Margin and Collateral Associate I

As an Associate in Collateral Operations within Derivative Operations, you will play a crucial role in managing Portfolio Reconciliation, Margin Call Management, and ensuring Regulatory Adherence for various upcoming regulations. Your responsibilities will also include overseeing cross LOBs metrics, supervising daily Margin Exchange operations, and collaborating with different teams to support the business effectively. You will be actively involved in managing Portfolio Reconciliation and Collateral Dispute, ensuring same-day Settlement for Margin Exchange, and conducting supervisory controls related to Collateral exposure. Additionally, you will be responsible for addressing MTM breaks, focusing on resolving upstream issues, and supporting regulatory compliance efforts for entities like CFTC, EMIR, and NCMR. Your role will involve improving process controls, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Regulatory rules, and managing new analysis requirements across stakeholders. You will provide regular updates to senior management, oversee UAT testing, and lead strategic automation projects to enhance operational efficiency. To excel in this role, you are required to have a CA/MBA or Graduate/Post-Graduate degree with significant experience in operations, particularly within a global bank's operational environment. Strong knowledge of Investment Banking, OTC products, processes, and systems is essential, along with the ability to think and act strategically to drive results and manage high-performing teams effectively. You should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, be proficient in MS Office applications, and demonstrate adaptability in dynamic environments with tight deadlines. Flexibility to work global hours and willingness to travel when necessary will be advantageous for this role. Preferred qualifications include knowledge of CFTC, EMIR, and NCMR regulations, experience with OTC Confirmations, Collateral Management, and Reconciliation platforms. By leveraging your skills and capabilities, you will contribute towards enhancing operational efficiency and supporting the strategic goals of the Operations department.,