Senior Associates - Middle Office

Job Description

The candidate will join Middle Office team and will be closely working with Client Service Managers based in Middle East/Europe/Singapore/US regions in connection with the performance of duties related to the Middle Office Trade confirmation and Settlement process. Candidate should possess a good understanding about Capital Market, Derivatives, Corporate Actions, and Hedge/Mutual Funds. Good knowledge in Financial Products is required. Reporting The position reports to AVP Middle Office Responsibilities Working as a member of the Trade Processing team that includes trade capture, Matching settlement of Securities, FX and Money market instruments. Process Global Security transactions on Calypso platform within given deadlines Interact with both internal and external stake holders to resolve trade confirmation and settlement queries Monitoring of transactions to confirm instructions from the client are processed in a timely and accurate manner thus ensuring timely settlement and accounting Ensure that all trades are matched within market/client deadlines Ensure client positions are correct and all transactions are processed Query resolution in accordance with time frames set out in Client SLA s Work with the Custodians and brokers for timely matching and settlement. Reporting of exceptions in line with internal control and external client requirements. Resolve failed trade queries proactively. Escalating exceptions and failed transaction to appropriate stake holders for early resolution. Ensure all errors/break down of procedure are documented as per company policy Extensive communication with Internal External parties. Skills Required Thorough understanding of all Capital market, Financial Instruments, Investment baking processes and above average accounting skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications and strong MS Excel skills required. Strong analytical skills, detail orientation, service commitment, solid organizational and interpersonal skills. Capacity to deal with high volumes of activity Strong Written and verbal communication skills Dedication to work as team and deliver timely results Candidates should be willing and flexible to work in any shifts Qualification and Experience: Post graduate in Commerce, MBA Finance, CA/CMA/CFA 5-8 Years of Hedge/Mutual funds Middle Office Trade Support experience. What you will get in return A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business Exposure to all aspects of the business, cross-jurisdiction and to working with senior management directly