Derivative Operations Analyst

Palmer Group has partnered with our local client in their search for a Derivative Operations Analyst to join their team. This individual will perform derivative trade life cycle functions and maintain relationships while supporting projects to drive the strategy of the department. If you meet the qualifications listed below and are interested in this position, please apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Perform data management functions to ensure appropriate flow of data into internal trade execution, booking platforms, and collateral records, as well as downstream to accounting, reporting, and other stakeholder platforms
• Update and reconcile trade bookings and legal trade documentation to ensure trades flow correctly for confirmation or to downstream systems
• Collaborate with Derivative Portfolio Management, Derivative Trading, Legal, Treasury, and Investment Accounting to support end-to-end trade processing and data management for a variety of derivative products
• Cooperate with foreign and domestic investment banks to manage settlements associated with derivative trade events, margin requirements, cash management, and collateral
• Manage third-party providers, analyzing complex issues and coordinating with them to resolve any issues that arise
• Supervise legal-document trading agreements; understanding differences among ISDAs, CSAs, MCAs, and associated agreements across different legal entities and trading partners
• Contribute and enhance a culture of prudent risk management within the team and wider organization

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics, finance, statistics, math, physics, computer science, or other STEM majors required
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Excel
• VBA/SQL experience preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Great work ethic, highly detail-oriented, well-organized, assertive, and self-motivated
• Ability to effectively prioritize in a fast-paced environment

Work Model:

• Hybrid

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Palmer Group at (515) 225-7000 or email afjobs@thepalmergroup.com. 

Palmer Group offers our valued temporary and contract employees Health, Dental, and Vision insurance on the 1st of the month after 60 days of employment. These plans are fully compliant with the Affordable Care Act standards. Click here for a complete list of Palmer Group’s benefits, or contact your Palmer Group representative to learn more.

Ref: JOB-45030