Clearing and Settlement Analyst

Role Description

The Jobholder report to VP Deputy Head Securities & Custody Operations, in terms of guidance and authority and is guided by them in terms of strategic issues, compliance, etc. However the jobholder should be able to independently interact with Internal/External parties and is expected to be aware of the changes in the regulation

Your key responsibilities

This specialized role entails day to day trade processing/settlements/FX/Cash processing. of DB Securities & Custody Operations team which supports local and offshore clients of the GTB Investor Services.

Principal Accountabilities: Key activities and decision making areas

• Co-ordinate the activities of the team related to trade processing and regulatory reporting
• Ensure quality and quantity of processing is maintained as per the client SLA
• Monitor volume inflow and ensure sufficient resource and workflow allocation in a justifiable manner
• Serve as technical operational expert for queries from clients/team members etc.
• Building a strong mechanism to take care of volume peaks during peak season
• Ensuring closure of tasks within prescribed SLAs
• Ensure strict adherence to all internal and external process guidelines including compliance and legal so as to build and maintain robust control environment.
• Identifying operational risks proactively and mitigating appropriately.
• Ensure adequate back-ups created for all critical positions and assist other teams during contingencies (Staff shortage, high volumes etc).
• Work very closely with the process owners/stakeholders and other internal clients for overall growth of the banks business
• Handling BAU to process FX/Cash processing for offshore and local clients, FX and Regulatory reporting for India market, break analysis and escalations, follow up with stakeholders.

Your skills and experience

• Graduate (BA / BS / B.Com, etc.) with experience in the relevant field
• Exposure to the Indian capital markets, settlements or having custody background would be preferred
• Strong analytical skills, detail orientation, service commitment, and solid organizational and interpersonal skills
• The candidate should be proficient in written and verbal communication.