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Derivatives – Senior Associate

Derivatives – Senior Associate

CompanyState Street
LocationIrvine, CA, USA
Salary$52000 – $94120
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Solid understanding of OTC swaps products is preferred.
  • Solid understanding of the swap life cycle is preferred.
  • Knowledge of downstream effects and economic impact of the different types of derivatives
  • Ability to apply industry knowledge to help other staff members
  • Excellent communications skills including expressing complex ideas and concepts
  • Computer proficient including spreadsheet and database applications
  • Advanced Visual Basic and/or SharePoint experience a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Administer all derivative trades in investment accounting system and OTC platform accurately and timely.
  • Support calculation, confirmation, audits and controls surrounding OTC Derivatives.
  • Initiate any related incoming or outgoing payments.
  • Complete various position and payment reconciliations.
  • Adhere to established operating, risk, and compliance controls and standard operating procedures.
  • Elevate areas of potential loss/exposure immediately and include supporting documentation.
  • Serves as a technical resource to Junior staff.
  • Reviews and authorizes cash activity and reconciliations.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelors Degree with emphasis in accounting, finance or economics preferred.
  • Minimum 4+ years related work experience preferred.
  • Proven negotiation and influencing skills.
  • Demonstrated creative problem solving skills.