Trade Lifecycle Analyst – Equities Middle Office

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Job Summary:
As a Trade Lifecycle Analyst in the Corporate Investment Banking (CIB) Equity Markets Operations team, you will support the SA Equities franchise. Your role will involve executing strategic initiatives and ensuring effective trade support and lifecycle management. Join us to contribute to the Lines of Business, including Cash Equities, Index Forward Trading, Prime Finance, and Delta 1.

Job Responsibilities:

Create a robust control environment and efficient operating model, performing all relevant control reconciliations, including stock/cash positions and FOBO reconciliations.Understand dual management systems and introduce control procedures to ensure system synchronization.Capture trades in BDA & JPM corporate systems, including account opening and static data processes.Liaise with sales/traders, clients, custodians, and internal JPM colleagues to ensure timely and accurate transaction processing and settlement. Develop and maintain effective client/customer and stakeholder relationships.Appropriately escalate and report any pertinent issues.Own and resolve all daily tasks and any extraordinary issues that arise.Support new initiatives or system implementations, including new products and processes.Meet all MIS and reporting deadlines.Maintain standard operating procedures.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

3+ years of experienceB.Com degree or equivalent business qualificationThorough understanding and appreciation of a sound operations control environmentSolid understanding of South African equities market conventionsThorough understanding of the trade lifecycle and events managementStrong analytical skills for root cause analysis on related processes and controlsSolutions-oriented to increase STP and mitigate recurring risk eventsStrong communication skills (both written and verbal)Ability to prioritize and coordinate workflows effectivelyAbility to work well under pressureKey personality traits: Integrity, self-starter with initiative, strong team player, innovative, deadline/control-oriented, growth mindset, emotional intelligence

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

Extensive BDA experience is advantageousProficiency in ExcelUnderstanding of South African equities market conventionsRelevant South African equities operations experienceExperience working with an international bank is advantageousProven project experience