Schroders
Trade Operations Analyst 2
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Who we're looking for
You would be joining our Trade Processing team to help ensure the timely and accurate booking of transactions and to ensure any issues or fails are pro-actively dealt with and resolved.
It's a fast-paced environment with an emphasis on meeting tight deadlines, and we continually strive to find ways to innovate and become better at what we do.
You will be flexible, creative and curious enough to take on a challenge, rather than tick off set tasks on a to-do list.
About Us
Schroders is a global investment manager which provides active asset management, wealth management and investment solutions. We aim to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We serve a diverse client base that includes pension schemes, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, high net worth individuals, family offices, as well as end clients through partnerships with distributors, financial advisers, and online platforms.
Established in 1804, we have around 5,500 people across 36 global locations. Schroders' success can be attributed to its diversified business model, spanning different asset classes, client types and geographies.
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At Schroders, we're known for doing things differently. That's why we’re building a home for the ambitious in Horsham, West Sussex. You’ll get the all the benefits of being part of a world-leading FTSE 100 company. But you’ll also get the support of being part of a genuine local community. If you’re looking for opportunities that match your ambitions, you’ll find them right here in Horsham.
What you'll do
- Ensure Equity and FI trades you are responsible for are matched and settled on time, following up and escalating issues as appropriate
- Initiating manual payments for trade settlement where necessary
- Verifying and releasing Swift settlement instructions using Swift interface and Custodians
- Ensuring that all securities bookings comply with internal and external requirements
- Daily/monthly review of CSDR - Settlement Discipline Rule Fine Reports
- Daily transactions reporting reconciliation of Swiss Stock Exchange (SWX) trades.
- Weekly/monthly reporting of facts, figures, Adonis controls & unsettled trade reporting
- Managing client and stakeholder queries pro-actively, liaising with external and internal partners to clarify settlement issues with particular focus on quality and timeliness of communication
- Utilising department controls and procedures honestly and effectively, taking steps to call out and minimise any risks
- Suggesting, exploring and helping to implement ideas to save time and cost, reduce risk and improve service quality
- Collaborating with others to help build a positive and supportive working environment
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The knowledge, experience and qualifications you need
- Previous experience gained within a trade confirmation/settlement team focussing on equity, fixed income and unit trust asset classes
- An understanding of multi asset classes in terms of trade booking/support.
- Strong aptitudes for numeracy and attention to detail in a fast paced office environment
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and work on your own initiative
- An innovative approach to problem solving and analysis
- Pro-active and forward thinking in communications with others
- Good at analysing and solving problem with a strong handle on operational risk
- Effective in managing your own time with ability to prioritise tasks appropriately
- Open to feedback, receptive to change, challenges status quo and continually looks out for team and self improvement opportunities
- Take a wider interest in other activities on the team and business, offering support wherever possible
- Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills
- A strong team player able to develop and manage strong working relationships with global internal departments and external counterparties
- Able to adapt to changes quickly and be an advocator of an innovative culture within the team.
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We Recognise Potential, Whoever You Are
Our purpose is to deliver excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We believe diverse perspectives and an inclusive culture help us make better decisions and achieve better outcomes for our clients. That's why inclusion is a strategic priority for us, and we are an equal opportunities employer. You are welcome here, regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or any other protected characteristic.
We will consider flexible working arrangements for all roles and provide reasonable accommodations to support applicants and employees, including those with neurodiversity, disability, or physical and mental health needs. For more information, please visit our FAQs.
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