Settlements Analyst - Workplace Solutions

Role Overview

Be a vital part of our Workplace Solutions team supporting comprehensive settlement processes for corporate client share plan transactions worldwide. As a Settlements Analyst, you will manage the precise and timely settlement of market deals, participant transfers, and cash flows, all while adhering to strict control environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle and supervise equity sales, purchases, and share transfers executed without payment.
• Generate, validate, and release SWIFT settlement messages based on regulatory and internal control standards.
• Verify broker contract notes ensuring accurate data reflection within company systems.
• Track settlement progress and resolve any instances of failed, unmatched, or delayed transactions.
• Communicate with custodians, transfer agents, brokers, and cross-functional internal units to guarantee prompt transaction settlement.
• Oversee participant transfer requests from initiation to fulfillment.
• Conduct daily reconciliation and manage exceptions efficiently.
• Comply fully with procedural documentation, regulatory mandates, and operational risk protocols.
• Operate following maker-checker principles, maintaining strong accuracy and control adherence.
• Contribute to enhancements including process automation, optimization initiatives, and operational changes.
• Support documentation updates, uphold procedural accuracy, and assist in testing new system improvements.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Experience within Operations, Settlements, Securities Processing, Asset Management, Custody, or related Financial Services domains.
• Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving expertise.
• High attention to detail and dedication to precision.
• Capable of juggling multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication competencies.
• Proven success working collaboratively in team settings.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel.
• Ability to identify risks and escalate issues suitably.

Preferred Attributes

• Familiarity with securities settlement and post-trade procedures.
• Knowledge of SWIFT settlement message types such as MT540, MT541, MT542, MT543, and MT103.
• Experience working with custodians, brokers, and transfer agents.
• Exposure to reconciliation and exception handling tasks.
• Participation in process improvements, automation, or operational change projects.
• Understanding of share plan administration or equity compensation frameworks.

Core Competencies

• Client-centric approach
• Risk awareness and control focus
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Team collaboration and partnership
• Sound decision-making skills
• Sense of ownership and accountability
• Commitment to continuous process enhancement
• Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic environment

About the Organization

We are a prominent global financial services leader, providing strategic consultancy and products for major corporations, governments, affluent individuals, and institutional investors worldwide. Our mission is to deliver exceptional client service adhering to our principle of 'first-class business in a first-class way.' Diversity and inclusion are priorities, and reasonable accommodations are provided to support all employees.

Work Environment

Our Asset & Wealth Management division offers best-in-class investment management and private banking, supporting individuals, advisors, and institutions across asset classes via a worldwide professional network. We emphasize personalized strategies to help clients meet their financial and wealth goals.