Our client is an entrepreneurial brokerage firm based in the West End, seeking an experienced settlements professional to join our Equity & ETF Operations team.
THE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Own the full ETF trade lifecycle, from trade capture through to final settlement.
Serve as the team’s subject matter expert on ETF settlement processes, mechanics, and market conventions.
Investigate and resolve settlement fails, trade discrepancies, and breaks in collaboration with traders, Authorised Participants (APs), and custodians.
Manage settlement activity across DTC, Euroclear, CREST, and other relevant clearing and settlement systems.
Handle ETF-related corporate actions, creation/redemption activity, and static data maintenance.
Ensure settlement processes comply with market standards and regulatory requirements.
Identify and drive process improvements and automation opportunities within settlement operations.
Liaise directly with brokers, custodians, and clearing houses to ensure timely and accurate settlement.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Minimum of five years’ experience in settlements operations within a financial institution.
Specific, demonstrable expertise in ETF settlements — this is essential rather than preferred.
Background at a well-regarded investment bank or market maker, with direct, hands-on involvement in ETF settlement operations.
Strong working knowledge of settlement cycles, corporate actions, and reconciliations.
Solid understanding of DTC, Euroclear, CREST, and other clearing and settlement systems.
Proven ability to resolve complex settlement issues independently and under time pressure.
A track record of identifying and delivering process and operational improvements.
For further information please contact Caitlynn Fourie
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