Operations Analyst - FX Options Settlements & Investigations

Delta Capita; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Capita seeks an Operations Analyst in Kuala Lumpur to ensure timely settlements of cash flows for FX option derivatives. The role involves pre-settlement checks, affirmations with counterparties, and resolving settlement discrepancies.

The candidate should have a finance/Accounting background with experience in derivative operations and strong Excel/MS Office skills to support investigations, reconciliations, and SLA-driven responses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field.
• Experience in Financial Markets Operations or Settlements preferred.
• Exposure to FX Options, OTC Derivatives, and cash management processes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate settlements of cash flows for FX option derivative trades.
• Perform pre-settlement checks and affirmation of cash flows with counterparties.
• Investigate failed settlements, reconciliations, and Nostro/Suspense breaks; escalate issues per SLAs.

Skills

FX Options knowledge

Settlement operations

Microsoft Excel

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting/related

Tools

SWIFT MT101/MT103/MT199/MT202

MS Office Suite

Job description

Role Summary:

The role of the Operations Analyst is to ensure the timely and accurate settlements of cash flows ofFX Option Derivative trades on behalf of the client. This involves both individually conducting pre-settlements check and affirmation of cashflows with counterparties, identifying and resolving any issues that may prevent timely settlement. The role reports into the Settlements or Post-settlements manager, with oversight responsibilities shared by the supervisor.

Key Role & Responsibilities;

The Settlements function serves as a layer of control where booking issues such as incorrect economics (i.e., wrong direction, currency, premium date, notional, counterparty, etc.) are detected, escalated and resolved. The Analyst is expected to ensure the timely affirmation of cashflows with counterparties and performing all pre-settlements checks, settlement of cashflows and timely escalation of issues and discrepancies.

The role also encompasses Investigations function that requires timely follow up on failed settlements, reconciliations and investigations of Nostro and Suspense breaks stemming from systemic or economic issues, fully observing the procedures and policies of the function. Engaging with internal and external stakeholders in a timely manner and responding to queries/swift messages following SLAs, with consideration of urgency and importance.

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• Degree in accounting/finance/management/business administration with minimum Fresher/1year of experience in Derivative Ops. Experience in Confirmations processes would be an added advantage.
• Knowledge about FX and Precious Metals Options operations.
• Understanding of financial markets, FX products, and derivatives.
• Knowledge of trade lifecycle processes and settlements operations.
• Familiarity with Standard Settlement Instructions (SSI) and ISDA market standards.
• Working knowledge of SWIFT messages, including MT101, MT103, MT199, MT202, MT202 COV, and MT299.
• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with strong stakeholder management capabilities.

Knowledge & Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Commerce, Economics, or a related discipline.

Prior experience in Financial Markets Operations, Settlements, Treasury Operations, or Investment Banking Operations.

Exposure to FX Options, OTC Derivatives, and cash management processes.

Product Knowledge

Knowledge of:

• FX Options
• Precious Metals Options
• OTC Derivative Settlements

Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of FX and derivatives products.
• Knowledge of trade lifecycle and market operations processes.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Data analysis and reconciliation skills.

Communication Skills

• Excellent verbal and written English communication.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities.
• Professional email and business communication skills.

How We Work

Delta Capita is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, colour, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you require any reasonable adjustments through your interview process, please use the designated space within the application questionnaire.

This is a full-time position based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. As the selection and interview process is ongoing, please submit your application in English as soon as possible. If your profile is selected, a member of our team will contact you, a valid working permit for Malaysia is mandatory.

Who We Are

Delta Capita Group is a global managed services, consulting and solutions provider with a unique combination of experience in Financial Services and technology innovation capability.

Our mission is to reinvent the financial services value chain by providing technology-based mutualised services for financial institutions, particularly for non-differentiating services.

Our three offerings are:

• Managed Services
• Consulting & Solutions
• Technology