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Summary: Integrated Portfolio Services at Northern Trust is a rapidly expanding Global fund administrator supporting complex hedge fund clientele. Clearing & Settlements team supports a variety of administrative functions revolving around the trade lifecycle for a hedge fund such as, trade capture, trade affirmation/trade transmission, break resolution, event processing, trade settlement, etc. The position requires an individual with knowledge in financial markets and middle/back office experience.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage multiple customers and business lines within a fast-paced, challenging environment
Liaison between clients' trading desks and their prime brokers, exchanges, counterparties, to ensure timely settlement and efficient resolution of identified breaks
Perform and oversee all processes related to daily trade break resolution for asset classes below:
equity products including stocks, ETFs, warrants
fixed income products including corporate, government, mortgage bonds
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exchange traded derivates including options and futures
Monitor trade posting process and upload trades to prime brokers
Monitor trade affirmation process to ensure proper allocation/delivery from counterparties
Resolve failing trades with Prime Brokers and counterparties to facilitate delivery
Communicate effectively with team members to provide excellent service to our clients
Work with the Reconciliation & Control team to ensure the accuracy of internal books and records
Build and maintain internal and external relationships
Perform other related duties as required
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
Experience in exchange traded securities and/or settlement operations preferred, but not required
Experience with DTC, SWIFT, Global and Central Trade Manager preferred not required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (namely excel), some experience with Bloomberg preferred, not required
Excellent attention to detail with written and oral communication.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in very time-sensitive conditions
Knowledge of basic accounting principles and familiarity with financial markets and instruments
Hold themself accountable and is passionate about delivering high quality work and servicing clients
Physical Demands and Work Environment: Must be able to interact and communicate with co-workers, clients and vendors in a clear, thorough and concise manner. Work environment and physical demands are those normally associated with office work setting, including frequent use of the computer and telephone. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions unless those accommodations would impose an undue hardship or constitute a direct threat.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
Salary Range:
$48,000 - 72,000 USD
Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.
Work Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).
Working with Us
As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.
Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.
Reasonable Accommodation
Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com, or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.
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