Portfolio Solutions Operations, Senior Associate

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Who we are looking for :

Looking for a professional who understands the entire Broker dealer business flow starting from Trade processing, settlements and reconciliations for in-scope of equities, Fixed Income and Treasury products.

Why this role is important to us :

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Markets, one of the biggest asset managers in the world, that provides services to the world's governments, institutions and financial advisors. The team has the responsibility to manage both client and brokers trade allocations, trade processing and settlements in timely manner.

What you will be responsible for :

Management of transactions / trades between State Street and the various Brokers / Client. Ensuring all trades / trade instructions are settled / cancelled, and fix any breaks that occur between SS and Brokers.

Understanding and Knowledge of complete Trade Life Cycle and various Market Systems (DTC / BONY / EUROCLEAR / BLOOMBERG).

Assist in driving various firm and team initiatives including Operational Efficiencies and Controls, improving the risk and control environment and maintaining procedures.

Monitoring various queues and remediation of short position to ensure trade instructions reach market on time

Communicate with Trading Desk, Borrowers, Counter parties to remediate issues

Diligently Follow and maintain SOP's

Candidate should have good MS Excel skills.

Coordinate settlements for institutional clients for both international equity and fixed income transaction products

Promotes, creates and implements policies and procedures.

Coordinate resolution of trade settlement discrepancies with counterparties.

Manage TMPG claim resolution with executing brokers

Manage aged fails, update status reports based on correspondence with counterparties,

Work with trade processing / settlements to correct trade records as needed to mitigate failed trades.

Reconcile daily activity within firm accounts

Contributes to Operations strategy and product development for the group

Interfaces with technology and product development to ensure future system changes / enhancements are fully tested and documented

Very good understanding of financial market activities and transactions

Very strong problem solving, customer service, communication, and organizational skills

Creating and analyzing new methods to proactively identify discrepancies in data

Serves as an expert resource on operational needs for the group

Interfaces with traders, Compliance, Operations and other areas within SSGM to ensure efficient business flows and controls exist for the group

Escalation point for resolution of queries from external and internal groups for your department

Business continuity responsibility for the group - oversees offsite testing and updates to BCP plans and procedures

Participates in internal committees or industry groups to promote operational efficiencies and enhance knowledge

Leverages / promotes use of technology to achieve operational efficiencies, mitigate operational risks, and reduce operating costs

Works with management to ensure favorable audit ratings.

What we value :

These skills will help you succeed in this role :

Good knowledge on complete Trade Life Cycle.

Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills

Work as a team player in a global team environment

Excellent communication, organization, interpersonal planning, and analytical skills

Deadline and detail oriented

Demonstrated computer proficiency, including advanced knowledge of MS Excel, as well as problem solving, analytical and technical skills

Shift Timing : Night Shift (6PM-3AM / 7PM-4AM)

Work Location : Hyderabad

Education & Preferred Qualifications :

University degree in Business majoring in Accounting, Finance, or other Financial-related programs

Overall experience of 3+ years in the finance industry, familiarity with securities operations preferable securities lending activities.

Technical Skills - IT and Systems

Intermediate, demonstrable knowledge of Microsoft Office suit

Euroclear / CREST

DTCC

Fidessa

DUCO

Bloomberg

BONY

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you'll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

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