Custody Operations Specialist

Reporting to: Head of Custody Operations

Responsibilities:

• Process client cash instructions on a bank level and within the bookkeeping ERP system.
  
  
• Manage post-trade processing of clients' FX and securities trades, including allocations, settlement instructions, and trade confirmations.
  
  
• Ensure timely and accurate bookings by coordinating with counterparties.
  
  
• Handle mandatory and voluntary corporate actions.
  
  
• Cashflow monitoring and oversight daily processing for depository function and other daily duties within depository function.
  
  
• Serve as the first point of contact for queries or issues related to transactions on clients' accounts.
  
  
• Conduct daily clients' money, assets, and trade reconciliations, and address discrepancies.
  
  
• Perform ad-hoc reconciliations of data produced by the Operations department.
  
  
• Maintain operational procedures and update as necessary.
  
  
• Uphold a strong compliance culture within the firm.
  
  
• Complete any additional tasks related to those mentioned above or as assigned by the company.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in finance or economics or equivalent experience.
  
  
• 1-2 years of experience in custody operations or similar role in a financial institution.
  
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
  
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
  
  
• Fluent in English; proficiency in other languages is a plus.
  
  
• Team player who can work under tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality.
  
  
• Detail-oriented and self-organized, able to perform routine daily tasks.
  
  
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to deal efficiently with different internal departments and external counterparts.
  
  
• High degree of honesty, integrity, and trustworthiness.
  
  
• Knowledge of financial markets and products is an advantage.
  
  
• Passion for operations, finance, and technology.
  
  
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.