Description
Senior Treasury Analyst for an Investment Portfolio with a core strategy focused on high quality fixed income instruments. More specifically, European Government Bonds, Agencies and similar type assets.
Duties and Accountabilities
- Aid in proactively managing the Investment Portfolio processes; identify and assess bond investments in accordance with the Investment policy.
- Be informed on market data, economic information and key industry developments as well as regulatory standards to assist in maximizing profitability through sound business decisions.
- Present bond deal proposals to Desk Head based on analysis and risk assessment of Investment Portfolio's maturity profile, credit profile, yield / spread optimization, capital and liquidity optimization.
- Support and maintain administrative, documentation and governance processes and procedures in line with Policy requirements.
- Manage and match daily cash flows and ensure effective portfolio hedging through FX contracts and derivative instruments within defined risk parameter and manage inter-affiliate loan cash flows.
- Responsible for ensuringthattrades are entered into the trading system on a timely basis and for ensuring that positions are appropriately valued.
- Propose new credit lines and / or brokers to management where applicable.
- Compile monthly reporting and support delivery of presentations / communications to senior management or stakeholder groups.
- Maintain a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite.
- Understand and comply with TD Policies, regulatory and compliance requirements.
- Act as a brand ambassador for your business area / function and the bank, both internally and / or externally.
Requirements
- Exhibit ability to conduct ongoing independent research into market trends and activity
- A demonstrated ability to focus on detail
- Very keen focus on meeting deadlines
- High level of dependability and results-orientated
- Communicate clearly and effectively
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate at all levels within the organisation
- Understand and promote the importance of strong internal controls
- Strategic thinker
- Experience in financial services and specifically trading of Fixed Income Products considered an asset