AIS Custody Services Core Operations - Senior Associate

Who we are looking for

To have end to end knowledge of the process in accordance with internal controls and procedures. Minimum 3 + years in core Custody operations (preferably trade settlement/trade processing). Provide support during US market hours, should be comfortable with Night Shift.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is part of AIS Custody, that became a part of State Street (India) in 2017. The team is responsible for managing the core process workflow related to Security & Settlements, Cash Management & Reporting activities.

What you will be responsible for

As Senior Associate, you will

• Good understanding about end to end of the Trade Life Cycle and intermediaries involved.
• Book trades accurately and in a timely manner. Communicates fail trade information as directed. Reconcile outstanding items.
• Eye for detail and good in reviewing instructions, should be able to accurately and timely review the trades.
• Knowledge about trade elements such as Security identification, transaction type, counterparty and other trade matching parameters.
• Supervise the research and resolution of exceptions and inquiries related trade processing & Trade Settlement.
• As it's a client facing role the candidate Should have the ability to communicate clearly with all levels of professionals both internally and externally. Therefore, exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are required
• Understanding about SWIFT messages and different message type, different tags and their importance.
• Knowledge about clearing houses and depositories.
• Experience in handling in client queries related to trade processing & trade settlement.
• Should be able to coordinate well with the onshore for trainings and other job responsibilities.
• Managing day to day volume and delivering tasks as per the SLA
• Provide timely accurate management reporting and issue log maintenance, under moderate supervision
• Coordinate and supervise work efforts when multiple Associates are needed to complete work
• Participate in projects as well as prepare and verify information for those various projects/special requests as directed
• Oversee the adherence to Standard Operating Procedures
• Coordinate effective and timely flow of critical information to all relevant parties and follows up on administrative details within the department
• Knowledge about different types of trade such as RVP, DVP, RFP, DFP, etc.
• Basic knowledge about DTC, FED, Euro Clear and Clear Stream would require for this role
• Knowledge about calculation of gain/loss of a trade (cost basis)
• Understanding about processing deal slip
• Knowledge about trade settlement and reasons for failure of trade
• Should be able to work under stringent deadline situations
• Mailbox management and to ensure all actionable completed within the deadline
• Work in conjunction with individuals on the team, other shared services/COEs, India and Onshore to ensure seamless processing of custody related processing.
• Process trade settlement information within deadlines and comply with all FTTOP requirements
• Process collateral/assets segregated as instructed
• Maintain records in support of audits
• Consults with manager where clarification or exception to policy may be required
• Other duties as assigned.

What we value

• Working knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Highly self-driven sense of motivation
• Naturally curious, passionate and Strong analytical Skills

. Strong accuracy aptitude and detail orientation

• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a preferred concentration in Accounting/Finance or relevant work experience.