Day to day management of Settlements team which include fail trade management of trades, Pre-match cover for global markets (T+1), across product class Equities, Fixed Income trades.
Work directly with brokers & custodians (including third party custodians) globally to resolve issues related to unmatched exceptions and ensure matching & timely settlement.
Partner with middle office in enhancing the client experience
Unmatched trades & fails have up to date follow ups and escalations as necessary to ensure an accurate audit trail is available at all times.
Provide root cause analysis on unmatched trades, brokers & reasons
Daily, weekly , monthly reporting to ensure transparency on trade status and settlement performance
Candidate should be able to drive automation agenda. Knowledge on projects related to Intelligent Automation i.e., Alteryx , Xceptor, Tableu, Python etc would be an added advantage.
Job Requirements / Competencies:
Ensure all day to day queries dealt with within required SLAs and escalated issues are appropriately handled.
High level of client service focus
Must be highly disciplined, a self-starter, possess adaptability to learn new tasks and demonstrate a willingness to understand the details of a process.
Strong ownership with ability to operate in a flexible, dynamic environment where creative and strategic thinking are also required in driving solution, initiatives, and projects.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex operational issues.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders (partnership mindset).
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Display high levels of integrity, operating on basis of open and honest interaction.