Trade Operations Associate

An opportunity for an experienced Operations Associate to join a growing global financial services business in Sydney. You will oversee daily securities settlements, FX and stock transactions, corporate actions, reconciliations and client transfers across domestic and international markets. Working closely with internal teams and external counterparties, you'll play an important role in managing operational risk, improving processes and supporting the ongoing growth of the business.

The Opportunity

An established global financial services business is looking for an experienced Operations Associate to join its Sydney team. This is a hands-on role within the Australian operations function, covering the full range of day-to-day securities operations, including settlements, remittances, corporate actions and reconciliations. You'll work closely with internal teams and external counterparties to ensure transactions are processed accurately and efficiently across domestic and international markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily securities settlements, including FX and stock transactions, ensuring timely and accurate execution.

• Manage client share transfers, domestic and international corporate actions, and daily reconciliations of client, exchange and broker trades and positions.

• Monitor operational risks, liquidity and daily funding requirements, escalating discrepancies and settlement issues where required.

• Liaise with clients, brokers and counterparties to resolve operational queries.

• Work alongside finance, compliance and customer service teams to maintain strong operational controls, including AML and KYC requirements.

• Contribute to process improvements, system enhancements, UAT and the development of operational procedures.

About You

• At least 4 years' experience in operations, settlements or remittances within financial services, brokerage or a crypto-related environment.

• Degree qualified in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline.

• Sound understanding of relevant ASIC and AUSTRAC regulations.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.

• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.

• Proficient in Excel, Access and the wider Microsoft Office suite.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Chloe Maher on +61 2 8289 3190 for a confidential discussion.