Carry out basic and complex trade processing and valuation functions in accordance with established procedures.
Processing Trades sent by clients to OTC Hub and MCH
Ensure OTC valuation team receives proper information to value OTC positions
Ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures
Respond to internal queries from Accounting or Client Service teams
Respond to reconciliation breaks from internal recon teams regarding cash or position breaks
Resolution of queries with internal teams, clients, vendors, counterparties etc.
Answer and handle complex issues and queries and escalate as needed acting with a sense of urgency to meet required deliverables.
Work closely with inter-departmental contacts to ensure that the required deliverables are delivered with high quality
Identify risk issues, breaches and act in accordance with the 'risk' escalation chain and operating procedures
Resolution of queries with internal teams, clients, vendors, counterparties etc.
Be accountable for assigned tasks and deadline.
Work closely with the Team Leader and bring issues that require management attention on a timely manner
Support the business to offer great quality client service and ensure that the assigned deliverables are planned and delivered efficiently
Job Requirements:
Education and Experience
Bachelor degree or above
Experience in financial services and/or a back-office operations environment is a must. Experience of working in a derivatives related function would be an advantage.
Strong excel skills would be an added advantage
18 months experience in the financial services industry. Derivatives trade processing related experience would be preferable.
Flexibility with shifts
Skills/ Knowledge
Strong mathematical and analytical skills essential
Knowledge derivative instruments (OTC in specific) is a must
Highly organised
Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to meet deadlines and possess strong problem solving and resolution skills.
Detailed oriented individual capable of performing in a high pace environment
Ability to work independently as well as a team player
Good understanding of financial services and investment products.
Strong attention to detail and a focus on service.
Strong PC skills, specifically Excel skills (Intermediate)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities to meet internal and industry deadlines.
Strong problem resolution skills
Ability to work well in a fast paced, high volume atmosphere
Should possess good time management skills