Trade Lifecycle Analyst

JP Morgan Chase; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in the United Kingdom seeks a Trade Lifecycle Analyst to manage the pre- and post-trading operations across asset classes, with a primary focus on cash movements into and out of client accounts and coordinating funding for managed deposits. You will work with multiple lines to ensure proper funding and contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives.

You will develop an understanding of market products and regulations, collaborate with internal stakeholders, and

Qualifications

• Baseline knowledge of financial markets and transaction lifecycle.
• Experience in managing cash movements and coordinating funding with multiple lines.
• Familiarity with process improvement methodologies and automation technologies.
• Ability to build productive relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Knowledge of project management principles and assisting with planning/execution.

Responsibilities

• Manage cash movements into and out of client accounts, ensuring accurate allocation.
• Coordinate with other business lines to facilitate proper funding and funding coordination.
• Identify and implement process improvements, leveraging automation technologies to boost efficiency.
• Participate in projects related to trade lifecycle operations and support planning/execution.
• Develop understanding of market products and regulations to apply to daily operations.
• Adapt to tight deadlines with strong organization, logic and analytical thinking.

Skills

Cash movements

Funding coordination

Process improvement

Automation technologies

Stakeholder management

Project management

Education

Economics or Industrial Engineering

Tools

VBA

AI analytics

Job description

Join our team at JPMorganChase, where you'll play a crucial role in managing the pre- and post-trading life cycle operations. Your focus on cash movements, funding coordination, and process improvements will be key to enhancing operational efficiency and driving success.

As a Trade Lifecycle Analyst within JPMorganChase, you will play a pivotal role in managing the operations of pre- and post-trading life cycles across all asset classes, with a primary focus on cash movements in and out of client accounts and preparing funding for managed demand deposit accounts. You will coordinate with other business lines to ensure proper funding, applying your knowledge of trade lifecycle processes to identify and resolve issues while contributing to process improvements and automation initiatives. Your success will depend on your ability to actively listen, ask insightful questions, and establish productive relationships with internal stakeholders, as well as manage projects and influence outcomes. You will have the opportunity to develop your understanding of market products and emerging technologies, directly impacting the team's goals and performance. Regular guidance and support from more experienced professionals will help you grow in your role.

Job responsibilities

• Manage cash movements into and out of client accounts, ensuring accurate allocation and reconciliation of funds.
• Collaborate with other business lines to facilitate proper funding, ensuring seamless coordination and communication.
• Contribute to the identification and implementation of process improvements, utilizing knowledge of automation technologies to enhance efficiency.
• Participate in projects related to trade lifecycle operations, assisting in the planning and execution stages to meet set objectives.
• Develop a foundational understanding of market products and regulations, applying this knowledge to daily operations and decision-making processes.
• Adapt to tight deadlines by effectively organizing and prioritizing work, while applying a strong logical and analytical mindset to think outside the box and challenge the status quo.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Baseline knowledge or equivalent expertise in financial markets and understanding of the transaction lifecycle.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cash movements and coordinate with various business lines for proper funding.
• Experience with process improvement methodologies and automation technologies, with a focus on enhancing operational efficiency.
• Ability to establish productive relationships with internal stakeholders, demonstrating beginning proficiency in stakeholder management.
• Familiarity with project management principles, with experience in assisting with project planning and execution.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a background in Economics or Industrial Engineering enhancing understanding of complex financial operations.
• Experience in finance industry operations, demonstrating capability in managing and optimizing financial processes.
• Proficiency in VBA, adding value through automation and efficiency improvements in financial operations.
• Developing experience using AI-powered analytics, workflow automation, or intelligent process tools to drive efficiency gains, reduce manual effort, or improve accuracy in operational processes.