Futures Clearing Operations – Reconciliations – Vice President

Citi; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in London is seeking a Securities & Derivatives Sr Manager who will oversee a team managing transactions related to securities and derivatives. The role includes developing business initiatives, handling complex inquiries, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should have significant experience, Series 9 licensing, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working model, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Private medical insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Special discounts for employees

Qualifications

• Significant relevant experience required.
• Required licensing/registration: Series 9.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business initiatives related to securities and derivatives.
• Manage daily performance in post-settlement activities.
• Propose solutions for settlement process improvements.

Skills

People management experience

Clear and concise communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Overview

The Securities & Derivatives Sr Manager is a senior management level position responsible for accomplishing results through the management of a team or department in an effort to process orders and transactions originating from trading desks and branch offices in coordination with the Operations - Transaction Services team. The overall objective of this role is to ensure the seamless delivery of securities and derivatives transactions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business initiatives, client solutions, or projects affiliated with securities and derivatives settlement
• Solve complex inquiries, conduct discovery and complete due diligence activities for client requests
• Provide detailed analysis of escalated issues when necessary and recommend actions for resolution
• Contribute to processing standards and expectations for securities and derivatives processing teams
• Develop and implement business plans, policies, and procedures that offer solutions and cost saving opportunities
• Manage daily performance related to securities and derivatives post-settlement activities of operations processes
• Propose solutions to implement settlement process improvements, client service enhancements, or overall technology enhancements
• Coordinate with internal and external clients to assess service quality and identify areas for improvement
• Act as an advisor to new/junior staff
• Avoid and manage risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm\'s reputation and safeguarding Citi, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.

Qualifications

• Significant relevant experience
• Required licensing/registration: Series 9
• People management experience
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree/University degree or equivalent experience
• Master’s degree preferred

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.

By joining Citi, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:

• Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure
• A discretionary annual performance related bonus
• Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
• Access to an array of learning and development resources

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive.

Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.

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