Specialist - Trade Operations

Apex group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fund administration seeks a Specialist in Trade Operations to oversee settlement operations and manage client expectations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Asset Management, strong communication skills, and a proven track record in a senior role. Join a dynamic team and contribute to innovative solutions in a growing industry.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years’ experience in Asset Management portfolio administration.
• Minimum of 5 years in a senior role.
• Strong knowledge of OMGEO trade matching/confirmations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day settlement operations throughout the trade file cycle.
• Coordinate with custodians and counterparties for trade settlement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients regarding Trade Operation activities.

Skills

Asset Management

Trade Matching

Back-office Administration

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

B. Com or similar tertiary business qualification

Job description

Specialist - Trade Operations

Apply locations: Cape Town, Apex House
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted Yesterday
Job requisition id: JR-0012652

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally, and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide. Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead, and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you:

Job responsibilities include:

1. Supervise day-to-day settlement operations throughout the trade file cycle, including trade matching and settlement, monitoring service delivery against SLAs, and managing client expectations.
2. Accountability for matching and settling transactions executed in all global markets.
3. Coordinate with custodians and counterparties to ensure timely completion of trade settlement processes.
4. Build and maintain strong relationships with external and internal clients regarding Trade Operation activities.
5. Monitor market changes, analyze system enhancement needs, and implement measures as necessary.
6. Perform ad-hoc projects and assignments as required.
7. Assist with and coordinate team deliverables related to projects and onboarding of new clients/funds.
8. Ensure high-quality work outputs and provide mentorship and motivation to team members.
9. Resolve issues escalated by the team.
10. Maintain and update process documents to ensure smooth operations.
11. Monitor risks in Trade Operations by reviewing processes and implementing controls.
12. Identify opportunities for process improvements, including leveraging new technologies and tools.

Skills required:

1. B. Com or similar tertiary business qualification with at least 10 years’ experience in Asset Management portfolio administration.
2. Minimum of 5 years in a senior role.
3. Strong knowledge and experience in Asset Management, especially OMGEO trade matching/confirmations.
4. Experience in back-office administration processes.
5. Understanding of portfolio management processes and trading lifecycles.
6. Attention to detail in investigating breaks, mismatches, and settlement issues.
7. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
8. Confident, enthusiastic, and structured in approach.
9. Ability to work under pressure.

Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex by recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Apex operates a direct sourcing model, and agency assistance will be managed through our exclusive recruitment partners.