Job Description

Who we are looking for
Supporting the life cycle of Transaction Management; involves the capture, validation, confirmation and settlement of transactions instructed by the primary investment manager and any sub advisors. The process begins when we receive executed transaction instructions from the investment manager via one of several standard message formats.
Why this role is important to us
The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Services (SSGS). SSGS gives asset owners and managers access to the essential financial tools they need to deliver effective investment solutions. From core custody, accounting, fund administration and shareholder record keeping, to complete operations solutions and servicing for alternative assets like OTC derivatives, private equity and real estate, SSGS’ tools help our clients make better investment choices and act on growth opportunities.
Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.
What you will be responsible for
As Transaction Management you will

Trade Settlement Resolution/ Fail monitoring

Experience working with Brokers and Custodians to resolve fail trades

Identify and resolve the root cause of all issues

Continually seek best practice for current processes and procedures

Be knowledgeable of all systems and their downstream effects with a focus on maintaining standards

Seek automation when possible and continuously look to improve upon existing processes

Acts as a resource within the assigned business unit to problem-solve for complex issues with clients, counter parties and other internal teams

Responds to inquiries from clients, custodians and brokers to ensure timely effective processing of requests

Prepares, completes, and reviews standard client reporting

Performs transaction processing tasks within the business unit as necessary to support processing routines.

What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role
Consults with peers to optimize the operating model
Oversees and trains cross-cultural team daily processing
Oversight of offshore processes in respect of Trade Reconciliation Break Investigations, and cash postings.
Monitors the day-to-day activities, controls and ensure consistency of policies adherence to procedures and compatibility of services to clients.
Education & Preferred Qualifications
1+ yr. of Equity or Fixed Income Trade settlement resolution and fail monitoring.
Bachelor’s degree with a Business-related major, Accounting or Finance preferred
Additional requirements
Preferred System experience: GTM, CSM, ALERT, CTM, SWIFT and Bloomberg.
Exceptionally technology-oriented with the ability to learn applications quickly.