CIB Pre & Post Trade Equities Operations, Associate

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Essential Functions/Responsibility

The Equites Operations Associate is plays a crucial role in supporting the lifecycle of cash equities trades. You will collaborate with traders, Middle Office, technology teams, and infrastructure groups to ensure accurate trade capture, settlement, and risk mitigation. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced trading environment.

Job Family Description

Responsible for the execution of day-to-day operations for the Equities business. Aims to deliver superior service to clients, internal and external, by executing according to policies and procedures ensuring high operational standards to execute service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Support operations for agency and principal trading in cash equities markets.
Support the operations life cycle for primary issuances, SPAC's and IPO's.
Ensure accurate trade capture and book management throughout the lifecycle.
Investigate discrepancies and resolve exceptions with Middle Office, Technology, and Client Services teams.
Facilitate cross-organizational communication to address real-time risk issues.
Collaborate with custodians, brokers, and exchanges to ensure timely clearing and settlement.
Participate in strategic initiatives to improve processes and business architecture.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
In-depth knowledge of the Operational processes supporting Equites Operations.

Skills:

In depth knowledge of the confirmations and settlement process of Equities transactions, particularly in LATAM, EMEA, and North American markets.
Proficient using Broadridge Gloss and Broadridge BPS.

Knowledge of Euroclear.
In depth knowledge of Equities settlements Domestic and Foreign, specific to LATAM, EMEA, and North American securities.
Knowledge of SWIFT message standards for securities.
Good understanding of the liquidity implications of settling securities.
Good understanding of SEC rules around confirmation and customer statements.
Knowledge of Broadridge PostEdge.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Advance Microsoft Office skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Power BI.
Programming skills, in particular Python desirable.

Key Competencies:

FINRA Series 99 or 7 desirable.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.

Work Experience:

2-5 Years

What Else You Need To Know:

The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range. For hourly positions (non-exempt), the annual range is based on a 40-hour work week. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications and location.

Link to Santander Benefits:

Santander Benefits - 2025 Santander OnGoing/NH eGuide (foleon.com)

Risk Culture:

We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

EEO Statement:

At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Working Conditions:

Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role. Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required.
Employer Rights:

This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate your employment at any time for any reason.

What To Do Next:

If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.

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