Senior Administrator - Trade Settlements

Apex group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services group is seeking a Senior Administrator to join their Trade Settlements team in Cape Town. This role includes managing transaction settlements across global markets and requires strong communication skills along with 5 years of relevant experience. The perfect candidate will contribute to process improvements and work effectively under pressure in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in asset management portfolio administration.
• Knowledge of back-office administration processes.
• Understanding of custodian and broker operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day settlement operations ensuring SLA adherence.
• Liaise with clients and custodians to complete trade processes.
• Investigate and resolve unmatched transactions.

Skills

Communication

Structured approach

Ability to work under pressure

Education

B. Com or similar tertiary qualification in business studies

Tools

Trade matching engines (preferably OMGEO)

Job description

Senior Administrator - Trade Settlements

Overview

The Apex Group, established in Bermuda in 2003, is one of the world's largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers, with over 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.

We are committed to supporting your career growth and providing a dynamic environment where your skills can thrive. Join us to be part of a global team that values innovation and excellence.

Job Description

The Trade Settlement team is responsible for the accurate and timely confirmation of all international trades to the counterparty alignments and the instruction of settlement to the relevant custodians.

Responsibilities

• Accountability for the matching and settlement of transactions in all global markets.
• Manage day-to-day settlement operations for a portfolio of clients, ensuring SLA adherence and managing client expectations.
• Liaise with clients, custodians, and counterparties to ensure timely completion of trade settlement processes.
• Investigate and resolve unmatched transactions or failing trades.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external and internal clients regarding trade operations.
• Support leadership and contribute to process improvements and technology implementations.
• Participate in ad-hoc projects and assignments as required.

Requirements

• B. Com or similar tertiary qualification in business studies.
• At least 5 years of experience in asset management portfolio administration.
• Knowledge of back-office administration processes and trade matching engines, preferably OMGEO.
• Understanding of custodian and broker operations, portfolio management, and trading lifecycles.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Structured approach to work, confident, and enthusiastic.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Note: This job posting is active; the position is open for applications.