Associate / Associate Level 1 jobs in Chennai at BNP Paribas

Job Description – APAC

Note to Hiring Manager:

In support of BNP Paribas APAC's Diversity Commitment, Hiring Managers are to consider at least 1 Asia Pacific national, 1 male and 1 female candidate for the position to be filled.

Job Title

Associate / Associate Level 1

Department

Trade Processing

Location:

Chennai

Business Line / Function

AFS

Reports To

(Direct)

Assistant Manager

Grade

(if applicable)

(Functional)

Number Of Direct Reports

NA

Responsibilities

Directorship / Registration:

Direct Responsibilities

Working as a member of the Trade Processing team including trade capture and settlement

Process Global Security transactions on the Global trade processing platforms within given deadlines

Interact with both internal and external parties to resolve trade confirmation and settlement queries

Assist the junior staff on the BAU and act as a back in the absence of supervisor/Team leader.

Participate and help management in the Audit, Projects

Capture and confirm Equity, Fixed Income, Treasury and Mutual Fund trades from the client in a timely and accurate manner thus ensuring timely settlement and accounting

Ensure that all trades are matched within market/client deadlines

Ensure client positions are correct and all transactions are processed

Query resolution in accordance with time frames set out in Client SLA’s

Work with the Custodians and brokers to capture failed trades

Resolve failed trade queries proactively

Ensure all errors/break down of procedure are documented as per BNP Paribas policy

Active involvement in Projects

Extensive communication with Internal & External parties.

Technical & Behavioral Competencies

Strong analytical skills, detail orientation, service commitment, and solid organizational and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment, prioritizes multiple tasks, and meets strict deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications and strong MS-Word & Excel skills required.
To be based in Chennai and prepared to travel as required.
Must be prepared to work in any shift supporting Asia/Americas/European business hours.
Good knowledge of Securities Services Industry
High computer skills
Swift knowledge, MT540, MT541, MT542, MT543, MT300 and 302
Good settlement market knowledge and in particular knowledge of the Far East market
Knowledge of key risks including buy in and pre-funding markets
An understanding of how an Asset Manager operates with Custodians and Brokers
An understanding of a variety of Instrument types including Equities, Bonds, Unit Trusts
An understanding of foreign exchange
Knowledge of Omgeo CTM & Tradeflow would be an added advantage

Specific Qualifications (if Required)

College Degree, preferably a Master’s degree in Commerce or MBA (Finance)

Skills Referential

Behavioural Skills: (Please select up to 4 skills)

Ability to collaborate / Teamwork

Adaptability

Ability to deliver / Results driven

Communication skills - oral & written

Transversal Skills: (Please select up to 5 skills)

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Education Level

Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Experience Level

At least 1 year

Other/Specific Qualifications (if Required)

Other/Specific Qualifications (if required)

Primary Location

IN-TN-Chennai

Job Type

Standard / Permanent

Job

OPERATION PROCESSING

Education Level

Bachelor Degree or equivalent (>= 3 years)

Experience Level

At least 1 year

Schedule

Full-time