Equities Execution Client Operations Analyst

Strategic Staffing Solutions; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Strategic Staffing Solutions in New York, NY seeks an Equities Execution Client Operations Analyst to support post-trade services for Sales and Trading desks, including booking and settlement of equity trades and ensuring the accuracy of client books and records.

You will perform post-trade processing, settlement, reconciliation and risk management, collaborate with custodians, issuers and brokers to resolve SSI and settlement issues, and drive efficiency through process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Detail-oriented with risk-focused mindset.
• Investigate discrepancies and resolve issues.
• Present complex information clearly.
• Work well under tight deadlines with multiple processing deadlines.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Interest in process improvement and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Support post-trade services for equities execution desk.
• Book and settle equity trades; ensure accuracy of client books.
• Perform post-trade processing, settlement, reconciliation and risk management.
• Coordinate with custodians, issuers and brokers to resolve SSI issues.
• Investigate discrepancies and escalate as needed.
• Respond to operational queries and resolve trade lifecycle issues.
• Monitor and reconcile trade activity to identify risk.
• Work with internal and external counterparties to settle transactions on time.
• Identify process improvements to reduce risk and increase efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Risk management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Team player

Process improvement

Project management

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title

Equities Execution Client Operations Analyst

Location

New York, NY

Duration

6 Months

Pay Rate

$33/hr W2

Job/Role Description

• This role supports Equities Execution Client Operations by providing post-trade services for Sales and Trading desks.
• Support the booking and settlement of equity trades while helping ensure the accuracy of client books and records.
• Perform post-trade operational activities including trade processing, settlement, reconciliation, and risk management.
• Work directly with custodians, issuers, and external brokers to resolve issues related to Standing Settlement Instructions (SSI), trade settlement, and outstanding cash or stock breaks.
• Investigate exceptions within internal books and records, identify appropriate resolutions, and **escalate** issues as necessary.
• Research and respond to operational queries and resolve issues that arise throughout the trade lifecycle.
• Monitor and reconcile trade activity to identify discrepancies and potential operational or financial risk.
• Partner with internal teams and external counterparties to facilitate timely and accurate settlement of transactions.
• Analyze existing processes and procedures to identify opportunities to reduce risk, eliminate repetitive work, and improve operational efficiency.
• Maintain a strong focus on operational controls, risk management, and the accuracy of books and records.
• Help drive superior operational and client service outcomes through effective communication and collaboration.
• Manage multiple processing deadlines throughout the day in a fast-paced financial-services environment.
• Support small projects and operational initiatives and help implement process improvements within a consensus-driven environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Strong attention to detail with a risk- and control-focused mindset
• Ability to investigate discrepancies, exceptions, and operational issues and identify appropriate resolutions
• Ability to present complex information in a structured, clear, and concise manner
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple processing deadlines throughout the day
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Demonstrated interest in process improvement and identifying operational inefficiencies
• Ability to manage small projects and initiatives
• Ability to influence others and implement change within a consensus-driven environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Commitment to operational risk management, controls, and accurate processing