Officer, Cash Securities Settlement (Intermediate)

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We’re currently looking for a high caliber professional to join our team as Officer, Cash Securities Settlement (Internal Job Title: Securities & Derivatives Intmd Analyst – C11) based in Hong Kong.  Being part of our team means that we’ll provide you with the resources to meet your unique needs, empower you to make healthy decision and manage your financial well-being to help plan for your future.  For instance:

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The Securities & Derivatives Intmd Analyst is an intermediate level position responsible for processing orders and transactions originating from trading desks and branch offices in coordination with the Operations - Transaction Services team. The overall objective of this role is to facilitate the clearance, settlement and investigation of client securities and derivatives transactions.

In this role, you’re expected to:

• Responsible for trade pre-matching / settlement in APAC markets
• Liaise with agent banks, brokers, sales and trading desk to follow up any potential fails prior to settlement date
• Relay unmatched / settlement risk items to trade support / front office to avoid failure or buy-in
• Resolve settlement related issues and escalate as needed; recommend solutions to resolve complex issues
• Participate in the implementation of assigned projects, including new products, services and upgrades to platforms
• Identify policy gaps and formulate new policies to enhance the streamlining of trade flow processes
• Monitor and provide solutions to errors to minimize risk to the bank
• Provide informal guidance, and/or on the job training to junior members
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

As a successful candidate, you’d ideally have the following skills and exposure:

• 5-8 years of settlement experience in global markets
• Relevant experience preferred
• Demonstrated comprehension of Equities, Fixed Income, Treasury products, accounting and regulatory policies
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to perform various concurrent activities/projects in a high-risk environment
• Willing to learn and able to work under high pressure
• Bachelor’s Degree/University degree or equivalent experience in Business, Accounting, or Finance

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