Corporate Actions Analyst | FORFIRM

FORFIRM CONSULTING SAGL; Ticino; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-impact projects

Performance-driven environment

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

FORFIRM cerca unAnalyst Corporate Actions per un ruolo in sede a Lugano. Il candidato gestirà elaborazioni di azioni societarie, partecipando a progetti operativi per clienti bancari svizzeri ed europei.

È richiesta esperienza nei processi di azioni obbligatorie e facoltative, attenzione al rischio e precisione in ambienti ad alta pressione. La posizione prevede lavoro in team internazionale in Svizzera, lingua inglese minimo B1 e italiano bilingue.

Qualifications

• Conoscenza solida del processing di azioni societarie su eventi obbligatori e facoltativi.
• Attenzione ai dettagli e gestione del rischio in contesti ad alta velocità.
• Comunicazione efficace con team interni ed esterni e gestione escalation.

Responsibilities

• Gestire elezioni e istruzioni dei clienti su azioni societarie facoltative in tempi definiti.
• Interpretare e registrare dati di azioni societarie provenienti da fornitori nel sistema di Corporate Actions.
• Eseguire il processing di azioni obbligatorie e facoltative su un sistema di custodia globale.

Skills

Corporate actions processing

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Risk management

English (B1)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Bloomberg

Telekurs

Job description

Corporate Actions Analyst ####

• Lugano, Switzerland
• Tempo pieno
• In sede

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ABOUT FORFIRM

FORFIRM delivers innovative, tailored solutions to real business challenges by combining deep industry expertise with a flexible, knowledge-driven approach. We are proud to be a company with no predefined barriers or rigid frameworks: we listen, we understand, and we build solutions that truly meet our clients' needs. Our culture is based on meritocracy, openness, and personal initiative - a place where everyone can shape their role and contribute meaningfully.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an experienced Corporate Actions Analyst to join our international team and contribute to operational projects for Swiss and European banking clients. The ideal candidate brings solid knowledge of corporate actions processing across both mandatory and voluntary events, with a strong risk awareness mindset and the ability to operate accurately in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Risk Management & Controls

• Identify potential risk scenarios inherent in corporate actions processing and implement appropriate controls to minimise operational exposure

• Ensure that financial losses stemming from misinterpretation of information or processing errors are actively prevented through structured oversight

• Manage escalations related to corporate actions, coordinating effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders

Processing & Operations

• Process client elections and instructions on voluntary corporate actions accurately and within required timeframes

• Accurately interpret and record corporate action information received from vendors and other data sources into the Corporate Actions system

• Execute processing of mandatory and voluntary corporate actions across a global custody accounting system, covering events such as stock splits, stock dividends, spin-offs, exchanges, mergers, tenders, and consents

Governance & Master Data

• Oversee shareholders meetings and disclosure management activities in line with internal procedures and market requirements

• Maintain accurate securities master data, with familiarity with Bloomberg and Telekurs considered a plus

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Ability to multitask and work autonomously while supporting team objectives and balancing competing priorities

• Strong attention to detail with a proven ability to identify risk and pursue mitigation opportunities

• Solid working knowledge of corporate actions processing across mandatory and voluntary event types

• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment while consistently meeting daily deadlines

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Knowledge of Area Finanza CAD considered a preferential criterion

• Familiarity with securities master data and reference data management

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is preferred but not required

• Italian bilingual or native level, English minimum B1, both mandatory

WHAT WE OFFER

• Involvement in high-impact projects within leading Swiss and European banking institutions

• A performance-oriented environment that supports professional growth and initiative

• A collaborative and dynamic team culture built on knowledge sharing and continuous development

FORFIRM is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All qualified applicants will be considered without discrimination based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.