Trade Support Analyst

Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group (CC&L); Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group (CC&L) is seeking a Trade Support Analyst to join their global trade operations team. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of trade operations experience, particularly in Fixed Income, Derivative, or FX. Responsibilities include supporting Portfolio Managers, managing transactions, and resolving complex problems.

The salary is between $70,000 and $80,000, plus a performance bonus. CC&L is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming all qualified applicants.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of trade operations experience within Asset Management or a related field.
• Preferably covering Fixed Income, Derivative or FX.
• Resourceful and able to resolve complex problems quickly.

Responsibilities

• Support Fixed Income Portfolio Managers and Trade desks in execution and settlement of transactions.
• Manage custodian and broker relationships to ensure timely settlement.
• Work with technology teams to automate and improve processes.

Skills

Trade operations experience

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Proficient in MS Office

Education

Relevant education and industry certifications

Job description

Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group (“CC&LFG”) is looking for a Trade Support Analyst to join the team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a global trade operations environment, support our Portfolio Managers and perform at the cutting edge of our profession. We place a high value on our team spirit, camaraderie, and creating a culture where each of us has an opportunity to succeed. We are a solution-oriented and collaborative team, seeking like-minded individuals who thrive in a challenging and dynamic environment.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for supporting our Fixed Income Portfolio Managers and Trade desks in execution, processing and settlement of debt securities, money market, derivatives and foreign exchange.
• The role covers transactions into our broad suite of pooled fund offerings and segregated client mandates.
• Working with Trade Desks, the role takes responsibility for efficient trading within tight deadlines.
• Onboarding of new accounts, products and counterparties in relevant internal systems.
• Responsible for ensuring timely settlement through managing custodian and broker relationships.
• Working with systems and technology teams to automate and improve processes with new technology.
• Maintaining and improving our Trade Support processes, systems and data to maximize efficiency and minimize risk.

About You

• 2+ years of trade operations experience within Asset Management or related field. Preferably covering Fixed Income, Derivative or FX.
• Relevant education and industry certifications.
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
• Effective communicator in both verbal and written communications.
• Resourceful and able to resolve complex problems quickly.
• Passionate about learning, with a curiosity to understand the why.

The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000. The salary range provided reflects the base salary range for this position as required by legislation. In addition, there is an annual performance bonus which contributes to the total compensation of this position.

CC&L Financial Group is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or expression, disability, or age.