Markets Asset Servicing Associate - Risk Team,

J.P. Morgan; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm is seeking a Senior Associate – Risk Analyst in Bournemouth. The role involves conducting risk analysis on corporate actions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks, and supporting event processing. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in Asset Servicing, strong analytical and communication skills, and a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field. This position offers hands-on experience in risk management within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Asset Servicing or related field.
• Solid knowledge of corporate actions and asset servicing operations.
• Strong understanding of the transaction/trade lifecycle.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Experience in process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Perform risk analysis of voluntary corporate actions across all lines of business.
• Review event details and stock records to identify risks.
• Ensure all events are captured and instructions are issued on time.
• Contribute to daily management reporting on risk and actions taken.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to manage risk.

Skills

Risk awareness

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analysis tools

Job description

Be part of a team that safeguards market integrity. Gain hands‑on experience in risk management and work with experts across the business.

As a Senior Associate – Risk Analyst within Markets Asset Servicing, you will perform risk analysis for voluntary corporate actions, support event processing, and contribute to risk mitigation efforts. You will collaborate with colleagues across Prime Finance, Trading, and support teams to ensure accurate and timely execution.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform risk analysis of voluntary corporate actions across all lines of business.
• Review event details and stock records to identify risks.
• Assist in calculating market exposure, including discount, liquidity, and volatility.
• Ensure all events are captured and instructions are issued on time.
• Support the submission of corporate instructions to custodians and trading counterparties.
• Participate in projects to improve efficiency and reduce risk.
• Investigate and resolve issues and enquiries.
• Contribute to daily management reporting on risk and actions taken.
• Escalate risk events appropriately ahead of expiration.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to manage risk.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy and compliance.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Asset Servicing or related field.
• Solid knowledge of corporate actions and asset servicing operations.
• Demonstrated risk awareness and operational controls experience.
• Strong understanding of the transaction/trade lifecycle.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Adaptable and proactive approach to learning new processes.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience in process improvement initiatives.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience with Prime Finance, Equity Derivatives, or Fixed Income products.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or related field.
• Experience with reconciliation tools and risk reporting systems.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements in asset servicing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.
• Experience working in a global organization.
• Exposure to project work or process improvement initiatives.