Settlement Specialist (12‑month contract, 80‑100%)

The Settlement Specialist is responsible for ensuring the successful and timely settlement of transactions. They monitor and reconcile failing trades, requiring a strong understanding of trading operations and excellent communication skills for effective operational management.

Responsibilities

• Daily monitoring of pending transactions through to final settlement.
• Analysis and management of complex transactions and exceptional situations.
• Identification of recurring changes in settlement instructions; request corrections/creation of networks (SSI) to maximize automation.
• Propose solutions to increase operational efficiency and optimize processes.
• Coordinate and verify incoming/outgoing payments for exceptions (e.g., netting).
• Daily collaboration and communication with clients, custodians, and internal teams to resolve settlement issues.
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