Implementation Specialist

We are working with a global financial institution to recruit an Implementation Specialist who will be a key component of the in-business Risk & Control team, responsible for implementing specific controls within the broader Markets preventative booking control framework. This is an exciting opportunity for a practically minded, seasoned professional with an in-depth knowledge of traded products and a clear understanding of Front Office trading preventative controls. The team has coverage across all markets' businesses globally, interfacing with multiple risk and technology functions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Investigate and analyse data and process flows to understand the availability, meaning, and suitability of data for trade booking controls.
2. Define business requirements for proposed controls to meet regulatory commitments and business objectives.
3. Collaborate effectively with Sales/Trading, Technology, Operations, and other functions.
4. Conduct testing to ensure that delivered functionality meets business requirements.
5. Plan and execute seamless go-live of new controls.
6. Work with Audit and other Control groups to investigate control failures and drive forward control enhancement initiatives.

Essential Criteria

1. At least 5 years' experience in investigating and analysing data and process flows.
2. Knowledge of traded products and Front Office trading preventative controls.
3. Strong working knowledge of market-traded products and related control principles.
4. Practical understanding of front-to-back-order management and trade booking flows, specifically around trade booking and/or order submission.
5. Advanced Excel and strong database analysis/management skills.
6. Product knowledge, ideally gained within FO/Booking Control/Risk & Control.
7. Experience in Markets products, e.g., Equities, FX.

This role will be a hybrid role with 3 days in the office in Belfast. Although the role is initially for a 7-month period, there is a high possibility of extension.