Asset Servicing Officer

Randstad Ssc; Almada; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad SSC is recruiting for a client, a renowned bank, to fill an Asset Servicing Officer role on a 3-month contract with possible extension. You will oversee asset servicing processes, including dividends and coupons, and provide strategic direction for the function.

You will lead reconciliations, ensure accuracy and timeliness, and coordinate with external institutions. Strong communication, analytical, and leadership skills are essential, with English mandatory and French a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance or a related field.
• Over 3 years of experience in a financial role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• English proficiency; French is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee asset servicing processes including dividends and coupons.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of asset servicing activities.
• Lead reconciliations and maintain transaction records.
• Coordinate with external parties for smooth asset servicing.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and policy adherence.
• Mentor junior team members and support senior management.
• Act as Team Leader backup for project follow-ups and controls.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Independent work

Leadership

Education

Degree in Finance or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

randstad SSC is recruiting for a client, a renowned bank that ́s seeking a Asset Servicing Officer

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the asset servicing processes (dividends and coupons, both on positions held by Natixis and on coupon and dividend retrocessions on lending/borrowing and repurchase transactions), providing strategic direction and leadership for the entire asset servicing function.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all asset servicing activities and resolve complex discrepancies and issues during the asset servicingprocess.
• Lead the reconciliation of asset servicing records and maintain accurate transaction records, including oversight of all reconciliationactivities.
• Coordinate with other financial institutions and external parties for smooth asset servicing, serving as the primary point of contact forasset servicing-related interactions.
• Uphold compliance with asset servicing regulations and internal policies, providing expert guidance and support on regulatory matters.
• Identify and implement high-level process improvements for enhanced efficiency and accuracy within the asset servicing function,working closely with senior management and other stakeholders.
• Provide mentorship, training, and leadership to junior and mid-level team members involved in the asset servicing process.
• Acts as the Team Leader backup in case of need for projects follow-up, controls performance and declaration, oversights presentationand others

Integrate a renowned company in a multicultural environment in a 3 month contract, with possible extension

if you have:

• Degree in Finance or related field.
• More than 3 years of experience in a financial role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Good knowledge of English, both written and verbal. French is a plus.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Conditional Formatting, advanced formulas). VBA is a plus.