Associate III - Derivatives

2 - 6 years

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As a Derivatives Operations Analyst in the Operations / Investment Operations department with a UK (GMT Hours) shift, you will play a crucial role in the post-trade lifecycle management of all derivative instruments. Your responsibilities will include ensuring accurate and timely settlement, margin management, and reconciliation. You will collaborate frequently with internal teams such as Fund Managers, Traders, Compliance, and Risk, as well as external stakeholders like brokers, custodians, and fund administrators. To excel in this role, you must thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, possess strong attention to detail, and have excellent communication skills. Key Responsibilities: - Provide full post-trade support for all derivative instruments, including OTC and Exchange-Traded. - Monitor and manage lifecycle events such as settlements, margin calls, and trade confirmations. - Manage margin and collateral processes, ensuring timely communication with counterparties. - Perform daily trade matching, reconciliation, and resolution of breaks with brokers and custodians. - Ensure accurate transmission of trade, cash, and position data to fund administrators. - Promptly escalate unresolved issues and risks to senior stakeholders. - Serve as a point of escalation for counterparties and internal teams regarding trade lifecycle issues. - Collaborate with internal teams to enhance workflows and reduce operational risk. - Maintain and update procedures, controls, and documentation. - Support the onboarding of new clients, products, and regulatory initiatives. - Assist in mentoring junior team members and sharing knowledge effectively. Qualifications Required: - Education: A-Levels or equivalent (degree preferred but not mandatory) - Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, familiarity with trade booking systems - Product Knowledge: Strong understanding of derivatives, experience with OTC products (e.g., CDS, IRS, Options) - Operations Experience: Hands-on experience in trade settlements, margining, and reconciliation, exposure to middle or back-office functions in financial services - Soft Skills: Excellent attention to detail, strong communication (verbal and written), problem-solving aptitude, ability to prioritize and work under pressure - Work Ethic: Self-motivated and collaborative, willingness to contribute to process improvements Additional Details: The company values continuous improvement, change embracement, and a customer-service-oriented approach, along with supporting junior colleagues and effective knowledge sharing. Please note that the following are the good-to-have skills and qualifications: - Platform Knowledge: Experience using Aladdin or similar OMS/EMS platforms - Certifications: Investment Management Certificate (IMC) or similar - Advanced Excel Skills: Knowledge of Excel Macros, BQL, or Microsoft Power Query - Project Experience: Involvement in BAU improvement projects or client onboarding initiatives If you possess the mentioned qualifications and skills and are enthusiastic about contributing to a dynamic team while ensuring the efficient management of derivative instruments, this role might be a perfect fit for you.,

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