Join us! Explore equity settlements, resolve trade issues, and drive efficiency as a proactive Trading Services Analyst.

As a Trade Lifecycle Analyst in the Broker Dealer Settlements, you'll be responsible for timely settlement of Equity transactions across Europe and MENA markets.

Broker Dealer Settlements Team is responsible for monitoring all Equity trade settlements across 12+ markets. The team provides support and information regarding trade queries to the Middle Offices and their trading personnel and liaise with Custodians and external clients as the primary contact to resolve settlement issues.

 

Job Responsibilities

Settle equity trades, including those for priority clients.Escalate and resolve failing trades promptly.Manage Securities Borrowing and Lending (SBL) activity.Instruct conversions for both physical securities and ADRs.Oversee delivery management and cross depot stock movements; identify and instruct as needed.Process payments efficiently and accurately.Report daily on high and credit risk exposures.Resolve cash and stock breaks by collaborating closely with the Reconciliations team.Drive efficiency initiatives and take ownership of process improvements.

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

Financial services experience with an interest in securities and investmentsAbility to work under pressure due to cut-off times and volumesInitiative, root cause analysis and problem solving skillsDemonstrate a strong Control and Risk awareness to identify, escalate, control and mitigateInitiative to deal effectively with unfamiliar situationsAttention to detailSelf-motivatedGood communication skillsProactive team playerGood time managementAnalytical skills

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

Experience in dealing with physical issuance/deposit of UK into and out of CrestUnderstanding of UK, European and US marketsSecurities knowledge, preferably settlements experienceTechnical knowledge of securities transaction processing