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The Emerald Recruiting Group

AVP Fixed Income Operations

The Emerald Recruiting Group, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Our client, a

leading global investment firm , is seeking an

Assistant Vice President of Fixed Income Operations

to oversee daily trade processing, settlement, and control functions across credit, rates, and structured products. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment where precision, speed, and risk control are everything. You’ll manage end‑to‑end post‑trade workflows—ensuring accuracy from trade capture through settlement—and partner closely with trading, middle office, technology, and external counterparties to maintain a clean, efficient, and compliant operation. What You’ll Do

Oversee daily

trade capture, matching, confirmation, and settlement

for fixed income instruments including corporate bonds, treasuries, repos, MBS, and structured notes.

Manage

fail resolution, collateral, and cash movements

across internal and external systems.

Lead the

reconciliation and exception management

process, ensuring data accuracy across books, custodians, and clearing systems.

Partner with

front office, credit, and risk teams

to resolve trade discrepancies and improve straight‑through processing.

Collaborate with technology and project teams to

enhance automation, streamline workflows, and strengthen control frameworks.

Maintain strong relationships with

brokers, custodians, and clearinghouses , ensuring timely settlement and dispute resolution.

Ensure adherence to

regulatory requirements (FINRA, SEC, DTC, Fed, etc.)

and internal risk policies.

Supervise and mentor analysts and associates, developing the next generation of fixed income operations professionals.

Contribute to

system upgrades, control testing, and process transformation initiatives.

What You Bring

7–10 years

of experience in

fixed income operations

within a bank, asset manager, or broker‑dealer.

Strong knowledge of

trade lifecycle processes , settlement mechanics, and clearing infrastructure for fixed income products.

Familiarity with

DTC, Euroclear, Bloomberg, Omgeo, SWIFT, or Broadridge.

Deep understanding of

repo, corporate bonds, treasuries, structured products,

and cash management.

Proficiency in

Excel ; experience with data analytics, automation tools, or SQL is a plus.

Proven ability to manage teams, streamline workflows, and deliver under tight deadlines.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to coordinate across global stakeholders.

Bachelor’s degree in

Finance, Accounting, or Economics ; advanced certification (e.g., CFA, CPA) preferred.

Why It’s Worth a Conversation

Lead a high‑impact function in a

core trading product area .

Exposure to front‑office interaction, complex trades, and real P&L impact.

Opportunity to

modernize processes and strengthen operational controls

within a global platform.

Competitive base salary, strong bonus potential, and a culture that rewards performance and accountability.

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