Operations Analyst - Capital Markets (Jan 25)

Overview
Our client - a global business services provider - is looking to hire an enthusiastic Capital Markets Operations Associate with 2 years experience in clearing and settlement - ideally listed derivatives (futures and options). This is a W2 role initially for 18 months and you will be deployed 3 days per week at a banking operations hub site in Tampa FL.
Our client is an exciting, fast growing global firm and this role could lead to significant future opportunities either with them or the end-customer bank. The role has high visibility supporting an important capital markets business and offers the opportunity to work very closely with the end-customer bank's own staff.

Responsibilities

• Trade Lifecycle Management: Oversee the entire trade lifecycle from execution to settlement, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Clearing Operations: Manage clearing processes, including trade capture, margins, reconciliations, expiry management and settlement.
• System Expertise: Utilize key industry systems such as GMI, Clear Vision, and FIA Docs to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate operational risks, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and internal policies.
• Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce errors.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including traders, clearinghouses, and clients, to ensure seamless operations.
• Reporting: Prepare and analyze operational reports, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2-5 years ideally in Global Exchange Traded Derivatives Markets. Open to considering candidate with experience in other assets classes (FX, cash equities, fixed income, commodities)
• Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in GMI, Clear Vision, FIA Docs and other relevant industry systems.
• Clearing Product Knowledge: In-depth understanding of clearing products and processes.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Team Player: Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Initial video interviews will be scheduled to take place in December.