Job Description

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Job Title: Trade Support Representative
Contract Length: 12+ Month contract
On Site
Location: New York, NY 10282

Ref# 245100

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Trade Settlements Associate to join our Global Markets Operations team. This role sits at the core of the trade lifecycle, ensuring the accurate and timely settlement of equities, fixed income, and other asset classes across global markets.

You will play a critical role in safeguarding the firm and our clients by managing trade settlements, overseeing asset transfers (electronic and physical), and supporting portfolio restructuring activities. This is a high-visibility role that partners closely with Front Office, Middle Office, Legal, Compliance, and external counterparties to deliver seamless client outcomes.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments, possess a strong control mindset, and are motivated to continuously improve processes, this role offers a platform to make meaningful impact.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree
• 3–4+ years of relevant experience in Global Markets Operations, Trade Support, or Middle Office
• Experience at a large financial institution (e.g., GS, MS, JP, Citi, Barclays, State Street, BlackRock, Broadridge, etc.)
• Experience supporting equities and fixed income products
• Familiarity with settlement platforms, custody frameworks, and post-trade controls
• Demonstrated experience driving process improvement or control enhancement initiatives
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated control mindset
• Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex concepts to diverse stakeholders
• Self-motivated, proactive team player with strong ownership mentality
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strong organizational skills and dedication to operational excellence

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage end-to-end trade settlement processes across asset classes, including equities and fixed income
• Coordinate asset transfers and corporate distribution movements with internal stakeholders and external counterparties
• Ensure all trade and transfer details are accurately captured, validated, and reconciled
• Proactively identify breaks, discrepancies, and control gaps within the settlement and transfer lifecycle
• Investigate and resolve settlement issues to mitigate operational and financial risk
• Partner with Middle Office, Trading Desks, Legal, and Compliance to support efficient trade flow and portfolio restructuring
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance control, reduce risk, and improve scalability
• Maintain strong documentation and adherence to regulatory and internal control standards

What You’ll Gain

• Deep exposure to the full trade lifecycle across global markets
• Cross-functional collaboration with senior stakeholders
• Opportunity to contribute to operational strategy and process innovation
• Development of risk management and control expertise within a leading financial institution