Associate, Cash Equities Operations

We are seeking a detail-oriented Associate in Cash Equities Operations to support post-trade functions for cash securities. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring timely clearing, settlement, and exception investigation of cash securities and related transactions in the Asia-Pacific markets while delivering exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transaction Support: Handle daily clearing and settlement activities, ensuring accurate transaction processing and resolving any discrepancies.

• Reconciliation and Controls: Perform daily reconciliations, including bank, trading account, and monthly broker rebates. Identify exceptions and ensure timely resolution.

• Offshore Team Management: Collaborate closely with offshore teams, providing supervision and oversight of daily tasks to ensure effective operations and support for colocation contingencies.

• Process Improvement: Analyze current workflows to identify opportunities for enhancement. Develop and recommend solutions to improve efficiency and controls.

• Stakeholder Liaison: Represent the function in regional meetings, ensuring clear communication with stakeholders and providing guidance to resolve queries and manage escalations.

• Project Support: Equip the team to support new projects and business initiatives, ensuring compliance with internal and external policies and regulations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Knowledge of cash equities markets is essential.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the financial services industry, preferably in sell-side operations or accounting.
• Experience in managing and overseeing offshore teams is required.
• Strong communication skills; fluency in English is a must.
• Familiarity with local regulatory requirements and market settlement mechanics is advantageous.
• A proactive team player who can adapt quickly to changing environments.
• Highly committed, self-motivated, and capable of meeting deadlines.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and quality is crucial.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; knowledge of VBA or programming is a plus.