FX/MM, Loans Middle Office Controls

Contract Opportunity - Middle Office Trade Support (Reconciliations & Controls)
We are seeking an experienced Middle Office professional to join an Operations team on a 1-year contract. This role focusses on supporting Markets and Banking businesses, ensuring trade accuracy and completeness across front-to-back systems. Products include Loans, Money Markets, Bonds, FX, and both Exchange-Traded and OTC Derivatives.
Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and resolve trade exceptions in Murex and T0 platforms, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Manage aged exceptions with timely escalation.
• Perform system reconciliations, resolve breaks, and escalate unresolved items.
• Produce KRI and risk reports, highlighting emerging risks.
• Collaborate with technology teams to drive system enhancements and manage change initiatives.
• Simplify complex processes and deliver measurable improvements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain robust controls.

Skills & Experience

• Strong knowledge of Fixed Income, Currencies, and Derivatives.
• Proven experience in Operations/Middle Office, including daily controls and reconciliations.
• Familiarity with Bloomberg, Murex, LoanIQ, and reconciliation tools such as DUCO (would be beneficial).
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to resolve exceptions efficiently.
• Track record of improving control environments and operational efficiency.

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