Securities Settlements Operations Analyst - HK Market (Contract)

The position available is with the Securities Settlements Operations team. The reporting line is to a Team Manager as first line management, with further supervision by the Vice President. Key stakeholders and interactions will be with Trading and Sales Desks, Engineering and Operations Teams, Credit, Legal, Compliance and external counterparties. The following tasks give an overview of what is required day to day:
Monitoring Settlement activity and ensuring securities are in the right place at the right time
Monitoring Firm inventory to ensure it is moved or converted to facilitate settlement

Working with the Trading Desk on securing borrows to facilitate settlement

Query resolution and interaction with trading desk and clients on failing trades
Investigating and resolving discrepancies of positions (cash and securities) in the firm's books and records

Completing daily checklist ensuring all controls, procedures and processes relating to the assigned functions are followed

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual who is looking to operate in a dynamic working environment where communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Good client service and relationship building are required to interact with our clients and the team.

The candidate should have a control focus and be achievement orientated to produce results to ensure that all risk is mitigated.

Skills required:

Deadlines within this role are very strict

Prompt escalation and clear communication is paramount

Be flexible, work on varied functions or aid other team members

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Work experience in a securities settlements, trade support or securities middle office role or any equity role for 1 to 2 years.

Equities Industry and market knowledge would be an advantage.

Experience of dealing with SGX,HKEX etc is beneficial

This role starts with contract subject to extension/conversion.

Reg No. R1100820
EA No. 99C3289