Senior Analyst, OTC Derivatives Trade Support - Capital Markets Operations

RBC; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented professional to support its London-based OTC Derivative and Structured Product desks. In this role, you will engage with various asset classes, ensuring accurate trade execution and providing exceptional service to clients. Your analytical skills will be crucial as you manage trade lifecycles and improve processes for efficiency. With a comprehensive rewards program and a commitment to professional growth, this opportunity offers a dynamic environment where you can make a significant impact and thrive in your career.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Flexible benefits

Competitive compensation

World-class training program

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Experience with OTC Derivatives or Structured Products is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support complex transactions for Credit, Rates, and Equity Derivatives.
• Manage trade lifecycle events and ensure accuracy of bookings.

Skills

Active Learning

Adaptability

Critical Thinking

Customer Service

Decision Making

Operational Delivery

Process Improvements

Tools

Bloomberg Terminal

Murex

Sophis

DTCC TradeServ

ICE

LCH

Job description

Job Summary

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

In this role, you will support the London-based OTC Derivative and Structured Product desks, covering Credit, Rates, and Equity.

You will develop a deep understanding of the products and system infrastructure to provide top-tier trade execution and exceptional service to RBC’s investment professionals and clients.

What will you do?

1. Support complex transactions for Credit, Rates, and Equity Derivatives, including Structured Products, and assist with hedging activities across various asset classes.
2. Serve as a central contact point, collaborating with Sales, Trading, Clients, and internal teams.
3. Validate trade bookings for accuracy in downstream processing.
4. Perform trade enrichment from front-office instructions.
5. Manage trade lifecycle events, ensuring accurate bookings and client communication.
6. Assist in resolving trade and cash breaks, following escalation procedures.
7. Conduct data reconciliations as per team procedures.
8. Help set up new broker, counterparty, and client accounts in relevant systems.
9. Contribute expertise to new projects and initiatives.
10. Identify and suggest process improvements for team discussion.
11. Complete daily tasks accurately and document them in the end-of-day process.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have:

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive attitude towards process efficiencies and project leadership
• Clear and concise communication skills
• Strong analytical and technical skills
• Ability to build cooperative relationships at all levels

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with OTC Derivatives or Structured Products
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements like Dodd-Frank, EMIR, MiFID II, PTMM
• Technical proficiency with financial systems such as Bloomberg Terminal, Murex, Sophis, DTCC TradeServ, ICE, LCH
• Experience in downstream processing of OTC Derivatives or Structured Products

What is in it for you?

We foster a challenging environment that promotes growth, collaboration, and delivering trusted advice to clients. We value each other, support potential, and aim for mutual success.

• Comprehensive rewards including bonuses, benefits, and competitive pay
• Leadership support for your development
• Opportunities to work with industry leaders
• Make a meaningful impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team
• World-class training in financial services
• Flexible working options

Agency Notice

RBC does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Resumes should only be sent through authorized channels.

Job Skills

Active Learning, Adaptability, Business Appraisals, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Decision Making, Effectiveness Measurement, Operational Delivery, Process Improvements

Additional Job Details

Address: 100 BISHOPSGATE, LONDON

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Work hours/week: 35

Employment Type: Full-time

Platform: CAPITAL MARKETS

Job Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salaried

Posted Date: 2025-05-01

Application Deadline: 2025-05-15

Note: Applications accepted until 11:59 PM on the day before the deadline.

Conclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

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