Department: Trading Operations

Reports To: Trading Operations Manager

Job Summary: We are working with a well known firm, seeking a highly skilled and experienced Trade Support Analyst to join their dynamic trading operations team. The ideal candidate will have 4-5 years of experience in trade support, with a strong understanding of financial markets, trading systems, and operational processes. This role requires excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Trade Monitoring and Support:

• Monitor and support trading activities across various asset classes, including equities, fixed income, derivatives, and foreign exchange.
• Ensure all trades are accurately captured, processed, and settled in a timely manner.
• Investigate and resolve trade discrepancies and issues in collaboration with traders, brokers, and other stakeholders.

System Management:

• Maintain and enhance trading systems and platforms to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Coordinate with IT and development teams to implement system upgrades, patches, and new functionalities.
• Conduct regular system testing and validation to ensure data integrity and accuracy.

Operational Risk Management:

• Identify and mitigate operational risks associated with trade processing and settlement.
• Develop and implement controls and procedures to enhance operational efficiency and reduce risk.
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.

Client and Stakeholder Communication:

• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external clients regarding trade-related inquiries and issues.
• Provide timely and accurate information to clients, brokers, and counterparties.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate smooth trading operations.

Reporting and Analysis:

• Generate and analyze trade reports, metrics, and performance indicators.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve trading processes and operational efficiency.
• Prepare regular and ad-hoc reports for management and regulatory purposes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• 4-5 years of experience in trade support or a similar role within the financial services industry.
• Strong knowledge of financial markets, trading systems, and operational processes.
• Proficiency in trading platforms (e.g., Bloomberg, Reuters) and order management systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with SQL, VBA, or other programming languages.
• Familiarity with risk management and compliance frameworks.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with data analysis tools.