Securities Settlement Analyst – Fast-Paced Ops (6m Contract)

Peoplebank Hong Kong Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoplebank Hong Kong Limited is seeking a Securities Operations Analyst in Singapore to join the post-trade settlement team. The role focuses on ensuring accurate processing, on-time settlement, and robust risk controls within a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The successful candidate will collaborate with Trading Desks and external market participants, handling pre-matching, issue resolution, and daily reporting while maintaining strong operational controls and a proactive ownership

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Business, Finance, Banking or a related discipline.
• 1–2 years of experience in banking or financial services operations.
• Candidates with experience in equities operations, securities settlement, stock loan, custody or trade support will have an advantage.
• General Operations experience will also be considered.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, problem‑solving abilities and a risk‑conscious mindset.
• Able to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment with strict deadlines.
• A proactive team player with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Support daily securities settlement operations, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and within strict market deadlines.
• Perform pre-matching activities and coordinate with agent banks, brokers and counterparties to facilitate timely settlement.
• Monitor and investigate failed trades, outstanding transactions and settlement discrepancies, ensuring timely resolution.
• Liaise closely with Trading Desks, internal teams and external stakeholders through telephone and email to resolve operational issues.
• Prepare daily operational reports, monitor outstanding breaks and follow up on pending items.
• Maintain strong operational controls and adhere to established procedures to minimise settlement risks.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Risk awareness

Team player

Problem solving

Education

Diploma or Degree in Business/Finance

Job description

Peoplebank Hong Kong Limited is seeking a Securities Operations Analyst in Singapore to join the post-trade settlement team. The role focuses on ensuring accurate processing, on-time settlement, and robust risk controls within a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The successful candidate will collaborate with Trading Desks and external market participants, handling pre-matching, issue resolution, and daily reporting while maintaining strong operational controls and a proactive ownership