Securities Services Support

Job: Securities Services Support

Position: Securities Services Support
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
Working Pattern: Full Time

Role Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Securities Services Support professional to manage day-to-day processing of securities trades within our Treasury Operations team. Your primary responsibility will be ensuring the timely and accurate processing of securities transactions from trade capture systems to accounting and payment systems, including the General Ledger.

Key Responsibilities

• Timely Payments: Ensure all payments are entered on time to meet respective deadlines.
• Accurate Accounting: Process all accounting entries (DDA and General Ledger) correctly.
• Trade Verification: Verify trades against external sources prior to processing.
• Confirmation Matching: Complete the confirmation matching process promptly and resolve discrepancies.
• Reconciliation: Proactively follow up and resolve reconciliation breaks with Nostros or Custodian statements.
• Daily Functions: Accurately and timely complete daily functions.
• Custodian Balances: Fully reconcile custodian balances to ensure trades settle according to market conventions.
• Relationship Management: Maintain relationships with Front Office and promote quality service.
• Process Improvement: Proactively enhance processes using the 3 "E"s and the Kaizen concept.
• Documentation: Maintain and update desktop procedures and checklists actively.
• System Upgrades: Perform and document User Acceptance Testing as part of new system upgrades.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Securities Settlements: Strong understanding of securities settlements, including Euroclear, CREST, and FED settlement services, as well as primary and secondary market settlements.
• Payment Formats: Knowledge of various payment formats.
• Documentation: Understanding of securities underlying documentation and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Regulatory Adaptation: Ability to adapt to the continually changing regulatory environment.
• prioritisation: Skill in prioritising day-to-day responsibilities.
• Process Improvement: Determination to challenge the status quo while maintaining control and enhancing customer experience.
• Effective Communication: Strong communication skills to facilitate relationship management and process improvement.

If you thrive on challenges and want to continuously grow in a supportive, dynamic, and diverse environment, we encourage you to apply today! Join us in making a difference while enhancing your career in the finance sector.

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