Trading Lifecycle Associate

Join a high-impact team managing complex OTC Derivatives settlements for global clients. Drive operational leadership and process innovation in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and Collaborate with experts across business units to deliver service excellence and risk control

Job Summary
As a Trade Liefcycle Associate in the OTC Derivatives Settlement team, you oversee the complete settlement lifecycle for IRS, CDS, and ESW products. You ensure timely, accurate processing, maintain strong stakeholder communication, and drive process improvements. You lead operational initiatives, manage risks, and support team development in a high-pressure environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee end-to-end settlement of OTC Derivatives (IRS, CDS, ESW)
• Ensure timely and accurate trade processing and reconciliation
• Drive KPI adherence and service excellence across operations
• Maintain clear and proactive communication with stakeholders
• Escalate risks and issues with actionable solutions
• Execute and oversee payment processing and break resolution
• Perform Nostro account investigations and resolve breaks
• Monitor and resolve liquidity and funding issues
• Participate in firm-wide initiatives and strategic projects
• Confirm trade details and maintain data integrity
• Utilize and improve technical infrastructure and workflow tools

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Hold a bachelor’s degree and demonstrate minimum 8 years of financial services experience
• Apply strong knowledge of OTC Derivatives settlements (IRS, CDS, ESW)
• Understand post-trade operations and ISDA documentation
• Demonstrate proficiency in Excel and relevant settlement systems
• Grasp derivative products and their role in risk management
• Manage complex workflows and deliver under pressure
• Communicate effectively and solve problems with stakeholders

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Exhibit leadership experience and mentor junior staff
• Adapt to global business coverage and shift flexibility
• Collaborate across business units and build networks
• Lead process efficiency and automation initiatives
• Support regulatory compliance and audit readiness
• Contribute to strategic projects and system enhancements
• Manage escalations and drive control improvements