Securities Settlement Officer

PrimeIT; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 10,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food Allowance

Flex Benefits

Job summary

PrimeIT is seeking a Securities Settlement Officer in Lisbon to join our finance operations team. You will manage settlement lifecycle, perform pre- and post-settlement checks, and support discrepancies resolution while maintaining accurate records.

English fluency and a background in Finance or related field are required, with 0–3 years of experience. The role emphasizes data accuracy, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and adherence to regulatory standards, with a base salary of

Qualifications

• Background in Finance, Economics, Management, or a related field.
• Strong Excel data handling and analytical mindset.
• Understanding of securities processing, settlement workflows, and custody activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the processing of securities transactions throughout the settlement lifecycle, from pre-settlement checks to post-settlement activities.
• Follow up on transaction status and support the resolution of settlement-related discrepancies.
• Contribute to clearing and securities safekeeping operations.
• Ensure that legal records and supporting documentation are properly maintained.
• Assist with the accounting treatment of securities transactions and related corporate events.
• Handle incoming requests and provide clear, accurate responses within agreed deadlines.
• Coordinate with relevant teams to ensure the accuracy and consistency of reference data.

Skills

English

Excel

Finance

Securities

Data accuracy

Education

Finance/Economics degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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18 years of experience.

20 offices and 2 Talent Hubs.

10 internal programmes designed with you in mind.

We are looking for a Securities Settlement Officer!

Location: Lisbon

Level of Experience: Mid (0 to 3 years)

Salary Package & Benefits: €920 to €1,500 (base salary) + Food Allowance + Flex Benefits

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the processing of securities transactions throughout the settlement lifecycle, from pre-settlement checks to post-settlement activities.
• Follow up on transaction status and support the resolution of settlement-related discrepancies.
• Contribute to clearing and securities safekeeping operations.
• Ensure that legal records and supporting documentation are properly maintained.
• Assist with the accounting treatment of securities transactions and related corporate events.
• Handle incoming requests and provide clear, accurate responses within agreed deadlines.
• Coordinate with relevant teams to ensure the accuracy and consistency of reference data.

Technical Skills

• Solid command of Microsoft Excel, including intermediate to advanced functionalities.
• Background in Finance, Economics, Management, or a related field.
• Understanding of securities processing, settlement workflows, and custody activities.
• Ability to work with financial data and maintain accurate operational records.

Language Skills:

English – Fluent (spoken and written)

Soft Skills

• Customer-oriented mindset and commitment to service quality.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous approach to work, with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Collaborative attitude and ability to contribute to team objectives.
• Effective communication skills when interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.