Trade Support Associate, Settlements (International Trading Platform)
This is a confidential search for a Trading platform. Our client is looking for a Trade Support Associate with end-to-end experience managing the full trade cycle and regular, direct interaction with the trading desk. This is an individual contributor role within a lean team that provides trade, middle-office and back-office support to an investment platform.
Key Responsibilities:
Trade Support & Settlement
- Ensure all trades are processed and settled accurately with brokers, custodians, and other counterparties
- Monitor daily cash movements, trade activity, and FX flows, ensuring all items are reconciled and discrepancies resolved promptly
- Maintain accurate records of positions, transactions, and cash balances across systems
- Support the trading desk with confirmations, trade breaks, and lifecycle queries
Financial Reporting & Accounting
- Assist with month-end close activities, including preparing management accounts and supporting schedules
- Prepare portfolio and performance reports, including P&L analysis for investment teams
- Support the preparation of financial statements and coordinate with auditors during review cycles
- Handle fee calculations, tax filings, and cross-border compliance requirements
Operations, Governance & Control
- Oversee onboarding and KYC processes for brokers, custodians, and other service providers
- Review and approve payments, expenses, and tax-related submissions (e.g., GST/VAT)
- Maintain and update operational procedures, process documentation, and governance playbooks
- Facilitate investment-related administrative duties such as proxy voting and AGM submissions
- Assist with ad hoc finance and operational tasks to support broader business needs
Key Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline; professional qualifications (CA/CPA) are advantageous
- 5-8 years of hands-on experience in settlements, fund accounting, middle office, or finance operations within financial services
- Strong understanding of the trade lifecycle, settlement processes, and working with brokers/custodians
- Working knowledge of both public and private market instruments
- Proven ability to manage reconciliations, resolve breaks, and maintain accurate portfolio records
- Highly organised, analytical, and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently in a lean team
- Confident communicator who can build trust with senior stakeholders and external partners
This role is only open to candidates currently based in Singapore.
