Equity Documentation Specialist (Analyst)

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an Equity Documentation Specialist (Analyst) for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Financial Services clients in Jersey City, NJ .

This position will be to join an Equity Derivative Confirmations Team. The person will work very closely with the Marketing, Sales and Trading Desks, the main focus of the work will revolve around drafting and executing equity derivative contracts transacted with insurance, corporate and hedge fund customers.

Responsibilities :

• Preparation of equity confirmations for all vanilla and exotic products including equity swaps/options, variance /volatility Swaps, cliquet /spread options to a high standard as per ISDA terms.
• Provide quick, efficient and accurate service for Marketers regarding documentation issues.
• Chase clients for execution of confirmations, monitor accompanying statistics and keep them at an acceptable level agreed upon by management.
• Quickly resolve queries and ad-hoc requests from all areas including internal and external clients relating to documentation and trade terms.
• Develop good relationships with clients in order that outstanding issues are resolved and confirmations executed in a timely manner.
• Liaise with the Legal Department to agree upon acceptable language for documentation.
• Build and maintain excellent working relationships with other internal clients such as Legal, Marketers, Trading, Middle Office, and Back Office.
  
  

Required Skills:

• SBSD CLEARANCE - REQUIRED
• Minimum 4 years in the equity derivative industry in a Documentation environment
• Understanding of the mechanics of the following products: equity, dispersion, variance, accrual and volatility Swaps as well as dividend and variance options and Novations/ Terminations of the aforementioned products.
• Strong and developed understanding of the ISDA Equity Definition terms.
• Highly detail oriented and conscientious
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to take initiative and multi-task
• Ability to work with Traders and marketers
• Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills
• 4 year undergraduate degree required – prefer finance majors
  
  

Preferred Skills:

• Extensive experience drafting equity ISDA documentation
• Knowledge of exotic equity products
• EXCEL skills a bonus
  
  

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.