Job Objectives

• Process trades accurately and timeously in line with all market deadlines.
• Identify trade discrepancies and unsettled trades as well as mitigating the risks related to the trade life cycle.
• Ensure that Forex trades as well as other foreign currency related transactions are processed according to the required standards.
• Display operational excellence through innovation, being inquisitive and have a bigger picture mindset.
• Provide excellent services to internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist all business units with foreign exchange related queries.
• Align work according to the business needs and prioritize accordingly.
• Support the various operational business units in dealing valuation queries.
• Maintain and update the FX register.
• Stay abreast of changes in the market and their impact on daily duties.
• Adhere to all reporting requirements with the SARB.
• Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure.
• Perform UAT testing on process changes or market related requirements.

Experience

• Exposure to foreign exchange transactions and their impact on clients ‘portfolios (3 years)
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Strong Interpersonal skills and be a team player.
• Display an understanding of financial market instruments.
• Prior experience in an operational environment within asset management would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of Treating the Customer Fairly (TCF) principles.

Minimum Experience

• 1 – 2 years experience in a similar environment

Additional Minimum Qualifications

• Investment or asset management experience.
• JSE settlement officer exam would be an advantage.

Job Related Knowledge

• Solid knowledge and understanding of financial instruments.
• Experience in trade and settlements of high volume/value transactions.
• Understand the regulatory market requirements of foreign markets.
• Knowledge and understanding of SWIFT.
• Systems knowledge: HI Portfolio/Charles River / Stadium.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas [NQF Level 07]
• Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas [NQF Level 08] in Finance Economics and Accounting