Middle Office, Associate 1

State Street Corporation; Drogheda; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

State Street Corporation is seeking a Middle Office, Associate 2 to supervise teams handling trade processing and confirmation. You will monitor file transmission, assist in OTC trade confirmations, and support settlement, pricing, and daily reconciliations across multiple regions. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

The role requires a degree in accounting, finance or business, and a proactive approach to resolving discrepancies while meeting client deadlines.

Qualifications

• Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong analytical skills and numerical ability.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly numerate and able to meet strict client deadlines.
• In-depth knowledge of Equity, Futures, Options, Fixed Income, FX and Derivatives (IRS, CDS, TRS, etc).

Responsibilities

• Monitor Trade File Processing: Ensure all trade files transmitted by the Fund daily on trade-date are processed by the team.
• Trade Confirmation and Trade Reporting: Monitor and assist in the confirmation of complex OTC trades across EMEA, US and APAC markets; resolve breaks promptly.
• Trade Exports/Settlement Instructions: Ensure transmission of trade details from the Fund; resolve and escalate export problems.
• Reconciliations: Oversee daily reconciliation breaks and escalate as needed.
• Pricing: Ensure daily pricing for portfolio securities from approved third party sources.
• Reporting to Ireland Office: Complete daily checklist and report issues to the client.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Decision-making

Analytical skills

Verbal and written communication

Numerical ability

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance or Business-related area

Job description

Who we are looking for:

Someone who can provide supervision of the teams responsible for trade processing and confirmation of client’s trades, error reporting and resolution.

Why this role is important to us:

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Services (SSGS). SSGS gives asset owners and managers access to the essential financial tools they need to deliver effective investment solutions. From core custody, accounting, fund administration and shareholder recordkeeping, to complete operations solutions and servicing for alternative assets like OTC derivatives, private equity and real estate, SSGS’ tools help our clients make better investment choices and act on growth opportunities. Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for:

As a Middle Office, Associate 2 you will:

• Monitor Trade File Processing: Ensuring all trade files transmitted by the Fund daily on trade-date are processed by the team.
• Trade Confirmation and Trade Reporting: Monitor and assist in the confirmation of complex OTC trades executed via MTM and DTCC platforms for EMEA, US and APAC markets. This will involve working closely with clients and brokers to resolve intraday trade alleges and breaks in proactive and timely manner on trade date.
• Trade Exports/Settlement Instructions: Ensure the onward transmission of trade details received from the Fund. Resolve, report and elevate any trade export problems.
• Reconciliations: Overview of daily reconciliation breaks and ensure all breaks are followed up in the hub locations (Poland) and escalated to Ireland team/client if necessary for your resolution assistance.
• Pricing: Ensure pricing for portfolio securities daily from third party pricing sources approved by the Fund.
• Reporting to Ireland Office: Ensure daily checklist is complete and verify end of day process is completed. Highlight, elevate and report all issues to the client. During the course of normal day to day operation, responsible for identifying any unusual or potentially suspicious transaction activity and must report and/or elevate in accordance with corporate policy and guidelines detailed in relevant operating procedures.

What we value:

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• Strong critical thinking Problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly numerate Ability to perform effectively within strict client deadlines
• In depth knowledge of some/all of the following products: Equity, Futures, Options, Fixed Income, FX, Derivatives (IRS, CDS, TRS, etc)

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Accounting or Finance or Business-related area (minimum 2.2 honors degree IT Literate)

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

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