Specialist, Derivatives Operations

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The Canadian Derivatives Clearing Corporation (CDCC) provides clearing and settlement services for all Montreal Exchange listed derivatives, select over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives, and Fixed Income products.

Reporting to the Manager, Business Operations, the Specialist, Derivatives Operations is accountable for ensuring complete and timely processing as well as support for CDCC Clearing Members in areas such as:

● Margin and collateral processing (cash and securities);

● Clearing Services, Reporting and Analysis;

● Banking and Settlement including Payment Exchange, End of day final settlements with payment processing;

● Customer Support throughout the various clearing cycles.

This role is hybrid (2 - 3 days/week in the office) - based in Montreal, QC.

The candidate must be available to work a 7.5-hour rotating shift performed between 5 a.m. and 7 p.m. from Monday to Thursday and until 11 p.m. on Fridays. 

Key Accountabilities

• Act as the point of contact for matters related to Collateral/Banking/Clearing/Settlements to ensure effective and efficient client support is provided to all Members; 

• Maintain Collateral and Concentration Requirements including collecting Collateral to satisfy the margin calls via securities pledge or cash, managing customers’ timely flow of funds to/from CDCC; 

• Support Business Operations processing for all products and services made available to Members;

• Perform a daily Cash Reconciliation of the various currency accounts with CDCC Settlement Banks; 

• Ensure timely completion of the daily netting cycles, payment processing and settlements including Payment Exchange and End of Day obligations; 

• Ensure participants/members meet their trade settlement obligations; 

• Support the Montreal Exchange with client trade adjustments and new products/listings;

• Provide guidance and solutions to internal teams and external clients; 

• Support the Business Continuity Program, Disaster Recovery Program, Default Simulation and other testing exercises; 

• Interact with Internal and External Audit, Regulators, Technology, Client Services, Risk, as well as internal departments;

• Adhere strictly to  internal  procedures,  rules,  audit  requirements  and internal controls verification processes;

• Recommend changes to existing processes, services and procedures to ensure excellent customer service, and that we operate in an efficient and effective environment.

• Lead and assist with projects and special assignments including system configuration as required; 

• Support / act as delegate to the Manager, Business Operations as required.

Education / Experience

• Post-Secondary education in Commerce, Business Administration, Finance, and/or Accounting is preferred;

• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in the Securities Financial Industry;

• Solid experience/knowledge in Operations processes or Securities Accounting in the Securities Financial Industry.

Skills

• Effective listening, written and verbal communication skills;

• Advanced  technical  and  analytical  skills  and  ability  to  propose  operational  solutions  and  solve moderately complex problems specific to a project or assignment;

• Solid interpersonal and organization skills with the demonstrated ability to plan and prioritize;

• Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision, as well as a team player;

• Oriented to deliver with accuracy and clear & concise details in a time sensitive environment; 

• Advanced level of technical and analytical knowledge regarding Collateral, Banking and Clearing/Settlements processes, systems and capabilities.

• Strongly proficient with Google Suite, MS Excel and other desktop applications;

• Flexibility required to work in a time sensitive environment with tight deadlines.

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Impact - More than a platform, we use our talents to power mission-critical systems that drive global economic advancement, innovation, and growth. As well, our employee-led Team Impact spreads social good via our giving strategy.

Wellness - From empathetic leadership to a culture of flexibility and balance, we believe wellness at work creates the maximum yield and a stronger “we”. Plus, with a cloud-first and hybrid workstyle, as well as generous time-off and leaves, we support a life well lived! 

Growth - From a growth mindset in our work, to expansion in our business, TMX is home to action-takers energized by the achievement of ambitious growth.

Ready to enrich your career with impactful work, leaders who truly care, and the flexibility and programs to help you thrive as part of #TeamTMX ? Apply now.

Please note that our company is not currently sponsoring work permit applications and the applicant must be authorized to work in the country where this position is located. 

TMX is committed to creating and sustaining a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. We provide accommodations for applicants and employees who require it.