Trading Operations Associate
Derivative Post Trade Operations (DPTO) is a client facing team; our main focus is the affirmation and confirmation of derivative trades across the Credit, Rates, FX, Equity and Commodity Asset classes.
Given the stringent targets defined by both the regulators and internal risk teams the candidate will be required to work closely with sales, traders, trade support, drafting, legal and global DPTO counterparts. They will work to resolve any internal bottlenecks or client queries and ensure confirmation of trades in order to manage risk and exposure for the firm. Other aspects of the role include the checking and reconciliation of client trade details and assisting in the development and management of any enhancements to the product and business including the movement of clients onto electronic matching platforms. As the role involves working closely with both internal and client facing teams strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships are essential. The ability to work at a fast pace and under time pressures is also vital. The candidate will also be involved projects and enhancements, building upon our strategic goal of creating a consistent global approach using the same systems across all asset classe
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required
- Strong organizational and time management skill
- Quick learner with a risk and control focu
- Ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical skills and also pro-active in process improvement
- Ability to understand complex problems quickly and move projects forward
- Good communication/relationship building
- Confident in speaking to various departments / the front office
- Ability to multitask and prioritise workload
Skills desired:
- Familiarity with the front-to-back lifecycle of derivative product
- Good understanding of derivative product
- Previous experience in a client facing role.