Securities Settlements Analyst L 12-Month Contract L Up To $7K

Key Responsibilities Monitor and manage trade settlements for equities, fixed income, funds, IPOs, and other securities products. Handle client inquiries and resolve settlement-related issues within agreed SLAs. Investigate and resolve settlement exceptions, cash and asset breaks, and failed trades. Work closely with internal teams and sub-custodians to ensure timely trade settlement. Perform root cause analysis and drive process improvements and control enhancements. Review and maintain SOPs to ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements. Act as an SME for assigned markets and support issue escalations. Requirements Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification. 4+ years of experience in Securities Settlements, Custody Operations, Brokerage Operations, Middle Office, or Financial Services. In-depth knowledge of post-trade processing, custody operations, and settlement lifecycle. Experience handling equities, fixed income, funds, and IPOs. Good understanding of operational risk, controls, and exception management. Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and support public holiday coverage when required.