Trading Operations - FT

OCBC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

OCBC is seeking a Trading Operations Specialist in Singapore to be at the heart of our trading operations, ensuring seamless execution, settlement and timely confirmations. You will work closely with traders, sales teams and other stakeholders to provide top-tier support and drive business growth.

Success in this role requires attention to detail, strong analytical skills and excellent communication. You will stay abreast of market trends, regulatory changes and system updates while identifying

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in finance, economics or business administration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage trade execution, settlement, and confirmation processes.
• Identify and resolve trade discrepancies promptly to minimize impact on operations.
• Collaborate with traders, sales teams and stakeholders on process improvements.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external counterparties such as brokers and custodians.
• Analyze trade data and market trends to optimize trading operations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Adaptable

Education

Finance/Economics/Business degree

Job description

Who We Are As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

Who We Are As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires. Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future. We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career. Your Opportunity Starts Here. Trading Operations Specialist - FT Why Join As a Trading Operations Specialist at OCBC, you'll be at the heart of our trading operations, ensuring seamless execution and settlement of trades. You'll work closely with our traders, sales teams, and other stakeholders to provide top-notch support and drive business growth. It's a challenging and rewarding role that requires attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication. How you succeed To excel in this role, you'll need to stay on top of market trends, regulatory requirements, and system updates. You'll work closely with our traders to understand their needs, identify areas for improvement, and implement process enhancements. Your ability to analyze complex data, identify risks, and develop creative solutions will be essential to driving success in this role. What you do

• Monitor and manage trade execution, settlement, and confirmation processes
• Identify and resolve trade discrepancies, ensuring timely resolution and minimal impact on business operations
• Collaborate with traders, sales teams, and other stakeholders to implement process improvements and drive business growth
• Develop and maintain relationships with external counterparties, such as brokers and custodians
• Analyze trade data and market trends to identify areas for improvement and optimize trading operations

Who you are

• A degree in a relevant field, such as finance, economics, or business administration
• At least 2-3 years of experience in trading operations, preferably in a similar role
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and develop creative solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with traders, sales teams, and other stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy and timeliness
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with a high level of adaptability and flexibility

What We Offer Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry‑leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.