Fund Operations/ Settlement

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily fund settlement operations for fund flows, including transaction matching, settlement processing, and confirmation with relevant parties (banks, custodians, platforms, internal stakeholders).
• Ensure timely settlement completion in line with cut-off times, settlement calendars, and operational SOPs.
• Conduct reconciliations between settlement records and statements (e.g., bank/custody confirmations), resolving breaks and discrepancies.
• Monitor and manage fund liquidity/working balances during peak periods to support secure settlement execution.
• Handle exception management, including failed/partial settlements, reversals, payment corrections, and related investigations.
• Support DVP/T+0/T+1 processes (as applicable), including settlement workflow execution and control checks.
• Verify and maintain transaction records and supporting documentation for audit and internal control purposes.
• Execute system or process enhancements, including automation support (e.g., RPA/workflow tooling) and UAT testing where required.
• Prepare daily/weekly settlement reports, metrics, and management updates; escalate material issues promptly.
• Comply with AML/KYC, internal policies, and regulatory requirements relevant to fund/cash movements and operational controls.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in fund settlement / fund operations / securities settlement (or similar).
• Strong understanding of settlement workflows, bank/custody interfaces, and reconciliation practices.
• Proficient in Excel; experience with SQL/RPA/tools is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail with proven ability to maintain high accuracy and zero-error execution.
• Ability to handle high-volume settlement processing and manage exceptions under time pressure.
• Clear communication skills and ability to coordinate with internal teams and external counterparties.
• Relevant experience with fund settlement in regional markets (e.g., China A-shares, HK fund flows, or similar) is advantageous.