Senior Derivatives Specialist, Associate 2

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Kraków, Małopolskie, POL
In-Office
68K-68K Annually
Senior level
Financial Services
The Role
Manage the full lifecycle of OTC derivatives, including trade capture, validation, confirmations, settlements, resets, amendments, exercises, expiries, and exception resolution. Partner with investment managers, counterparties, custodians, fund accounting, back-office, and technology teams. Investigate operational breaks, maintain risk and regulatory controls, support client service, improve processes, assist with automation and product onboarding, and mentor junior team members.
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About the Role

Join our OTC Derivatives Middle Office team and support global investment managers across the full lifecycle of complex OTC derivative products. You will play a key role in trade processing, confirmations, settlements, exception management, and client service, working closely with internal and external stakeholders in a dynamic global operating model.


Key Responsibilities
  • Manage OTC derivatives throughout the trade lifecycle, including trade capture, validation, resets, amendments, exercises, expiries, and settlements.
  • Process and monitor trade confirmations and resolve outstanding exceptions.
  • Support cash settlement activities, investigate breaks, and ensure timely resolution of issues.
  • Partner with Investment Managers, Counterparties, Custodians, Fund Accounting, Back Office and Technology teams.
  • Perform operational investigations and drive issue resolution.
  • Ensure compliance with risk, control, and regulatory requirements.
  • Contribute to process improvement, automation, and onboarding of new products and clients.
  • Support knowledge sharing and development of junior team members.

What We Are Looking For
  • Experience in Middle Office, Derivatives Operations, Investment Operations, Fund Accounting, or a related financial services environment.
  • Understanding of OTC derivatives and trade lifecycle events.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and risk awareness.
  • Proficiency in Excel and operational platforms.

Preferred Experience
  • Interest Rate Swaps (IRS)
  • Total Return Swaps (TRS)
  • FX and Equity Options
  • Credit Default Swaps (CDS)
  • CFDs and other OTC structured products
  • Client-facing operational support and exception management.

Key Competencies
  • Client Focus
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Risk & Control Mindset
  • Communication & Stakeholder Management
  • Accountability
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Team Collaboration

Why Join Us?

You will gain exposure to a broad range of OTC derivative products, work with global clients and stakeholders, and contribute directly to operational excellence within the Derivatives Centre of Excellence.


Note: The role requires a minimum of three days per week working form the office

Minimum Salary:​

zł68,004 Annual

The minimum salary quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate ultimately works outside of this primary location, the applicable minimum salary may differ.​

Salary will be determined based on factors such as the position, type of work performed, individual skills, job description, working hours, diligence, initiative, self-management, length of employment, availability, and the quantity and quality of work delivered, as well as other objective and non-discriminatory criteria relevant to State Street employees.​

In addition to salary, employees are eligible to be considered for discretionary annual performance-based awards.​

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We Offer:​

  • Permanent contract from day one​

  • Additional holidays (Birthday Day Off, 3rd and 5th year anniversary Day Off)​

  • Gold Medical Package for employees and their families (partner and children)​

  • Premium life insurance package and private pension plan​

  • Wide range of soft skills training, technical workshops, language classes and development programs​

  • Opportunities to volunteer your time to company-driven initiatives, employee networks or organizations of your choice​

  • Variety of well-being programs​

  • Additional benefits available depending on the seniority of the role


About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.


We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.


As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.


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Skills Required

  • Experience in Middle Office, Derivatives Operations, Investment Operations, Fund Accounting, or a related financial services environment
  • Understanding of OTC derivatives and trade lifecycle events
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong attention to detail and risk awareness
  • Proficiency in Excel and operational platforms
  • Experience with Interest Rate Swaps, Total Return Swaps, FX and Equity Options, Credit Default Swaps, CFDs, or other OTC structured products
  • Client-facing operational support and exception management experience

State Street Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about State Street and has not been reviewed or approved by State Street.

  • Retirement Support — Retirement support is framed as a standout component, highlighted by a 401(k) match described as 100% on the first 6% of base salary. This is positioned as a meaningful offset to less competitive cash compensation for some roles.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave and time off are portrayed as relatively robust, with references to multi-week vacation, paid holidays, sick time, and additional days tied to wellness or volunteering. This breadth is repeatedly treated as a tangible part of total rewards beyond base pay.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle benefits are presented as extensive, including the BeWell program, fitness discounts, onsite or supported health resources, and financial counseling. These offerings are depicted as strengthening the overall benefits proposition even when pay satisfaction is tepid.

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