FX Trade Support (AVP)

Venn Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking an FX Trade Support (AVP) to manage the processing of foreign exchange transactions. This role requires strong experience in FX operations, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include trade processing, settlement monitoring, and stakeholder collaboration. The position offers a hybrid work model in London.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in FX operations or derivatives processing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good working knowledge of relevant operational systems.

Responsibilities

• Process FX transactions from trade capture systems to payment systems.
• Manage confirmation and affirmation processes for FX trades.
• Monitor and reconcile payment flows for timely settlement.

Skills

Strong understanding of FX settlements and trade lifecycle

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Proficiency in reconciliation and exception management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

FX Trade Support (AVP)

London / Hybrid

Purpose of the Role

Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of foreign exchange (FX) transactions within a derivatives operations environment. The role ensures smooth trade lifecycle management, from trade capture through settlement, while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Process FX transactions from front-office trade capture systems through to accounting and payment systems.
• Manage confirmation and affirmation processes for FX trades.
• Monitor and reconcile payment flows, ensuring timely settlement and resolution of discrepancies.
• Maintain and update operational procedures and checklists.
• Perform User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system upgrades and process changes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet processing deadlines and enhance service quality.
• Escalate issues promptly and follow through to resolution.

Skills & Experience

• Strong understanding of FX settlements and trade lifecycle.
• Knowledge of confirmation matching processes and market standards.
• Familiarity with CLS settlements and SWIFT payment formatting (MX / MT standards).
• Awareness of industry documentation ISDA) and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in reconciliation and exception management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing regulatory environments and prioritize effectively.

Qualifications

• 5+ Previous experience in FX operations or derivatives processing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good working knowledge of operational systems and Microsoft Excel.

Challenges

• Managing high-volume, time-sensitive transactions in a dynamic regulatory environment.
• Driving process improvements while maintaining robust controls.
• Building strong relationships across front office and operations teams.