Custom Lending Transaction Coordinator

Testing Site - JPMC; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in Newark, Delaware, seeks a Trading Services Associate II to execute daily trading operations from entry to settlement and to support improvements across the operating platform.

The role emphasizes collaboration with traders, analytics, and stakeholder communication, with opportunities to mentor juniors and lead process initiatives.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in trading or financial services.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments with a detail-oriented approach.
• Knowledge of derivatives and hedging products.
• Understanding of front-to-back operations processes.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily trading operations efficiently, ensuring timely and accurate trade execution while collaborating with traders and team members to resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor and reconcile trading accounts to maintain accuracy, driving the development and implementation of process improvements for enhanced operational efficiency.
• Deliver exceptional service to internal and external clients, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of market trends and trading regulations and ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Prepare and analyze trading reports for management review, actively participating in team meetings and contributing to strategic discussions.
• Assist in training and mentoring junior team members, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
• Manage ad-hoc projects and tasks as assigned, demonstrating adaptability and a proactive approach to addressing emerging needs.
• Participate and contribute to various strategic initiatives; keep improving and evolving processes and business architecture.
• Build an in-depth understanding of all trading structures from both a financial and operational perspective

Skills

Trading knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Adaptability

Derivatives knowledge

Front-to-back operations

Regulatory awareness

Tools

Trading platforms

Job description

Are you ready to elevate your career in a fast-paced, innovative environment? You will have the opportunity to utilize and keep developing your skills while contributing to a team that values growth and collaboration. Join us and be part of a company that supports your professional journey and offers exciting challenges.

As a Trading Services Associate ll within JPMorganChase, you will play a pivotal role in the seamless execution of trade activities, from order entry to settlement. While still developing, your expertise in market products and understanding of automation technologies will be instrumental in optimizing our trading services. You will be expected to leverage your proficiency in change management and continuous improvement to enhance the efficiency and resilience of our operating platform. Your role will also allow you to keep developing your relationships with internal stakeholders, presenting insights to senior management, and driving process improvements. Your decisions will contribute and impact on short-term team and department goals, and you will often guide others in their work activities, contributing to the overall success of our trading services.

Job responsibilities

• Execute daily trading operations efficiently, ensuring timely and accurate trade execution while collaborating with traders and team members to resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor and reconcile trading accounts to maintain accuracy, driving the development and implementation of process improvements for enhanced operational efficiency.
• Deliver exceptional service to internal and external clients, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of market trends, trading regulations, and ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Prepare and analyze trading reports for management review, actively participating in team meetings and contributing to strategic discussions.
• Assist in training and mentoring junior team members, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
• Manage ad-hoc projects and tasks as assigned, demonstrating adaptability and a proactive approach to addressing emerging needs.
• Participate and contribute to the various strategic initiatives; keep improving and evolving processes and business architecture
• Build an in-depth understanding of all trading structures from both a financial and operational perspective

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Extensive experience in trading or financial services, showcasing a deep understanding of industry practices and operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, enabling effective decision-making and innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, facilitating clear and productive interactions with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, along with advanced digital literacy for integrating innovative technologies in trade services.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, maintaining a detail-oriented approach and strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
• Demonstrated capability to work collaboratively in team settings, with a solid knowledge of trading systems and financial markets, and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Understand all relevant derivatives and hedging products (Interest Rate Swaps, Basis Swaps, Cross Currency swaps, Forward Rate Agreement (FRA), Foreign Exchange (FX), Zero Coupon and Overnight Index Swaps (OIS), Bond and Futures)
• Knowledge of the front to back Operations process (including the key elements such as confirmations, settlements, regulatory reporting) and facilitate issue resolution across teams
• Understand the key elements of other infrastructure groups (i.e. Finance, Market risk, Credit risk, Operational risk, Legal, Collateral etc.) and recognize the impact of the actions of the Trade support team on these areas

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Proficiency in trading platforms and software, demonstrating the ability to effectively navigate and optimize these tools.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements in the trading industry, ensuring compliance and adherence to industry standards.
• Capability to leverage digital literacy for adopting and integrating innovative technologies, enhancing trade services and operational efficiency.
• Skill in utilizing AI and machine learning to enhance trade service processes, driving improved decision-making and data-driven insights.