A Securities or Commodities Trader trades securities or commodities electronically or on a trade or auction floor such as a stock exchange. Securities include stocks and bonds; commodities include products such as oil, gold, or corn. Monitors financial markets and the performance and price of different securities. Negotiates prices and terms for a sale or trade.
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Job Description:
This role is responsible for performing end-to-end trade control, confirmation and settlements processes across businesses and providing utility over-the-counter derivative confirmation and settlement services. Duties are carried out under general supervision, following established procedures. These individuals may assist more experienced teammates.
LOB Job Description:
The Global Fixed Income, Currency & Commodities Operations (GFICCO) team perform end to end trade control, confirmation and settlements processes across GFICCO businesses and provides utility OTC derivative confirmation and settlement services for non FICC businesses. Within GFICCO, the teams provide multiple services such as GFICCO trade control, settlement, Over the Counter (OTC) derivative confirmation and settlement, and commodities operations. The Commodities Trade Control Team is seeking a Trade Control Analyst to join our growing team This role supports the expanding Global Commodities business covering multiple products, and instruments. Full technical training will be provided Our role is focused on supporting the trading desk, and being responsible for trade validation/ reconciliation, trade amendments, regulatory & management reporting, process and risk improvement and issue resolution. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is intellectually curios, keen to develop, and has a great attention to detail all whilst working in a fast paced, diverse and rapidly evolving environment.
Responsibilities:
Trade Validation - reconciling trades to ensure trades are booked accurately in the system. Performing trade amendments to correct booking errors. Investigating and resolving breaks - Working closely with Sales, Trading and Operations to resolve breaks. Work on ad-hoc request
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in either Math, Finance, Engineering or Tech 4-5 years Commodities experience 4-5 years of line work experience in Middle Office or Trade Control Keen desire for learning and intellectual curiosity Detail oriented Good controls mind set and risk appetite Experience working to tight deadlines Good communication and negotiation skills and the ability to build relationships across all levels of seniority Excellent organizational skills are required with the ability to priorities daily workload whilst working accurately in a high-energy environment Keen analytical skills including data reconciliation and interpretation Logical approach to problem solving - taking ownership and offering practical solutions Has a full understanding of lifecycle of a trade
Desired Qualifications:
Knowledge of ETRM system (Endur Openlink) a plus Strives to bring new thoughts and ideas to teams in order to drive innovation and unique solutions Excels in working among diverse viewpoints to determine the best path forward Experience in connecting with a diverse set of clients to understand future business needs - is a continuous learner Commitment to challenging the status quo and promoting positive change. Participate in and drive collaborative efforts to advance tools, technology, and ways of working to better serve an evolving client base Believes in value of diversity so we can reflect, connect and meet the diverse needs of our clients and employees around the world
Skills:
Attention to
Detail Customer and Client Focus Process Performance Management Research Adaptability Business Analytics Critical Thinking Reporting Written Communications Data Management Process Effectiveness Strategic Thinking Shift:
