We are seeking a highly motivated Collateral Management Analyst to join our Middle Office Solutions team. In this role, you will play a key part in the daily operations of our clients' portfolios, focusing on collateral management and trade settlement. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. You'll be instrumental in ensuring the smooth and accurate processing of trades and payments while maintaining excellent communication with clients and counterparties.
Key Responsibilities
- Collateral & Payment Processing :
- Coordinate the month-end collateral interest process between counterparties.
- Instruct collateral and treasury transfer payments using SWIFT .
- Prepare expense payments within the xeo Treasury system.
- Agree upon and process over-the-counter ( OTC ) payments on behalf of clients.
- Trade Settlement & Reconciliation :
- Review vendor platforms (such as Omgeo CTM, Traiana, Markit Trade Manager), Prime Broker (PB) matching portals, and recaps on Trade Date.
- Be responsible for listed securities settlements via Prime Broker platforms, ensuring trades are pre-matched and settle correctly between the counterparty and PB.
- Handle the review, exception processing, and break escalation / resolution for trades, followed by the affirm / confirm process between the client and executing counterparty.
- Team & Client Interaction :
- Work with internal stakeholders and clients in a professional manner to resolve any open issues.
- Assist with the training and development of junior team members.
- May work on special projects as needed to support team objectives.
About You
Education : A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or another quantitative subject.Knowledge : Knowledge of various fund types is beneficial.Skills :Strong customer service , analytical, and problem-solving skills.Detail-focused with the ability to multi-task and work effectively in a team.Adaptive and flexible professional style, comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Excel and Word .Ability to organize, prioritize tasks, and work in a deadline-oriented environment .Comfortable communicating with clients and counterparties via email and phone.Experience (Beneficial but not essential) :Exposure to a cash settlements role.Experience with ISDA Bi-Lateral agreements and the collateral process.Exposure to financial instruments like equities, bonds, equity swaps, FX, futures, and OTC productsSkills Required
Collateral Management, Analytical Skills, Payment Processing, Trade Reconciliation, Client Engagement, Accounting, Customer Service