Trade Operations Specialist

2 days ago

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland Cpl Full-time €55,000 - €75,000 Contract

We’re delighted to partner with a leading global asset management firm in their search for an Trade Operations Specialist to join their Middle Office function in Dublin.

This is a key role sitting between the trading desks and back office, ensuring every FX transaction is matched, settled and reflected accurately in fund NAVs. You’ll be the go-to link between traders, brokers, custodians and fund accountants — keeping trade flow moving smoothly and resolving issues before they become problems.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Liaising with traders and escalating broker issues as they arise
  • Ensuring FX instructions reach custodians and fund accounting within tight cut-off times
  • Monitoring FX trade settlement and investigating issues directly with brokers and custodians
  • Setting up new funds and brokers within the trading system
  • Partnering with Compliance, Risk and Client Services to resolve trade flow queries
  • Building strong relationships with custodians, fund accountants and brokers
  • Managing interest claims arising from trade flow issues
  • Maintaining and communicating SSIs across counterparties
  • Getting involved in local and global projects

What you’ll bring:

  • At least 2 year’s experience in a Trade Matching and Settlement role, with solid knowledge of SWIFT and settlement workflows
  • Understanding of the full trade lifecycle
  • Familiarity with FXALL and Alert is a plus
  • Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the flexibility to thrive under tight deadlines