Securities Operations Specialist

Rothschild & Co Bank AG; Zürich; Presencial; CHF 140.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health benefits

Collaborative culture

Professional certifications

Training opportunities

Remote work 40%

Descripción de la vacante

Rothschild & Co Bank AG in Zürich seeks a Securities Operations Specialist to manage the processing and lifecycle of securities positions, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, and drive best practices across the team.

The role covers trade processing, settlement, and custody functionalities for Swiss/UK businesses, with Avaloq usage and a need for strong English; French is beneficial. Flexible work options may be discussed.

Formación

• 5–10 years of experience processing and booking trades in all financial instruments.
• 3–5 years of experience settling trades in all financial instruments.
• Practical knowledge of Avaloq banking platform.
• Ability to communicate clearly with internal and external counterparties.
• Strong team player with a can-do attitude.
• Swift, reliable and exact working style.
• Very good command of English; French is beneficial.

Responsabilidades

• Executing the processing and booking of exchange transactions for the Swiss and UK businesses.
• Processing of investment fund transactions (incl. alternative investment funds).
• Trade confirmation matching via SWIFT, Omgeo/CTM or paper-based matching.
• Chasing counterparties on late and failed settlement.
• Settlement of trade transactions across different custodians within the Avaloq system.
• Securities transfers free of payment.
• Custody functionalities related to securities transaction and position management.

Conocimientos

5-10 years experience

3-5 years experience in settlement

Clear communication

Team player with can-do attitude

Swift, reliable and exact working

Very good English

French beneficial

Educación

EFZ banking apprenticeship or comparable qualification

Herramientas

Avaloq banking platform

Descripción del empleo

Securities Operations Specialist

Rothschild & Co Bank AG

Rothschild & Co is one of the world's largest independent financial advisory groups. We offer a distinct perspective that makes a meaningful difference to our clients’ business and wealth.

With a team of 4,800 talented financial services specialists on the ground in 40 countries across the world, we provide independent advice on M&A, strategy and financing, as well as investment and wealth management solutions to large institutions, families, individuals and governments. As a family‑controlled business that has been at the centre of the world’s financial markets for over 200 years, we can rely on an unrivalled network of specialists and are known for our track‑record of outstanding execution in financial services.

Rothschild & Co Wealth Management

For over 200 years, Rothschild & Co’s freedom to offer objective advice and our commitment to personal service have combined to shape and grow our private clients’ wealth, building value for generations. Our dynamic growth and ambitious targets in relation to quality, innovation and reliability have created a need for the above mentioned role.

Overview of Role

The Securities Operations Department is responsible for the processing and monitoring of all securities related transactions as well as the life‑cycle‑management of securities positions and the maintenance of the asset master data. We serve our clients in a highly professional way and we keep our procedures on the most efficient level to provide information and services in a timely manner. Every member of the team strives to optimise the processes continuously to exceed current and future expectations of our clients.

As a Securities Operations Specialist you can handle special cases, contribute to company‑wide projects and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders in a professional way. You challenge the current procedures of your area of responsibility and you establish “best practices” in the team.

Responsibilities

• Executing the processing and booking of -Exchange transactions for the Swiss and UK businesses
• Processing of investment fund transactions (incl. alternative investment funds)
• Trade confirmation matching via SWIFT, Omgeo/CTM or paper-based matching
• Chasing counterparties on late and failed settlement
• Settlement of trade transactions across different custodians within the Avaloq system
• Securities transfers free of payment
• Custody functionalities related to securities transaction and position management

Education and Qualifications

• Completed banking apprenticeship (EFZ) or comparable qualification in banking/financial services (e.g., CYP)

Experience, Skills and Competencies Required

• 5 - 10 years of experience in processing and booking of trades in all financial instruments in all markets, awareness of tax issues on stock exchange transactions
• 3 - 5 years of experience in settlement of trades in all financial instruments is a strong benefit
• Practical knowledge of Avaloq banking platform is a must
• Ability to communicate clearly to internal and external counterparties
• Strong team player with a can‑do attitude
• Swift, reliable and exact working style
• Very good command of English and (written and spoken), French is beneficial

Benefits

• Rothschild & Co provides a wide range of health and wellbeing services, supported by above‑average employer contributions to pension and social insurance, strengthening your long‑term financial security.
• A collaborative, respectful and inclusive workplace where people feel valued, empowered and able to contribute their ideas.
• A purpose‑driven culture guided by our long‑standing principles of being thoughtful, creative and principled, with a focus on responsible and long‑term decision‑making.
• Continuous learning through in‑house training opportunities and financial support for external education and professional certifications.
• Flexible ways of working with the possibility to work from home up to 40%, based on the role.

Work Details

• Work location: 8008 Zürich (ZH)
• Workload: 100%
• Employment start: By agreement
• Employment duration: Permanent

Office Address

Rothschild & Co Bank AG
Zollikerstrasse 181
8008 Zürich