Senior Settlement Officer Porto

Senior Settlement Officer
Porto
Porto, Porto District, Portugal

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The Settlement team is responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate settlement of financial transactions, including securities, derivatives, and other instruments, across international markets. The main goal is to minimize counterparty risk, facilitate efficient trade settlement, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in various jurisdictions.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Settlement Officer to join our settlement team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the settlement of financial transactions, providing strategic direction and leadership for the entire settlement function.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all transactions and resolve complex discrepancies and issues during the settlement process.
• Lead the reconciliation of accounts and maintain accurate transaction records, including oversight of all reconciliation activities.
• Coordinate with other financial institutions and external parties for smooth settlement, serving as the primary point of contact for
  - related interactions.
• Uphold compliance with banking regulations and internal policies, providing expert guidance and support on regulatory matters.
• Identify and implement
  - level process improvements for enhanced efficiency and accuracy within the settlement function, working closely with senior management and other stakeholders.
• Provide mentorship, training, and leadership to junior and
  - level team members involved in the settlement process.
• Acts as the Team Leader backup in case of need for projects
  - up, controls performance and declaration, oversights presentation and others.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Finance or related field.
• More than 5 years of experience in a financial role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and
  - solving skills.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks in a
  - paced environment.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Good knowledge of English, both written and verbal. French is a plus.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Conditional Formatting, advanced formulas). VBA is a plus.

We will only consider English CVs.

Additional Information:

At Natixis, we are committed to fostering a working environment where each and every one of our people is treated with dignity and respect and where every voice is heard. Our differences make us collectively stronger and are a source of fulfilment, innovation and performance.

In the framework of its Diversity, Equity & Inclusion policy, Natixis in Portugal has implemented a Blind CV Screening process, with the purpose of reducing hiring bias. A blind CV excludes any personal details which refer to the applicant’s gender, age or ethnicity. When applying for our positions, please submit a blind CV, that is, with no picture, name, gender, age, nationality, ethnicity and address. Your personal statement, work experience, courses and certifications, education, skills and contact information is what matters to us.

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