DescriptionCitizens JMP Securities is seeking a Middle Office Trade Support Associate to join our Trade Support team in Charlotte. This position is focused on supporting daily Fixed Income trading activities on the desk, working directly with traders and salespeople. It is a position that will both allow and demand fast learning and evolution. The role also involves dealing with a fast paced, detail oriented environment, where accuracy and control are vital. Primary responsibilities include
Ensure timely allocations and settlement of all trades
Onboard new trading counterparties by gathering required documentation and sign-offs
Provide recurring and ad-hoc reports to traders and salespeople for positions, P&L, customer trade volumes, and other scenarios as they arise
Provide first line support for technology needs of traders and salespeople on their computers, phones, and mobile apps, and request IT help when needed
Review internal user permissions across systems to maintain proper segregation of duties
Manage customer enablement across multiple electronic trading platforms, maintain trader watchlists
Understand connectivity between systems including trade feeds, reporting dashboards, and regulatory platforms, and troubleshoot issues in real time to ensure reliable data management
Partner with support teams across Finance, Compliance, Market Risk, Operational Risk, and Internal Audit
Qualifications, Education, Certifications and/or Other Professional Credentials
3+ years operations experience in investment banking. Experience in Fixed Income and Trade support is highly preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field, or equivalent experience.
Ability to perform in a dynamic trading environment.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to details is a must.
Self starter, be able to multi task and take ownership.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Series 7 and 63 licenses will be required within 90 days of hiring.
Hours & Work Schedule
Hours per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday
Some job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.Equal Employment OpportunityAt Citizens we value diversity, equity and inclusion, and treat everyone with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on experience, performance, and ability. Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender individuals who are transitioning, have transitioned, or are perceived to be transitioning to the gender with which they identify), genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws.Equal Employment and Opportunity EmployerCitizens is a brand name of Citizens Bank, N.A. and each of its respective affiliates.Why Work for UsAt Citizens, you'll find a customer-centric culture built around helping our customers and giving back to our local communities. When you join our team, you are part of a supportive and collaborative workforce, with access to training and tools to accelerate your potential and maximize your career growth04/12/2024
