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Derivatives Analyst

LHH, Chicago, Illinois, United States

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LHH Recruitment Solutions

is seeking a

Credit Derivatives Analyst

for our client in

Chicago, Illinois . Our client is a top tier and the ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Trade Control, Credit Derivatives and Trade Reconciliations.

Job Information Within Derivatives Operations, Trade Control (TC) offers operational support and expertise to Sales and Trading Desks, external and internal partners and clients such as investment grade, high yield, and emerging markets. TC is a team of derivative specialists primarily responsible for the implementation of industry initiatives, exception management, trade reconciliation, clearing and e-trading management. TC’s internal business partners include front office, Technology, Strategists, Controllers, Credit Risk, and other Operations teams.

The Fixed Income, Currency and Commodities (FICC) & Derivative Core Operations (FDCO) team performs end-to-end trade control, confirmation and settlements processes across FICC businesses and provides utility OTC derivative confirmation and settlement services for non-FICC businesses.

Derivatives Operations is responsible for ensuring efficient and accurate transaction processing across a broad range of products. Generally, the products supported are complex instruments that require close alignment with the business. A key focus for the organization is establishing strong risk management procedures and controls to ensure the firm and our clients are properly protected.

Responsibilities

Ad hoc queries from traders/sales/clients

Liaise with internal teams on break resolution

Manage life cycle events, allocation support, and/or novation management

Support new products and activities for the credit business

Industry initiatives and internal enhancements

Clearing controls

Projects and Project Management

Produce and analyze detailed reporting

Timely response to client queries regarding the settlement of their trades

System break analysis, and resolution

Liaise with internal partners to ensure proper client reporting and assist with regulatory reporting

Requirements

Derivatives background - knowledge of trade derivatives

Knowledge of corporate loans

Must be client focused with proven track record of excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to present to an audience

Ability to successfully navigate and connect within a matrix work environment

Must be self-motivated and able to work independently

Must be able to operate successfully in a fast-paced environment

Must be detail oriented with a heavy focus on monitoring controls and reports

Excellent teamwork skills and ability to work with a wide user group across multiple functions

Significant control and risk management mindset

Preferred Skills

Previous experience within a client service team with particular focus on responding to client inquiries

Knowledge of Operational Risk

Credit Derivative and Total Return Swap background

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Other Qualifications

Strives to bring new thoughts and ideas to teams in order to drive innovation and unique solutions

Excels in working among diverse viewpoints to determine the best path forward

Experience in connecting with a diverse set of clients to understand future business needs – is a continuous learner

Commitment to challenging the status quo and promoting positive change

Participate in and drive collaborative efforts to advance tools, technology, and ways of working to better serve an evolving client base

Believes in value of diversity so we can reflect, connect and meet the diverse needs of our clients and employees around the world

Is willing to raise their hand if they see an issue and carry the issue through to resolution

Senioritaly level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Analyst, Accounting/Auditing, and Finance

Industries

Banking, Investment Banking, and Financial Services

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Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.

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