Trading Lifecycle Associate

Job responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and management of funding for managed demand deposit accounts (DDA s), ensuring proper allocation of wires to client/funding accounts within the appropriate threshold.
• Conduct comprehensive reconciliation of ledgers using various systems and tools, identifying and addressing any discrepancies promptly.
• Collaborate with other lines of business to facilitate proper funding, ensuring seamless coordination and communication.
• Contribute to end-to-end process and operating model reviews, identifying areas for improvement and implementing effective solutions.
• Ensure proper controls are in place to mitigate ficial risks, proactively identifying and addressing any gaps.
• Execute high-volume and critical payment processing tasks, one of which is validating global currency fund transfers to ensure accurate and timely transactions, following established procedures.
• Process payments for FX & FXO products and verification, performing detailed and analytical research, reviewing exceptions, fund controls, and client investigation.
• Identify, resolve, or escalate either procedural issues or operational errors that may arise during the processing of payments & maintain the highest level of standards to mitigate risk.
• Coach, train, or mentor team members to deliver to our high service standards for productivity, quality, and customer experience.
• Interface with other operations departments to research and resolve inquiries, such as escalated matters.
• Learn and apply skills in innovation, market product knowledge, and artificial intelligence to identify opportunities to improve and optimize payment lifecycle processes.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Minimum 8 years of solid settlements experience, specifically across FX, Derivatives or Payments Operations.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using automation technologies to optimize trade lifecycle operations and implement process improvements.
• Advanced knowledge of market product definitions, operating procedures, and industry regulations, with the ability to apply this knowledge in day-to-day operations.
• Proven ability to manage projects effectively, with experience in leading cross-functional teams and delivering results within set timelines.
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation, with experience in using various systems and tools for ledger reconciliation and discrepancy resolution.
• Flexibility to work global hours and having the willingness to travel on short notice, during emergencies, team gatherings, etc.
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to solve problems, influence outcomes, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in payment processing