Equities Trade Operations Analyst

Strategic Staffing Solutions; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Staffing Solutions seeks an Equities Trade Operations Analyst in New York to support post-trade processing, settlement, reconciliations, and risk controls for Equity desks. You will partner with internal teams and external parties to ensure accurate books, resolve settlement issues, and maintain documentation.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, sharp attention to detail, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong attention to detail with risk-conscious mindset.
• Ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments with multiple deadlines.
• Analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support post-trade operations for Equities Sales and Trading desks, ensuring accurate trade processing, settlement, reconciliation, and risk management.
• Partner with internal teams and external parties to support booking and settlement of equity trades and maintain accurate books and records.
• Work directly with custodians, issuers, and external brokers to resolve issues related to settlement instructions, trade settlement, and outstanding cash or stock breaks.
• Investigate daily operational exceptions and inquiries to identify root causes and determine appropriate resolutions.
• Review exceptions within internal books and records, resolve discrepancies, and establish issues when necessary.
• Support reconciliation activities and help identify and resolve cash, position, and trade-related breaks.
• Maintain a strong focus on operational risk, controls, and accuracy throughout the trade lifecycle.
• Analyze existing processes and procedures to identify opportunities to reduce operational risk and eliminate repetitive or inefficient work.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to help achieve strong operational and client service outcomes.
• Assist with small projects and process improvement initiatives within a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Manage multiple processing deadlines throughout the day while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Process improvement

Stakeholder influence

Communication skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title: Equities Trade Operations Analyst

Location: New York, NY

Duration: 6 months

Pay Rate: $33/HR (W2 Only)

Job/Role Description:

• Support post-trade operations for Equities Sales and Trading desks, helping ensure accurate and efficient trade processing, settlement, reconciliation, and risk management.
• Partner with internal teams and external parties to support the booking and settlement of equity trades and maintain accurate books and records.
• Work directly with custodians, issuers, and external brokers to resolve issues related to settlement instructions, trade settlement, and outstanding cash or stock breaks.
• Investigate daily operational exceptions and inquiries to identify root causes and determine appropriate resolutions.
• Review exceptions within internal books and records, resolve discrepancies, and establish issues when necessary.
• Support reconciliation activities and help identify and resolve cash, position, and trade-related breaks.
• Maintain a strong focus on operational risk, controls, and accuracy throughout the trade lifecycle.
• Analyze existing processes and procedures to identify opportunities to reduce operational risk and eliminate repetitive or inefficient work.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to help achieve strong operational and client service outcomes.
• Assist with small projects and process improvement initiatives within a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Manage multiple processing deadlines throughout the day while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Strong attention to detail with a risk-conscious and control-focused mindset.
• Ability to present complex information in a clear, structured, and concise manner.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and competing priorities.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated interest in identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Ability to manage small projects and initiatives.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and implement change within a consensus-driven environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.