OPERATIONS

Operations is a dynamic, multi-faceted division that partners with all parts of the firm to provide banking, securities, and asset management services to clients around the world. In addition, Operations provides essential risk management and controls to preserve and enhance the firm's assets and its reputation. For every new product launched and every trade executed, it is Operations that develops and manages the processes and controls that enable business flow.

 

OUR IMPACT

Commodities Operations Team is responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of risk undertaken by the Commodities Business globally. Team works very closely with Sales and Trading teams to facilitate all aspects of Operational Risk and Control Framework. The functions involve

Matching of all tradesPerforming trade checkout of exotic transactionsFacilitating new businessDrafting documents for executed tradesConfirming economic and legal terms of trades with clients electroncially and  on paperSettling trades

YOUR IMPACT

We are looking for a professional and dynamic individual with a strong interest in Commodities. The ideal candidate would be able to excel in a high-profile and fast paced team whose primary responsibilities include (i) partnering with the Commodities Sales and Trading Desks to ensure the integrity and accuracy of Derivative and Physical Trading risks undertaken by such businesses, as well as (ii) driving and implementing change to ensure we are optimally managing and monitoring risks, in an increasingly demanding and complex regulatory environment.

JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop a deep knowledge of commodities and derivative transactionsFind and resolve booking discrepancies across complex derivative businessesExperience in Commodities Confirmations and/or Settlements processDaily interaction with Trading & Sales to ensure discrepancies are resolved immediatelyEngage with front office and technology to help facilitate the resolution of technical production issuesManage, monitor and investigate reporting breaks and process failures; identify and implement corrective actionsEnsure that processes are continually reviewed and improved, risk is managed, and results are achieved that meet expectations for timeliness, quality and cost effectiveness within the departmentUnderstanding of Commodities markets and products along with basic financial knowledge and termsKey characteristics of Derivative Products (ex. expiration, strike, premium etc.)High Level understanding of ISDA term

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree with competitive GPAProficient with Microsoft applicationsAbility to demonstrate strong technical skills and keen attention to detail

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated attention to detail in previous role on an ongoing basisExperience in understanding and breaking down complex structured products would be a big plus Team player with a collaborative style and strong interpersonal skillsEffectively handle difficult requests, build long-term relationships with the business and be able to manage expectationsStrong written and verbal communication skills with ability to be clear and conciseSelf-starter who thinks ahead, anticipates questions, finds alternative solutions and identifies clear objectivesAble to successfully multi-task, work towards extremely challenging goals and persist in the face of obstaclesAble to adapt to changes and new challengesStrong analytical and organizational skills, critical thinking, and an ability to suggest improvements and identify risksService orientation, sense of urgency, ability to manage internal clients’ expectations and professionalism

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