Post-Trade Operations Specialist

Areca Capital; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Areca Capital in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Operations Officer to manage post-trade operations, fund settlements, and client account setup for institutional clients. You will oversee reconciliation processes and support the trade workflow on a daily basis.

Responsibilities include cash/securities settlements, liaising with brokers and custodians, and contributing to IT-related projects to enhance operational efficiency. Strong attention to detail is required.

Qualifications

• Understanding of global equities and other exchange-traded products.
• Knowledge of bonds, derivatives and related settlement markets.
• Experience in back-office or middle-office roles in brokerage or asset management.

Responsibilities

• Full post-trade cycle: trade confirmations, cash & securities reconciliation, settlements (including Euroclear/Clearstream and local markets), custody operations.
• Pro-active participation in implementing new products and improving operational infrastructure.
• Daily support of the trade execution workflow alongside trading.
• Setup of client accounts and instrument static data in the firm's systems.
• Identifying and resolving cash and securities breaks.
• Prepare operational reports and liaise with brokers and custodians.

Skills

Global equities

Back-office operations

Attention to detail

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Zag Trader

Job description

Areca Capital in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Operations Officer to manage post-trade operations, fund settlements, and client account setup for institutional clients. You will oversee reconciliation processes and support the trade workflow on a daily basis.

Responsibilities include cash/securities settlements, liaising with brokers and custodians, and contributing to IT-related projects to enhance operational efficiency. Strong attention to detail is required.