Trading Services Specialist - Equities Operations

Trading Services Specialist - Equities Operations Prime Financial Services

Join JPMorganChase and be at the forefront of optimizing our trading operations. This role offers a unique opportunity for career growth and skill enhancement, as you contribute to the success of our trading and portfolio management businesses. Be part of a dynamic team where you will begin to build your expertise and contribute to driving impactful change and innovation.

As a Trading Services Specialist within JPMorganChase, you will play a pivotal role in the execution and processing of trade orders, assisting the smooth operation of our trading and portfolio management businesses. Your work will have a significant impact within your team, contributing to the overall performance of our trading services. You will initiate your knowledge of market products and trading processes and learn how to apply this expertise to solve non-routine challenges and improve existing procedures. Your role will be also monitored and coached by junior and senior team members, sharing their knowledge and experience to enhance team performance. With a focus on continuous improvement, you will use and skill up your understanding of automation technologies and data analysis techniques to optimize our trading operations, while effectively collaborating with internal stakeholder relationships and assist driving change initiatives to drive our strategic plans.

Job responsibilities 

• Settle client positions across global markets by coordinating actively with street-side brokers.
• Manage inventory proactively to facilitate timely settlement across markets.
• Process and release client payments to brokers and exchanges on schedule.
• Monitor incoming wires and post funds to client accounts promptly.
• Execute BAU pre-matching in line with agreed SLAs and ensure timely completion and validation of SOPs.
• Agree and execute pair-offs/POs with counterparties to reduce risk exposure.
• Prioritize trades to minimize CSDR penalties.
• Follow up on high-value trades and escalate exceptions or TAT breaches to leadership promptly.
• Leverage data and analytics to deliver client solutions, improve processes, and strengthen controls.
• Articulate complex concepts concisely, prepare and distribute client-specific reports to key stakeholders, and lead strategic change.
• Partner with Middle Office to increase STP rates for clients.

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills 

• You must have a Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance/Operations
• Minimum 2 years of experience in in reconciliation team to have good understanding of in Pre-matching, Settlements, Fails management, payments, break management, with familiarity in low code tools such as Alteryx, Xceptor, Tableau, etc.
• Good PC skills including Microsoft office products (Excel, Word, Power point, Access)
• Good oral and written communications skills.
• Must be able to work under pressure & deadline driven environment.
• Able to grasp/learn concepts and procedures quickly.
• Analytical with ability to quickly assess situations and resolve complex issues 

 

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills     

• Comprehensive understanding of financial markets, trading instruments, and the overall trading process, with experience in trading services like order execution, trade processing, and risk monitoring, supported by previous experience in finance industry operations roles. 
• Strong relationship-building, influencing, and conflict management skills, with excellent written, oral communication, and interpersonal abilities to resolve issues and maintain positive stakeholder relationships. 
• Effective presentation and negotiation skills, combined with an innovative mindset focused on continuous process improvement, and a willingness to be flexible in a team-oriented environment. 

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

Experience Level

Mid Level