Trade Settlements Officer

Perigon ·perigongroup.com.au

Location Sydney, NSW, Australia
Work type Hybrid
Salary AUD 45 - 60 / hour
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Banking & Finance
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Trade Settlements Officer – Market Operations
6-month contract | Sydney CBD | Hybrid (3 days onsite) | Start early November

Our client, a leading global financial services organisation, is looking for two Trade Settlements Officers to join their Market Operations team in Sydney. The team settles trades for boutique fund managers and life and investment businesses, making sure every trade is confirmed, instructed to the custodian and settled on time.

This is a hands-on role in a small team within a wider operations function of around 90 people. It suits someone who knows the trade lifecycle well and is ready to start quickly.

The role
- Match, confirm and settle trades across equities, fixed income, repos, NCDs, swaps, swaptions and cash products
- Confirm and settle future cash flows across these products
- Investigate and resolve failed trades and cash breaks
- Act as a key contact for custodians, dealers, brokers and front office on booking and settlement issues
- Set up new trading counterparties in the operations system
- Manage the team inbox and respond to internal and external queries on time
- Identify and implement process improvements that reduce risk and increase efficiency
- Contribute to team projects and cross-training

About you
- At least 2 years' experience in trade settlements, investment operations or market operations within financial markets
- Strong understanding of the settlement lifecycle across multiple asset classes
- Good knowledge of Australian financial markets and the roles of custodians, brokers and counterparties
- Experience resolving trade fails and cash breaks under tight deadlines
- Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise and keep track of every request
- Exposure to SWIFT, CTM, Austraclear, CHESS or similar systems is highly regarded

Please note: this role requires securities and derivatives trade settlement experience. Mortgage, lending or retail payment settlements backgrounds will not be suitable.

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Trade Settlements Officer role?
Perigon is hiring for the Trade Settlements Officer position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Trade Settlements Officer job located?
The Trade Settlements Officer role with Perigon is based in Sydney, NSW, AU. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Trade Settlements Officer role remote?
Yes — the Trade Settlements Officer position at Perigon is hybrid. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
What does the Trade Settlements Officer role pay?
Perigon lists the Trade Settlements Officer role at AUD 45–60 per hour.
Is the Trade Settlements Officer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Perigon.
What experience level is the Trade Settlements Officer role?
The Trade Settlements Officer position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Trade Settlements Officer role at Perigon?
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