Post Trade Support Desk Specialist (12-month contract)

About the Role:

The Post Trade Support Desk Specialist is a key member of the Securities Lending APAC team at ABN AMRO Clearing Bank (AACB). The role supports the efficient processing and control of securities lending activities across APAC, ensuring timely settlement of transactions, accurate management of corporate actions, and effective exception resolution.

This is a hands-on operational role suited to an experienced candidate who can work independently and contribute immediately within a fast-paced securities finance environment. The successful candidate will work closely with Front Office, Operations, Collateral Management, counterparties, clients, and internal stakeholders to ensure a high standard of service and operational excellence.

Team Structure:

You will join the Post Trade Support Desk within the Securities Lending APAC department. The department comprises:

• Securities Finance Trading
• Collateral Management
• Securities Lending Clearing
• Post Trade Support

ABN AMRO Clearing Bank is a leading global clearing organisation with operations across Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas, providing clearing, financing, and post-trade services to institutional clients worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

Settlement Management

• Manage the day-to-day settlement lifecycle of securities lending and borrowing transactions.
• Monitor settlement activity and proactively resolve settlement fails and exceptions.
• Liaise with counterparties, custodians, clients, and internal teams to ensure timely settlement.
• Investigate and resolve breaks in a timely manner.

Corporate Actions Processing

• Monitor and process all corporate actions impacting securities lending positions.
• Ensure accurate application of voluntary and mandatory corporate action events.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to manage operational impacts and client servicing requirements.

Reconciliations and Controls

• Perform daily reconciliations across positions, transactions, and cash movements.
• Review exception reports and investigate discrepancies.
• Support fee verification, billing controls, and fee reconciliation processes.
• Maintain a strong control framework and ensure accurate record keeping.

Operational Support

• Support daily operational processes across the Securities Lending business.
• Assist with reporting requirements and management information.
• Escalate operational risks and control issues appropriately.
• Identify root causes of recurring issues and recommend process improvements.

Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with Trading, Collateral, Operations, Technology, Risk, and external market participants.
• Deliver a high standard of service to clients and counterparties.
• Support business initiatives, testing, and process enhancements where required.

Required Skills and Experience:

Essential

• Minimum 2 years experience in Securities Finance, Securities Lending Operations, Middle Office, Custody, Settlements, or Post Trade Operations.
• Strong understanding of securities settlement processes.
• Experience processing corporate actions.
• Experience performing reconciliations and resolving operational breaks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Preferred

• Experience within Securities Lending and Borrowing (SBL).
• Knowledge of APAC equity markets and post-trade market infrastructure.
• Familiarity with securities financing platforms and settlement systems.
• Knowledge of regulatory and operational risk controls within financial markets.

Personal Attributes

• Takes ownership and accountability for outcomes.
• Reliable, organised, and control-focused.
• Proactive and solution-oriented.
• Demonstrates resilience in a fast-paced environment.
• Works collaboratively across teams and functions.
• Committed to delivering excellent client service.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy.

What We Offer:

At ABN AMRO Clearing Bank, we combine market expertise, technology, and a strong risk culture to deliver outstanding solutions to our clients. We place client interests at the centre of our decision-making and are committed to operating responsibly, transparently, and sustainably.

This role provides an opportunity to work within a leading global securities financing franchise, gaining exposure to a broad range of post-trade activities and market participants across the APAC region.