Securities Settlement Section, Senior Associate
at State Street
Posted 15 days ago
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Senior Associate in the Securities Settlement Section responsible for executing and overseeing settlement activities, monitoring client instructions and supervising trade settlements across multiple markets. Ensure accurate and timely completion of settlement tasks in accordance with internal policies, controls and regulatory requirements, proactively identifying and escalating discrepancies or risks. Support team knowledge sharing on market practices, act as back-up to the Section Head, and work with custody and banking systems, SWIFT and Microsoft Suite (VBA proficiency an asset).
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Full Job Description
Who we are looking for
We are looking for a Senior Associate reporting directly to Section Head of Settlement Section You will be in charge to take care all tasks dedicated to the function, in accordance with the policies and procedures in place.
Why this role is important to us
The team you will be joining is a part of Securities Service Department / Settlement Section, a function that is vital to the company as they are in charge to monitor client’s instructions, to supervise the settlement of trade instructions on several markets.
What you will be responsible for
Ensure the proper execution of the tasks dedicated to the function, in accordance with the policies and procedures in place. Drive the accurate and timely completion of all settlement-related activities, ensuring strict adherence to internal controls, regulatory requirements, and established operational procedures. Proactively identify discrepancies or risks, escalate issues when needed, and contribute to maintaining a high‑quality, compliant settlement environment.
Participate to improve market practices knowledge among the team. Actively contribute to the team’s expertise by sharing insights on evolving market standards, regulatory changes, and operational best practices. Support continuous learning initiatives, provide guidance to colleagues, and help strengthen the team’s overall understanding of industry developments that may affect settlement processes.
Endorsing the role of Section Head back-up in case of absences. Serve as a reliable back‑up to the Section Head, ensuring continuity of daily operations during absences. Take responsibility for overseeing task allocation, monitoring team workflow, supporting decision‑making, and maintaining effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to guarantee seamless service delivery.
What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role
Pro-active, Analytical, communication and problem-solving mind
Constant focus on quality and client service
Team spirit, flexibility, accuracy
Capable of dealing with facts and figures
Education & Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor in Accounting
Banking or Economics experience
Knowledge of financial instruments
Excellent overall banking knowledge
Proficiency in both written and spoken English
Additional requirements
MICROSOFT SUITE (VBA proficiency is an asset)
Proficiency in Custody and Banking Systems
SWIFT Alliance
Work Requirement
Late Shift until 07.00PM
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