Credit Trading Assistant

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Credit Trading Assistant for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Financial Services clients in New York, NY.

Responsibilities :

• Risk/Position Monitoring and Trade Execution
  • Understanding of how to monitor trading positions and risks for accuracy throughout the day.
  • Coordinate lifecycle events with designated Sales/Trading Desks to ensure deals are properly reflected in Risk.
  • Contribute daily P&L estimates, produce risk explain, and investigate discrepancies with Official P&L produced by Middle Office.
• Analytical and Operational Support to PCM Trading Desks
  • Book, process and validate trades in Front Office booking systems as soon as deals are executed, so that Bank's risk/position is updated real-time and applicable regulatory obligations (Dodd Franck, EMIR, FINRA, etc) are met.
  • Resolve all internal queries from the Trading desk or various Partner Functions (IT, Middle & Back Offices, Legal, Risk...) on client transactions executed by Desk.
  • Strong understanding of Post Trade Processes (Corp Actions, Succession Events, and Option Expiries) to be able to fully support/execute each request without supervision.
  • Maintain proper documentation of the Front Office operational processes.
  • Follow-up with relevant departments to ensure all aspects related to post-trade processing (incl. trade confirmations, Risk/P&L, clearing/settlements) are successfully handled vis-a?-vis of the clients. Ensure outstanding issues are properly raised to sales/trading and monitored until resolved.
  • Resolve internal queries from the Trading desk or various Partner Functions
• Process & Client Services Improvements
  • Make recommendations for improvement of current processes, working with business analysts on projects impacting desk and Front Office Support processes.
  • In partnership with internal and external stakeholders, develop solutions to resolve recurring issues and improve customer service.
  • Improve PCM IT framework: report issues/bugs and propose IT enhancements to make the platform more scalable and resilient.

Required Skills :

• Bachelor's degree or foreign education equivalent in Finance, Economics, or Mathematics.
• Minimum of two years of experience in a Front or Middle Office Trade Support role within Global Markets.
• FINRA Series 7 and 63
• Experience and knowledge to cover clients and execute/price deals with clients.
• Experience in developing and growing revenues with small client accounts.
• Demonstrated knowledge in US PCM Markets and its industry infrastructure.
• Very strong expertise in trade booking, validation, market lifecycle events, settlement and confirmation process for PCM products; including Corporate Bonds, CDS, Index, and Structured Trades.
• Working understanding of the applicable regulations (EMIR, Dodd Frank, FINRA, FATCA...).
• Demonstrated expertise using Excel and VBA to simplify and automate manual Front Office processes.
• Good knowledge of system architecture (front to back workflow, pricers and risk management systems) for PCM products.
• Demonstrated commercial and collaborative attitude.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), including in client communication.
• Analytical mindset and problem solving.
• Very strong multi-tasking capability.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.
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