Operations Generalist
Job Description
<p><strong>Job Purpose:<br></strong></p> <div> <p class="x_fa-lv8x8s"><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">The role provides the opportunity to make an important contribution to the US Equity Operations team. The candidate will be responsible for middle and back-office functions in support of the firm’s US Institutional Equity Desk.</span></p> </div> <p><strong>Duties & Responsibilities:</strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <div> <p class="x_fa-lv8x8s"><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Real time support of US Equity trade activity, including but not limited to:</span></p> </div> <div> <ul> <li class="x_fa-lv8x8s">Comply with T+1 settlement cycle mandates in accordance with SEC Rule 15c6-2</li> <li class="x_fa-lv8x8s">Process trade bookings, allocations, confirms, and ensure timely downstream processing</li> <li class="x_fa-lv8x8s">Collaborate with trading desks and firm counterparties to address and resolve trade discrepancies</li> <li class="x_fa-lv8x8s">Open client DVP/RVP accounts and ensure settlement instructions are up to date</li> <li class="x_fa-lv8x8s">Collaborate with firm counterparties and custodians to promptly resolve aged fails and unaffirmed trades</li> <li class="x_fa-lv8x8s">Assist in the firm’s daily EOD procedures</li> <li class="x_fa-lv8x8s">Escalate and assist in resolving operational risks to the firm (ie. Regulatory Notifications, Buyins and Corporate Actions)</li> <li class="x_fa-lv8x8s">Oversee daily and monthly trade, positions, P&L, and commission reconciliations</li> </ul> </div> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong>Requirements & Qualifications:</strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <div> <ul> <li class="x_fa-lv8x8s">Bachelor’s Degree</li> <li class="x_fa-lv8x8s">DTCC ALERT/CTM and WorkX/ORF knowledge</li> <li class="x_fa-lv8x8s">Team player with the ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks in a fast-faced, deadline-driven environment</li> <li class="x_fa-lv8x8s">Self-motivated approach to work and superior attention to detail</li> <li class="x_fa-lv8x8s">Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li> <li class="x_fa-lv8x8s">Proficient in the Microsoft suite of applications with strong Excel skills for data analysis and reporting</li> <li class="x_fa-lv8x8s">2+ Middle/Back Office experience at a buy side or sell side financial institution </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p class="x_fa-lv8x8s"><strong></strong></p> </div> <p><strong>Important Notes:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Must be authorized to work full time in the U.S., BTIG does not offer sponsorship for work visas of any type</li> <li>No phone calls please, the applicant will be contacted within two weeks if successful</li> </ul> <p><strong>About BTIG:</strong></p> <p><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">BTIG is a global financial services firm specializing in institutional trading, investment banking, research and related brokerage services. With an extensive global footprint and more than 700 employees, BTIG, LLC and its affiliates operate out of 20 cities throughout the U.S., and in Europe, Asia and Australia. BTIG offers execution, expertise and insights for equities, equity derivatives, ETFs and fixed income, currency and commodities. The firm’s core capabilities include global execution, portfolio, electronic and outsource trading, investment banking, prime brokerage, capital introduction, corporate access, research and