Senior Trading Operations Analyst, Cash Equities Specialist

Overview

Trading Operations Department

Senior Trading Operations Analyst, Cash Equities Specialist

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end trade lifecycle for equity transactions including order capture, trade execution, confirmation, clearing, and settlement.
• Ensure accurate processing of Client orders and Monitor and manage trade exceptions, failed trades, and settlement issues.
• Liaise with executing brokers, Exchange, custodians, and internal support team to resolve operational matters.
• Monitor settlement obligations and ensure timely delivery of securities and funds.
• Handle corporate actions processing including dividends, rights issues, stock splits, and bonus shares.
• Oversee operational aspects of client account opening and onboarding and coordinate with compliance in relation to KYC, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain client account records and ensure proper segregation of client funds and securities.
• Perform and supervise daily operational reconciliations including:
• Client cash balances
• Securities positions
• Exchange trade confirmations
• Investigate and resolve reconciliation discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare operational reports for management and regulators.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Work with technology teams to ensure brokerage systems operate efficiently.
• Act as the key point of contact between operations and internal teams including Compliance, Finance & Technology

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of equity brokerage operations and trade lifecycle
• Understanding of exchange clearing and settlement processes
• Experience with brokerage back-office systems
• Knowledge of reconciliation processes
• Familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CFA, CISI, or equivalent (preferred).

Experience Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in trading operations with experience with multi-market equity trading (US, GCC, Europe) preferred.
• Familiarity with digital trading platforms and online brokerage models.

Perks

• Each of our offices has its special perks; be it ‘no ties’, free lunches, charity events, or a hybrid work policy – but whenever you walk into an Equiti office, you’re sure to see a friendly face.
• We encourage international collaborations and always keep our eyes open to how we can do more.
• The benefits you can expect at your Equiti workplace include:
• Competitive salary package
• Performance-based bonus
• Medical insurance coverage for employees and family members
• Smart working options
• Employee wellness initiatives
• Personalized career development
• Company lunch in the office
• Regular company events
• With energy, drive, and imagination, there’s no limit to where your career can go at Equiti.
• With a diverse workforce and geographical spread of offices, we strongly support career development initiatives as well as provide a range of opportunities for professional and life experiences.
• Equiti is an equal opportunity employer.
• “Equiti” refers to a group of companies consisting of seven regulated financial services companies licensed to operate in the respective jurisdictions of their incorporation, in addition to our tech and marketing hubs.
• Equiti has presence in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.