Global Settlements Administration Analyst

Loomis, Sayles & Company; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Loomis Sayles & Co. is seeking a Global Settlements Administration Analyst to support domestic and international derivative settlement processes in a remote-facilitated role.

The team collaborates closely with Traders, PMs, Analysts and Client Services to ensure timely cash movements across collateral, futures, swaps and related instruments. Responsibilities include variances resolution, cash matching, SWIFT trade notifications, and maintenance of the portfolio management system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant field.
• 2–3 years of experience in an investment operations department or similar role.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, Access; strong written/verbal communication.
• Knowledge of derivatives and investment operations; familiarity with Settlement processes.
• Experience with SWIFT, ALERT, Ops Manager, Charles River, DTCC and GTSS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Resolve cash settlement variances with brokers and custodians.
• Supervise cash matching and ensure accurate communication of cash movements.
• Monitor SWIFT notifications and proper trade communications to custodians.
• Verify daily system batches and update securities/master data as needed.
• Maintain Securities Master File using Bloomberg and other data sources.
• Coordinate with Cash Settlements and other departments to improve efficiency.

Skills

Derivatives knowledge

Investment operations

MS Excel/Office

Communication skills

SWIFT familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting or management

Tools

SWIFT

ALERT

Ops Manager

Charles River

DTCC

GTSS

Job description

Global Settlements Administration Analyst

Virtual

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 21, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Loomis Sayles is a performance-driven active asset management company that seeks to identify exceptional investment opportunities on behalf of institutional and retail clients worldwide. We believe active management fueled by proprietary, best-in-class research helps us achieve financial success for our clients. Founded in 1926, Loomis Sayles currently oversees approximately $434.6 billion in assets under management (as of 30 June 2026) for global clients spanning more than 50 countries. We foster a culture of entrepreneurialism, where all employees are empowered and encouraged to develop themselves and their ideas. Our culture centers on our shared IDEALS, the core characteristics of who we aspire to be as employees and an organization.

Loomis Sayles is committed to the continual improvement of our performance, processes and people. As part of this commitment, we are looking to hire an enthusiastic and passionate candidate, eager to contribute to our continued success through the following employment opportunity:

About the Role

The Global Settlements Administration Analyst is responsible for supporting the domestic and international Derivative investment settlement process. This includes, but is not limited to, providing timely and accurate support to Traders, Portfolio Managers, Analysts and Client Services. The main responsibilities of the position involve Confirming, Instructing and Settling all Cash movements involving, but not limited to, Collateral, Futures, TBA’s, Factor Updates, Options, Swaps, Foreign Exchanges, Repo’s and Trade Related Interest discrepancies.

About the Team

Cash Settlements partners with the Security Settlements team as part of the Global Settlements group in the Investment Operations Department. Cash Settlements consists of four Administrators, a Senior Administrator and a team Manager. The team works in a remote environment with flexibility to use the Boston office when required.

Job Responsibilities

• Resolution of Settlement Variances – Work with brokers, custodians and other agencies to ensure timely settlement of cash. Resolve any cash settlement variances and settlement failures in order to avoid monetary or trading sanctions.
• Cash Matching – Supervise internal systems to ensure that block trades and allocations match accurately and that cash settlement instructions are accurately communicated to brokers and custodian banks. Verify that affirmations/confirmations have been processed and delivered to brokers and custodian banks. Research and correct any mismatched trades by verifying internal trade data with our trading area and verifying data with brokers as necessary. Maintain files of matched trades as the need arises by internal standards and regulatory requirements.
• Trade Notification – Monitor internal systems to ensure SWIFT notifications are accurately sent to custodian banks. Ensure proper notification of all non‑SWIFT trades through affirmations or faxes.
• Maintenance of Portfolio Management System – Using control reports, verify that daily system batches completed accurately and that no failures occurred. Research any warning messages and update security master, broker master and account information as necessary to ensure smooth processing.
• Security Master File Maintenance – Create and update securities on system as needed by users. Using Bloomberg and other data sources, enrich our database to provide data needed for accurate investment analytic calculations.
• Manage internal relationships between Cash Settlements and other departments to improve efficiency and maintain optimum level of communication.

Qualifications & Education Requirements

• Knowledge of Derivatives
• Strong interest in investment operations and investment management
• Proficiency in standard office automation packages such as MS Excel, MS Word, MS Access, Lotus Notes
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience with SWIFT, ALERT, Ops Manager, Charles River, DTCC and GTSS preferred
• Working knowledge of Foreign Exchanges, Currency and Equity Options, Futures, TBA’s, Swaps, Factored Securities and Collateral.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting or management. Two to three years of experience in an investment operations department or similar role.

Additional Requirements

Strong written and verbal skills required for communicating internally and externally through email and phone. Also, strong time management and organizational skills are a must, along with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Loomis Sayles is committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation. The salary range for this position is $55,000 - $80,000 USD . Your starting salary will be based on your experience, skills, qualifications and local benchmarking. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award, which is based on individual and company performance. In addition to your compensation, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well‑being and financial security.

At Loomis Sayles, we believe benefits should empower our employees to thrive — at work and beyond. To attract and retain diverse talent worldwide, we are committed to offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that support your well‑being, your family and your future. Designed with both local and global needs in mind, our benefits ensure that wherever you work, you have the support and resources to succeed.

Core Global Benefit Offerings

Health & Welfare: Medical, dental, and supplemental health plans

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Company-Provided Leave Benefits

Life and Disability Insurance

Work/Life and Wellness Resources

Locally Relevant Perks and Programs

EEOC and Diversity Statement

Loomis Sayles is deeply committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce in which talented individuals can realize their full potential and contribute to our growth and success. Please consider applying for this role even if your work history and skillset doesn’t completely match the job description. We believe creativity, tenacity and humility are as valuable as specific skills that can be practiced and perfected on the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.