Operational Trade Support

Company Description

IQ-EQ is a leading Investor Services group which combines global expertise with an unwavering focus on client service delivery. We support fund managers, global companies, family offices and private clients operating worldwide.

Job Description

An opportunity has arisen within the Fund Management Operations Department for an Operational Trade Support Senior Associate. The role involves Market Trade support via Bloomberg & the Management of Cash on all Funds & accounts being actively managed by the Asset Management Team. Responsibilities listed below however may expand to related functions

Tasks (what does the role do on a day-to-day basis) -

• Monitor Trade platform Bloomberg AIM to ensure all market activity is captured and progressed to the Custodians for successful settlement

• Instructing and settling 3rd party Fund Trades, monitoring fund trade queues, liaising with Fund providers in settlement queries.

• Review and updating all unit procedures as required.

• Reviewing Market trades report daily. Liaising with counterparties and Asset Managers to ensure efficient market settlement.

• Input and checking of all non STP trades. This will include 3rd party Funds, FFX’s, Options, Flexi & Cash Journals.

• Assisting with the resolution of IQEQ FM operations queries as required.

• Calculate & prepare and balance client & fund cash movements between all approved Institutional a/c to meet the funding needs of the clients & Market requirements

• Maintenance of all Client / Fund & all Market static for all IQEQ FM operation databases to support efficient market trading & client retention data.

• Ensure that all Daily Control reports are generated, checked and filed. Any issues are resolved and or reported to Line Management.

• Ensure that all appropriate SSI data re Market Settlement is updated and maintained on all relevant databases to support efficient STP

• Review & oversight on EMIR Reporting.

• Respond & liaise with Auditors for ad hoc Audit Requests.

Qualifications

Required Experience -

• Experience in the Finance industry would be beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to engage with internal & external service providers
• Highly numerate, analytical and good problem solving ability
• Ability to work well under pressure and be pro-active to achieve solutions.

Additional Information

At IQ-EQ we want you to reach your full potential. We offer an inclusive and diverse environment to support your career aspirations. With a strong emphasis on continuous learning and a holistic approach to your professional and personal development. We also offer opportunities across our service lines and our international network of offices.