Lead Derivatives Analyst

In this role you will be part of the Global Operations & Investor Services team (GOIS), supporting the Derivatives Support Group function by:
- Working with the Operations team maintaining responsibility to ensure all derivatives are being correctly processed, reconciled, collateralised, documented, valued, and monitored. - Analyse and understanding of business requirements / mechanics for new derivative instruments and products and assist in the design and implementation of end-to-end Derivative solutions. - Assisting in the on-boarding of Derivatives for existing & new clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring that the oversight of all Derivative related transactions (OTC & ETD) is accurately supported in the processing, control, collateral, and pricing oversight operational functions.
• Liaise closely with Fund Managers and Dealers to define any additional needs and improvements in the procedures for Derivatives.
• Assist in building relationships with Brokers, Custodians, and key vendors to ensure efficient processing of derivative trade activity and lifecycle events.
• Identify trends of failed and mismatched trades to enhance processes and maximise efficiency and assist in the collating of data for KPI and MI reporting.
• Escalate issues as appropriate to management. Ensure that the correct parties have been notified and actively work to see the issue through to resolution.
• Analyse and monitor department controls for effectiveness and recommend and implement process improvements as needed to reduce risk.
• Provide SME/operational expertise for testing of systems, generating ad-hoc reports and assisting in miscellaneous projects, as needed, for enhancements or regulatory requirements.
• Oversight and resolution of OTC pricing discrepancies between Aladdin and BVAL
• Ability to identify trends to improve processes and maximize efficiencies.

Required Qualifications

• Detail orientated with an ability to recognize errors/issues and potential financial impacts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to take initiative and remain a team player
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Ability to adapt to change and flexibility to rapidly acquire knowledge of new operational processes
• Proficiency in MS Office - specifically Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to collaborate with cross functional teams and work across time zones with colleagues in other operational locations.
• Experience in market standard trading middle ware and vendor platforms (e. g. BBG, DTCC, MarkitWire, Traiana, TriOptima, CTM, TradeWeb, Aladdin, SWIFT).
• Working knowledge of the Derivatives markets including the majority of: ETD and OTC instruments (including Interest rate Swaps / Inflation Swaps / Swaptions / Total Return Swaps (Commodity, Fixed Income, Volatility, Equity and Property) / Options / Credit Default Swaps / Contract for Difference and Portfolio Swaps / Repo / Forwards).
• Understanding of lifecycle management for ETD and OTC derivatives including collateral management.
• Working knowledge of the Investment process including Compliance, Accounting, and Administration.

Ameriprise India LLP has been providing client based financial solutions to help clients plan and achieve their financial objectives for 125 years. We are a U. S. based financial planning company headquartered in Minneapolis with a global presence. The firm s focus areas include Asset Management and Advice, Retirement Planning and Insurance Protection. Be part of an inclusive, collaborative culture that rewards you for your contributions and work with other talented individuals who share your passion for doing great work. You ll also have plenty of opportunities to make your mark at the office and a difference in your community. So if youre talented, driven and want to work for a strong ethical company that cares, take the next step and create a career at Ameriprise India LLP.

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