Senior Surveillance Analyst

AFRIZAN; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a Senior Surveillance Analyst to join a respected regulatory team. This role is pivotal in ensuring market integrity by monitoring trading activities and identifying potential market abuse. The successful candidate will engage in real-time surveillance, conduct in-depth investigations, and collaborate with key financial authorities. If you are passionate about upholding transparent trading practices and thrive in a high-responsibility environment, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the financial market landscape.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in market surveillance or financial compliance.
• Degree in Mathematics, Engineering, or Data Analytics.

Responsibilities

• Monitor trading activity for insider trading and market manipulation.
• Conduct detailed profit and loss reviews of derivatives.

Skills

Market Surveillance

Financial Compliance

Data Analytics

Investigative Skills

Derivative Pricing

Education

Degree in Financial Field

Degree in Quantitative Field

Job description

Are you a sharp-eyed financial professional with a passion for market integrity?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Surveillance Analyst to join a highly respected regulatory team. This role offers the chance to work at the forefront of financial market oversight, identifying market abuse and ensuring trading compliance across multiple asset classes.

On behalf of our client, we are seeking an individual who thrives in a high-responsibility environment and is committed to upholding fair, transparent trading practices. The successful candidate will be instrumental in monitoring JSE-listed securities, performing in-depth investigations, and liaising with the Financial Sector Conduct Authority.

Key responsibilities include :

• Real-time monitoring and review of trading activity for potential insider trading and market manipulation
• Conducting detailed profit and loss reviews related to derivative instruments
• Presenting findings and referrals to the FSCA for further investigation
• Supporting the optimisation and execution of core surveillance processes
• Liaising with front office and middle office teams to gather insights

Requirements :

• A degree in a Financial or Quantitative field (e.g. Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Data Analytics)
• At least 5 years of experience in market surveillance or a related financial compliance role
• In-depth understanding of derivative pricing and trading dynamics
• Proven ability to identify suspicious market activity and present clear investigative findings
• Market surveillance experience from another exchange is highly advantageous

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