Securities Settlement Analyst (Japan Market)

Japan Securities Settlements Operations

The Japan Securities Settlements Operations team supports the firm's trading and sales businesses focused on the Japanese market. Based in Singapore, the team is responsible for ensuring the successful settlement of securities and cash transactions, managing inventory availability, and mitigating operational and settlement risks across the trade lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate settlement of securities and cash transactions.
• Monitor and maintain operational controls to mitigate settlement and operational risks.
• Liaise extensively with agent banks, brokers, custodians, counterparties, and internal stakeholders during Japan market hours via phone and email.
• Perform pre-matching activities and manage failed trades in accordance with market deadlines and settlement requirements.
• Investigate and resolve settlement breaks and exceptions in a timely manner.
• Prepare daily and ad hoc reports to support business and operational needs.
• Collaborate with trading desks and support functions to facilitate smooth post-trade processing and business growth initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency enhancements.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related discipline.
• 1-2 years of experience in securities settlements, middle office, operations, or a related financial services role.
• Understanding of equities markets and post-trade processing is preferred.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a keen attention to detail.
• Team-oriented mindset with a strong focus on client service and risk management.
• Proficiency in Japanese is highly preferred to support communication with Japanese-speaking stakeholders and counterparties.

Japanese language proficiency is highly preferred (not a must) due to regular interaction with Japanese market participants, counterparties, and stakeholders.

This is a 6 months contract subject to further extension.

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