Custody Operations Analyst - Breaks Reconciliations and Trade Lifecycle

Trade Lifecycle

Organization Description

Join a dynamic team driving innovation in Custody Operations at one of the world’s leading financial institutions. Build your expertise in breaks management and oversight while supporting a diverse, global client base. Grow your career in an environment that values creativity, collaboration, and operational excellence.

Job Summary 

As an Analyst in Custody Operations – Breaks Reconciliations Trading Lifecycle, you will manage daily workflows and ensure operational control within the Custody Middle Office team. You will oversee trade instruction capture, settlements, reconciliations, and client service inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate processing. You will play a key role in driving process improvements and supporting strategic initiatives across the business.

Job Responsibilities 

• Oversee end-to-end trade, settlement, and reconciliation workflows.
• Manage daily operational controls and workflow sign-offs.
• Maximize team capacity through effective resource planning.
• Ensure robust team structure via training and succession planning.
• Resolve client service inquiries and manage cash and stock breaks.
• Produce and review key operational metrics as required.
• Provide leadership and direction to the Custody Operations team.
• Communicate strategic and regulatory changes to staff.
• Review and update Standard Operating Procedures regularly.
• Contribute to strategic development of Custody products.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive process improvements.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills

• Demonstrate operational expertise in reconciliation, settlements, and custody.
• Lead and motivate teams with strong people management skills.
• Adapt quickly to new markets, products, and processes.
• Prioritize workloads effectively and meet critical deadlines.
• Communicate confidently with internal and external clients.
• Think strategically to implement process improvements.
• Utilize Microsoft Office products proficiently.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills

• Hold a relevant degree or equivalent experience in financial services.
• Apply experience from custody or investment banking environments.
• Manage global teams within custody operations.
• Demonstrate expertise in asset servicing, trades, and settlements.
• Utilize advanced project management skills.
• Exhibit a proven track record in similar operational roles.
• Leverage strong analytical and organizational abilities.

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.