Rates Derivatives Middle Office Trade and Risk Management (Analyst)

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm in Westminster is looking for a Rates Derivatives Middle Office Trade and Risk Management Analyst. In this role, you will support trade execution and processing, develop automation technologies, and enhance trading operations. Candidates should have a solid understanding of trading services and financial markets, with strong communication and relationship management skills. This position offers a dynamic environment focused on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Knowledge or equivalent expertise in trade execution and settlement.
• Experience applying automation technologies in trading environments.
• Proactive change management abilities to facilitate smooth transitions.

Responsibilities

• Support trade orders accurately and efficiently.
• Utilize knowledge of market products to optimize the trading platform.
• Develop automation technologies for trade processing.

Skills

Baseline knowledge in trading services

Automation technologies

Change management

Data analysis

Relationship management

Financial markets knowledge

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Job description

As a Rates Derivatives Middle Office Trade and Risk Management Analyst within JPMorgan Chase, you will play a pivotal role in the execution and processing of trade orders, ensuring the smooth operation of our trading and portfolio management businesses. Your responsibilities span from supporting order execution to settlement, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all trade activities. You will leverage your developing knowledge of market products and automation technologies to optimize our operating platform. Your ability to manage change and drive continuous improvement will be developed in this role, as you work to enhance our processes and systems. With a focus on collaboration, you will build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, while developing your influence and presentation skills to communicate data-driven insights and collaborate in impactful decisions. Your work will have a direct impact on our team\'s performance and the achievement of our short-term operational goals.

Responsibilities

• Support trade orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring seamless flow to subsequent back-office systems.
• Develop and utilize knowledge of market products to understand each deal and contribute to the optimization of our trading platform.
• Develop and apply automation technologies to support trade processing, including settlements, profit and loss, and confirmations.
• Actively participate in change management initiatives, coordinating resources to minimize disruption and facilitate successful transitions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts, identifying inefficiencies in processes and proposing solutions based on data analysis.

Qualifications

• Baseline knowledge or equivalent expertise in trading services, specifically in order execution and trade settlement.
• Demonstrated ability to apply automation technologies in a trading environment, with a focus on process optimization.
• Proactive in change management, with the ability to leverage resources to facilitate smooth transitions and minimize disruption.
• Developing skills in data analysis and tech literacy, with the ability to communicate data-driven insights effectively.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop internal stakeholder management, with a focus on building productive relationships and driving mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Comprehensive understanding of financial markets, trading instruments, and the overall trading process, with experience in trading services like order execution, trade processing, and risk monitoring, supported by previous experience in finance industry operations roles.
• Strong relationship-building, influencing, and conflict management skills, with excellent written, oral communication, and interpersonal abilities to resolve issues and maintain positive stakeholder relationships.
• Effective presentation and negotiation skills, combined with an innovative mindset focused on continuous process improvement, and a willingness to be flexible in a team-oriented environment.