Operations Analyst Capital Markets

Job Description

Job Description

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 Jersey City NJ and work 2 days per week remote.

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.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $65,000 - $80,000 per year

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Referral program

Vision insurance

Schedule :

Monday to Friday

Application Question(s) :

Are you willing to submit to a comprehensive background check?

Education :

Associate (Preferred)

Experience :

banking operations : 1 year (Required)

Language :

English (Required)

Ability to Commute :

Jersey City NJ (Required)

Ability to Relocate :

Jersey City NJ : Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location : Hybrid - 3 days per week on client site, 2 days per week remote