Operation Analyst - Credit Derivatives, Contract

SKILLSFORCE MANAGEMENT CONSULTANCY PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Singapore seeks a motivated Credit Derivatives Operations Analyst for a 6-month contract with potential for extension or conversion. The role involves managing operational risk, ensuring efficient trade processing, and collaborating across teams. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and experience in finance, with strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance or investment banking.
• 2-5 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational risk throughout trade processing lifecycle.
• Oversee real-time trade booking exceptions.
• Partner with teams to enhance systems and streamline processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

MS Suite

Excel

Job description

My client is seeking a motivated individual to join their team as a Credit Derivatives Operations Analyst. In this dynamic role, you will play a key part in managing operational risk, ensuring seamless trade processing, and collaborating with various stakeholders to drive efficiency and innovation.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with clients, sales/trading desks, and other stakeholders to resolve open inquiries and issues.
• Oversee operational risk throughout the trade processing lifecycle for structured and flow credit derivatives post-trade execution.
• Become a subject matter expert to mitigate risks and improve workflows.
• Manage real-time trade booking exceptions between trading desks and sales teams.
• Partner with technology and business teams to enhance systems and streamline processes.
• Stay engaged in industry and regulatory initiatives to ensure compliance in a rapidly evolving environment.
• Continuously review and improve processes to maximize timeliness, quality, and cost-effectiveness.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and experience in financial services or investment banking
• Proactive, enthusiastic, and creative approach with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills with the ability to interact effectively across departments.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities with sound judgment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of credit derivatives and current regulatory frameworks (preferred but not required).
• Ability to remain composed and solution-oriented under pressure.
• 2-5 years of experience in finance or a related field.
• Proficiency in MS Suite, especially Excel, with the ability to quickly adapt to new systems.

This is a 6 month contract with possibilities of extension or conversion.