Parvana

Trade Closing Analyst

Parvana  •  Cape Town, ZA (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description


About our client:

Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture and performance.

What you will be doing:

  • Daily review and upkeep of trade data in firm systems.

  • Timely and accurate identification and resolution of breaks, coordinating with internal teams and external parties (vendors, administrators, custodians, agents).

  • Responsibility for LMA Par/Distressed and Bond Settlements; managing the trade lifecycle (confirms, transfer certificates, pricing letters).

  • Daily review and resolution of trade date position exceptions; working with Fund Accountants to prioritise trade settlements.

  • Report on aged unsettled trades, unallocated trades, and short positions with commentary for management review.

  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and vendors.

  • Elect and process Amendments and Corporate Actions; drive initiatives for process improvement and enhanced performance.

  • Working within a high-performance culture of continual improvement, with a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I).

What our client is looking for:

  • Knowledge of LMA/LSTA Par and Distressed Documentation, and experience with Bond settlements and processing.

  • Familiarity with WSO (Wall Street Office) and Clear Par.

  • Strong experience in corporate action election and processing (LendAmend a plus).

  • Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain strong internal and external relationships.

  • Must be a self-starter, highly self-motivated, and possess a "change mindset" focused on continuous improvement.

  • Strong planning, organization, and time management skills to deliver results in a deadline-driven environment.

  • Must be a team player, able to work collaboratively with and through others.

  • Excellent analytical skills, intellectually curious, an effective problem solver, and critical thinker.

  • Highly attentive to detail, pro-active, and eager to take on new challenges.

Job ID:

  • J107079

For a more comprehensive list of opportunities that we have on offer, do visit our website -
https://www.parvana.co.uk/careers


Requirements


Trade Closing, Investment Advisory, Trade Settlements, LMA/LSTA, Bond Settlements, WSO, Clear Par, Corporate Actions, Process Improvement, Analytical Skills, Change Mindset, Deadline-Driven
Parvana

About Parvana

Parvana has established itself as an IT Recruitment Experts in South Africa, UK, Europe, Australia & the USA. We specialise in fulfilling the IT & Telecomms Permanent & Temporary Recruitment needs of many of our Technology, Software, Internet & Consulting customers worldwide.

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Cape Town, ZA
Year Founded
2006
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