Total Return Swap Operations

Total Return Swap Operations Overview

• The Total Return Swap Operations role focuses on managing trade lifecycle events across diverse asset classes, emphasizing Total Return Swaps.
• Collaborate with Trading, Fund Accounting, Technology, and Risk teams to ensure seamless operations and accurate trade processing.
• Resolve trade discrepancies across multiple swap counterparties, ensuring timely and precise issue resolution.
• Perform daily transaction, position, and cash reconciliations for TRS products using Geneva systems.
• Support swap resets, trade bookings, corporate action processing, and P&L inquiries effectively.
• Identify process gaps and collaborate with stakeholders to implement solutions that streamline workflows.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency.
• Stay updated on industry best practices to develop effective operational policies and procedures.

Total Return Swap Operations Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage trade lifecycle events, focusing on Total Return Swaps, and ensure accurate trade processing.
• Resolve trade breaks across swap counterparties, collaborating with front office and operations teams.
• Perform daily reconciliations for transactions, positions, and cash using Geneva systems.
• Support swap resets, trade bookings, and corporate action processing while addressing P&L inquiries.
• Identify and address process gaps, implementing solutions to minimize operational risks.
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Conduct thorough due diligence to resolve issues promptly and avoid financial or reputational impacts.
• Contribute to the development of operational policies and procedures aligned with industry standards.

Total Return Swap Operations Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience, with 5 years preferred in fund or trade operations.
• Knowledge of Geneva systems and financial instruments such as equities, fixed income, and swaps.
• Strong communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement and issue resolution.
• Self-starter with analytical and problem-solving capabilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to identify gaps and implement solutions to improve operational workflows.
• Familiarity with domestic and global securities markets and industry best practices.