Trade Operations Admin I

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Job Description

JOB PURPOSE (JOB SUMMARY): Under necessary supervision, provides operational support for Trade Confirmation, settlement and deal with broker, custodian and traders for timely settlement of trades.. Exercises independent judgment while researching and resolving time critical and risk sensitive issues.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

- Match the trades between Invesco and Brokers and liaise with broker for unconfirmed & mismatch of trades.
- Research on discrepancies with trading desks, custodians and brokers to facilitate timely and accurate settlement of trades.
- Report and track fail trades with broker, custodian and communicate to appropriate Internal teams.
- Capture performance of Brokers related to confirmation and settlement of trade and produce Analysis report
- Proactively contribute ideas and participate in continuous improvement initiatives
- Process manual trades in Accounting systems as required
- Match the Derivatives trades like Futures, Swaps, and Options and raise discrepancies with appropriate internal parties and brokers.
- Match the margins with brokers and facilitate movement of margin between broker and custodians. Support Collateral Management process by matching the collaterals with broker and report excess/deficit collateral.
- Maintain and update documentation on Trade Processing global operational procedures
- Maintain and update broker, custodian contact sheet and SSI
- Serve as a mentor to Trade Admin I and provide support / cover for Senior Trade Admin

WORKING CONDITIONS:

- Staggering shift work is required on a rotational basis and as defined by manager to provide global business coverage depending on project, assignment or daily trade activity
- Normal office environment with little exposure to noise, dust and temperatures.
- Rotating support coverage is required for international markets that are open during statutory holidays
- Participate in Business Recovery testing on an as-needed basis as defined by manager

WORK EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE:

- Sound knowledge of investment products globally is required
- Knowledge of Trade Life Cycle
- Must have a working knowledge of 2-5 years of experience in Investment Industry
- A good understanding of the Derivatives Products (Futures, Swaps, Options) and the confirmation and settlement processes for these instruments
- Good knowledge of Fixed Income product and FI trade life cycle.

SKILLS / OTHER PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED:

- Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with a variety of individuals is required.
- Must show the ability to make quick decisions, establish priorities and concentrate on detailed information under pressure on a daily basis.
- This includes the ability to handle time critical situations while meeting rigorous deadlines.
- Must have the ability to analyse detailed numerical data.
- Attention to detail is critical.
- Must be adept in all Microsoft Office programs, with a special emphasis in Excel.
- Ability to cooperate in a team environment is critical.
- Must establish and maintain relationships with internal teams.
- Problem solving skills.
- Ability to actively participate in projects.
- Desire to learn new and complex financial instruments and processes.
- Willingness to participate in the development and enhancement processes and productivity.

FORMAL EDUCATION: (minimum requirement to perform job duties)
A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Math or related field (or an equivalent combination of education, training, experience that would provide the knowledge, skills and ability required)

Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Worker Type

Employee

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

No

Workplace Model

At Invesco, our workplace model supports our culture and meets the needs of our clients while providing flexibility our employees value. As a full-time employee, compliance with the workplace policy means working with your direct manager to create a schedule where you will work in your designated office at least three days a week, with two days working outside an Invesco office.

Why Invesco

In Invesco, we act with integrity and do meaningful work to create impact for our stakeholders. We believe our culture is stronger when we all feel we belong, and we respect each other’s identities, lives, health, and well-being. We come together to create better solutions for our clients, our business and each other by building on different voices and perspectives. We nurture and encourage e