly owned by S&P Global and CME Group. As part of the joint venture, S&P Global provides recruitment services to OSTTRA - however, successful candidates will be interviewed and directly employed by OSTTRA, joining our global team of more than 1,200 post trade experts.
OSTTRA was formed in 2021 through the combination of four businesses that have been at the heart of post trade evolution and innovation for the last 20+ years: MarkitServ, Traiana, TriOptima and Reset. OSTTRA is a joint venture, owned 50/50 by S&P Global and CME Group.
With an outstanding track record of developing and supporting critical market infrastructure, our combined network connects thousands of market participants to streamline end to end workflows - from trade capture at the point of execution, through portfolio optimization, to clearing and settlement.
Joining the OSTTRA team is a unique opportunity to help build a bold new business with an outstanding heritage in financial technology, playing a central role in supporting global financial markets.
Learn more at www.osttra.com.
What’s In It For You?
Benefits:
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
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Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
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Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
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Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
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Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
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Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
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Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries
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Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: [email protected] and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf
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