Job Description
Are you looking to accelerate your career in the financial services sector? Recruit Express is partnering with a prestigious financial institution to hire a Trade Support Executive for a 12-month contract role within their middle-office operations team. This is an exceptional opportunity for detail-oriented professionals to gain hands-on experience in high-volume securities processing and trade lifecycle management.
As part of this dynamic team, you will act as a critical link between front-office traders and back-office settlement teams, ensuring seamless trade execution and compliance. We are looking for an immediate joiner who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses a strong understanding of financial instruments. In return, you will receive competitive compensation and invaluable exposure to institutional banking standards.
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end trade lifecycle processes, including trade verification, affirmation, and settlement oversight.
- Collaborate closely with front-office desks to resolve trade discrepancies and ensure accurate booking.
- Conduct daily reconciliation of security positions and cash balances to mitigate operational risk.
- Monitor and manage trade exceptions, investigating root causes to prevent future occurrences.
- Liaise with external counterparties, custodians, and internal stakeholders to facilitate smooth settlement workflows.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of all trade-related communications and operational activities.
- Assist in the preparation of management reports and regulatory filings as required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Banking, Economics, or a related business discipline.
- Minimum 1-2 years of experience in Trade Support, Middle Office, or Securities Operations.
- Solid understanding of various financial instruments, including Equities, Fixed Income, or Derivatives.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables) and experience with trade booking systems (e.g., Murex, Bloomberg, or similar).
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to identify and resolve complex operational issues.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and commit to a 12-month contract duration.