Securities Operations Specialist (80% - 100%)

Rothschild & Co

Rothschild & Co is one of the world's largest independent financial advisory groups. We offer a distinct perspective that makes a meaningful difference to our clients’ business and wealth.

With a team of 4,800 talented financial services specialists on the ground in 40 countries across the world, we provide independent advice on M&A, strategy and financing, as well as investment and wealth management solutions to large institutions, families, individuals and governments. As a family-controlled business that has been at the centre of the world’s financial markets for over 200 years, we can rely on an unrivalled network of specialists and are known for our track-record of outstanding execution in financial services.

Rothschild & Co Wealth Management

For over 200 years, Rothschild & Co’s freedom to offer objective advice and our commitment to personal service have combined to shape and grow our private clients’ wealth, building value for generations. Our dynamic growth and ambitious targets in relation to quality, innovation and reliability have created a need for the above mentioned role.

Overview of Role

The Securities Operations Department is responsible for the processing and monitoring of all securities related transactions as well as the life-cycle-management of securities positions and the maintenance of the asset master data. We serve our clients in a highly professional way and we keep our procedures on the most efficient level to provide information and services in a timely manner. Every member of the team strives to optimize the processes continuously to exceed current and future expectations of our clients.

As a Securities Operations Specialist you can handle special cases, contribute to company-wide projects and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders in a professional way. You challenge the current procedures of your area of responsibility and you establish “best practices” in the team.

Responsibilities

• Executing the processing and booking of Stock-Exchange transactions for the Swiss and UK businesses
• Processing of investment fund transactions (incl. alternative investment funds)
• Trade confirmation matching via SWIFT, Omgeo/CTM or paper-based matching
• Chasing counterparties on late and failed settlement
• Settlement of trade transactions across different custodians within the Avaloq system
• Securities transfers free of payment
• Custody functionalities related to securities transaction and position management

Education and Qualifications

• Completed banking apprenticeship (EFZ) or comparable qualification in banking/financial services (e.g., CYP) 

Experience, Skills and Competencies Required

• 5-10 years of experience in processing and booking of trades in all financial instruments in all markets, awareness of tax issues on stock exchange transactions
• 3-5 years of experience in settlement of trades in all financial instruments is a strong benefit
• Practical knowledge of Avaloq banking platform is a must
• Ability to communicate clearly to internal and external counterparties
• Strong team player with a can-do attitude§  Swift, reliable and exact working style
• Very good command of English and German (written and spoken), French is beneficial 

Benefits

• Rothschild & Co is committed to safeguarding and enhancing the health and wellbeing of all its employees. To support this, Rothschild & Co provides all employees with a range of healthcare services and benefits that aim to support their overall wellbeing
• We are conducive to creating a working environment and culture where people can succeed
• We provide a variety of inhouse trainings, as well as tuition assistance for further education and training courses
• Everyone can choose to incorporate agile working principles into their working week
• We have learned a great deal about the adaptability, commitment and resilience of our people. We believe there are opportunities for all of us to enhance our working lives and outcomes, by applying a more flexible approach to where and when we work and up to 40% of your work time can be performed from home. 

If you are curious to learn more about us and have valuable experiences in a similar role, then please submit your CV and Cover Letter through our recruitment tool.