Position Purpose
The Securities Operations Analyst at StoneX will manage equity and fixed income custody and settlements. This includes handling daily operations, resolving settlement discrepancies, and delivering timely reporting. You'll gain a deep understanding of trade and settlement processes, participate in strategic projects, and ensure procedures meet regulatory standards. The role also focuses on improving processes to increase efficiency and profitability across the desk. This opportunity is perfect for proactive individuals eager to develop in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Primary duties will include:
Daily BAU (60%)
- Day-to-day operational processing and month-end special handling
- Discrepancy resolution arising from unmatched settlement or any internal/external disputes
- Accurate and timely reporting to relevant stakeholders
- Develop full understanding of front-to-back trade and settlement processes in the relevant markets and process(es) he/she is handling
- Cross train and cover team members as and when required
Change/Re-engineering (40%)
- Active engagement in ongoing tactical and strategic projects and change management
- Maintain procedures current with markets and regulatory requirements
- Constantly review and analysis to improve processes, increase efficiency, and contribute to the overall profitability of the desks you support
Requirement:
- Bachelor's degree
- A good understanding of Securities markets, systems and process workflows
- Strong knowledge of the key risk areas of the functions and its relevant controls
- 2-3 years of relevant experience in Securities Operations. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
- Familiarity with wholesale financial markets, products and clearing house and settlement venue mechanisms
- Knowledge on industry-wide operational platforms such as CTM and Omgeo Alert is a plus
- Good knowledge and practice of Office Suite. Excel VBA and SQL knowledge is beneficial but not mandatory.
- Strong communication skills for both internal and external stakeholder communication
- Proficiency in data manipulation and analysis
- High standards of accuracy, diligence, and the ability to meet deadlines
- A process excellence mindset and the awareness and ability to be a fully contributing part of the diagnostic process and solution implementation
- Knowledge of Japanese and other Asian languages will add value
