Post Trade FO Application Analyst

The Company

Our client is a leading global financial institution with a strong presence in capital markets. With a focus on innovation and cutting-edge technology, they offer a dynamic and fast-paced environment for talented IT professionals who want to make an impact in the world of finance.

The Team

You will join a highly skilled front office technology team responsible for supporting and enhancing post-trade systems used by trading desks across multiple asset classes (FX, rates, and cross-asset products). The team collaborates closely with global stakeholders and plays a critical role in the daily operations of the trading business.

The Role

This role involves supporting a mission-critical front office post-trade application. You will handle functional and technical support for trading systems, monitor incoming requests, assist developers with initial analysis, manage incidents, and participate in global projects related to testing and integration. The role requires strong communication, multi-tasking, and analytical skills in a high-pressure environment.

The Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years experience in banking as an IT support analyst, business analyst, or developer
• Experience supporting post-trade front office applications is highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of FX and rates products (Spot, Forwards, Swaps, NDFs, FX Options, IRS)
• Familiarity with P&L and Risk Management concepts (e.g., VaR, Stressed VaR)
• Technical experience in:
  • C# (desirable)
  • Windows Server and UNIX environments (including shell/Perl scripting)
  • SQL and stored procedures, with basic query optimisation
  • Monitoring tools such as ITRS Geneos
  • Large batch systems (e.g., Control-M)
• Strong communication skills, able to explain technical issues to non-technical users
• Team player, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure
• Degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Fluency in English is essential

The Contact

To apply or find out more, please contact:

[email protected]