Senior Settlement Specialist

7 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeSettlement Full time $130,000 - $140,000
Operations Professional Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Fixed Income Settlements professional to join our operations team in a critical role where your attention to detail, communication skills, and risk-focused mindset will be highly valued.

  • The ideal candidate will have experience with Austraclear and Fixed Income settlements.

You will be responsible for coordinating and executing the settlement of Fixed Income DVP and cash trades via Austraclear, managing settlement day functions, and ensuring accurate and timely funding and reconciliation of Fixed Income Currency accounts. This role demands proactive issue resolution, effective communication with internal teams and clients, and strict adherence to risk, compliance, and audit standards.

About The Role

This is a challenging role that requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills. You will be working closely with various stakeholders to ensure seamless trade execution and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate and execute Fixed Income DVP and cash trade settlements in Austraclear.
  • Monitor Austraclear functions throughout the settlement day, identifying and resolving issues promptly.
  • Reconcile and fund Fixed Income Currency accounts accurately and on time.
  • Escalate and follow up on failing or unmatched trades.
  • Reconcile and facilitate intercompany settlements.
  • Liaise regularly with traders, confirmation teams, internal stakeholders, and external clients.
  • Source and manage Static Settlement Instructions (SSI) and counterparty/instrument setups.
  • Professionally resolve trade differences through detailed communication via email and phone.
  • Investigate and resolve nostro and cash breaks related to unmatched ledgers.
  • Complete daily reporting and uphold team controls and procedures.
We're Looking For

We are looking for a professional who can work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. If you are a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills and excellent communication skills, we encourage you to apply for this role.

The successful candidate will have the following skills:

  • Demonstrated experience with Austraclear and Fixed Income settlements.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
  • A control and risk-focused approach to your work.
  • Confidence in escalating issues appropriately to management and trading desks.
  • Ability to work outside standard hours when required.
  • Adaptable attitude with eagerness to learn and take on new challenges.
  • Commitment to working within audit, compliance, and procedural frameworks.

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