Collateral Management Analyst - Middle Office Solutions

We are seeking a highly motivated Collateral Management Analyst to join our Middle Office Solutions team. In this role, you will play a key part in the daily operations of our clients' portfolios, focusing on collateral management and trade settlement. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. You'll be instrumental in ensuring the smooth and accurate processing of trades and payments while maintaining excellent communication with clients and counterparties.

Key Responsibilities

• Collateral & Payment Processing:
• Coordinate the month-end collateral interest process between counterparties.
• Instruct collateral and treasury transfer payments using SWIFT.
• Prepare expense payments within the xeo Treasury system.
• Agree upon and process over-the-counter (OTC) payments on behalf of clients.
• Trade Settlement & Reconciliation:
• Review vendor platforms (such as Omgeo CTM, Traiana, Markit Trade Manager), Prime Broker (PB) matching portals, and recaps on Trade Date.
• Be responsible for listed securities settlements via Prime Broker platforms, ensuring trades are pre-matched and settle correctly between the counterparty and PB.
• Handle the review, exception processing, and break escalation/resolution for trades, followed by the affirm/confirm process between the client and executing counterparty.
• Team & Client Interaction:
• Work with internal stakeholders and clients in a professional manner to resolve any open issues.
• Assist with the training and development of junior team members.
• May work on special projects as needed to support team objectives.

About You

• Education: A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or another quantitative subject.
• Knowledge: Knowledge of various fund types is beneficial.
• Skills:
• Strong customer service, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-focused with the ability to multi-task and work effectively in a team.
• Adaptive and flexible professional style, comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Excel and Word.
• Ability to organize, prioritize tasks, and work in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Comfortable communicating with clients and counterparties via email and phone.
• Experience (Beneficial but not essential):
• Exposure to a cash settlements role.
• Experience with ISDA Bi-Lateral agreements and the collateral process.
• Exposure to financial instruments like equities, bonds, equity swaps, FX, futures, and OTC products