Markets & Securities Services - Operations Assistant VP

Pontoon; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is recruiting for a leading financial institution in London for a Markets & Securities Services Operations – Assistant Vice President on a 6-month hybrid contract.

The role demands 3-5 years in Securities Operations, with strong trade lifecycle knowledge, experience in fixed income instruments, and familiarity with MarkitWire, SWIFT, DTCC and Euroclear. Excellence in Excel and regulatory awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• A degree in a relevant field.
• 3-5 years in Securities Operations, especially Fixed Income Middle Office, Repo and Collateral Ops.
• Strong knowledge of trade lifecycle, confirmations platforms and settlement systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute and monitor end-to-end trade processing for Repo, Credit Bonds and other fixed-income instruments.
• Manage tri-party repo transactions and liaise with agents like Euroclear.
• Maintain daily BAU processes including reconciliations and exception management.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce operational risk.

Skills

Securities Operations

Fixed Income

Trade lifecycle

Regulatory knowledge

Excel

VBA

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

MarkitWire

SWIFT

DTCC

Euroclear

Job description

Markets & Securities Services Operations - Assistant Vice President
Location: London
Contract Type: 6 Months Hybrid (Scope for extension)

Our client, a leading financial institution, is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Assistant Vice President for their Markets & Securities Services Operations team. This pivotal role is designed for professionals eager to contribute to the evolving landscape of securities operations and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

As the Assistant Vice President, you will play a crucial role in supporting regulatory changes, including the implementation of T+1, while ensuring smooth business-as-usual (BAU) processes. Your responsibilities will include:

• Trade Lifecycle Management: Execute and monitor end-to-end trade processing for Repo, Credit Bonds, and other fixed-income instruments.
• Tri-Party Management: Manage tri-party repo transactions and liaise with agents like Euroclear for seamless processing.
• Operational Excellence: Maintain daily BAU processes, including reconciliations and exception management, while investigating trade breaks and unmatched trades.
• Product & Market Expertise: Leverage your deep understanding of fixed-income instruments and stay current with market practises and regulatory changes.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with front office, risk, compliance, and technology teams to resolve operational issues and build strong relationships with custodians and counterparties.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement enhancements to improve efficiency and reduce operational risk.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Education: A degree in a relevant field.
• Experience: 3-5 years in Securities Operations, particularly within Fixed Income Middle Office, Repo, and Collateral Operations.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of trade lifecycle, confirmation platforms (e.g., MarkitWire, SWIFT), and settlement systems like DTCC and Euroclear. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential; knowledge of VBA is a plus.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with regulations impacting securities operations, such as CSDR, SFTR, and MiFID II.
• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for accuracy and the ability to resolve trade breaks and settlement issues effectively.

Why Join Our Client?

• Be part of a fast-paced environment where your contributions directly impact operational integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with a diverse team of experts and enhance your professional skills in a supportive atmosphere.
• Opportunity to work on significant projects that shape the future of securities operations.

If you are a motivated professional with a passion for securities operations and a commitment to excellence, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career with our client. Your expertise could be the key to their continued success in a rapidly evolving financial landscape.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.