Collateral Operations Analyst
A Leading Financial Services business is looking to hire an experienced Collateral Operations Analyst, who ideally holds a background in Collateral Management & Regulatory Ops.
* £275 - £325 per day (Inside IR35/Umbrella or PAYE only)
* The role is an initial 12 month contract with scope to roll into a couple of years
* The role is hybrid working (2 or 3 days a week in the office, 2 from home)
* Based in London, City
Production/Oversight Controls:
* Work autonomously as part of the Regulatory Ops & Collateral Management team and collaborate closely with internal/external stakeholders as appropriate.
* Main point of contact for Collateral Ops queries from internal and external stakeholders - Manage and/or escalate issues/topics in a timely manner.
* Coordinate and monitor collateral agreement onboarding activity.
* Daily oversight controls including collateral disputes, failed collateral movements, coupon claims.
* Weekly oversight controls of collateral onboarding activity.
* Production and review of key performance indicators.
* Analyze existing collateral processes, identify structural inefficiencies, and investigate root causes.
* Define remedial action/enhancements and monitor subsequent implementation.
* Manage stakeholders including service providers (Service reviews, etc.).
* Draft, review and maintain operational procedures.
Projects/Initiatives:
* Actively contribute to Collateral projects and initiatives as Subject Matter Expert and ensure appropriate processes and documentation are defined for the Team.
* Lead/moderate workshops/governance across teams and different management levels.
* Think outside the box, differently, unconventionally, or from a new perspective: suggest pragmatic and innovative solutions to regular problems, with a positive attitude.
* Build credible, trusted relationships with our key internal and external stakeholders across all levels of the organization (Project, Operations, Legal, Distribution, Service Providers, etc.).
* Transparent and regular communication with the Team and manager.
* Proactive, result-oriented, putting our Clients' needs first.
Key requirements/Skills/Experience:
* Prior relevant experience (ideally 2-3 years+) working in Middle Office activities (OTC, ETD, Central clearing or Collateral management).
* Prior relevant experience (ideally 2-3 years+) working on Regulatory topics (EMIR, etc.) within the Asset Management industry.
* Strong technical skills and familiarity with project management methods.
* Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across various functions such as Portfolio Management, IT, Sales, and with Service providers.
* Team spirit, with good communication and presentation skills and outstanding interpersonal competence.
* Highly organized, ability to work independently as well as empower a team.
* Proficiency in English, additional European language skills are a plus.
* Excellent university degree, preferably in Business or Finance.
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