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Securities Operations Specialist
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Securities Operations Specialist

Job Description

 

Keep on pace with our success

 

As a Securities Operations Specialist, you will work in the settlements and processing of Bank Loans, interacting with the High Yield Trading Desk, as well as assisting various departments within the company.  You will spearhead developing and implementing policies focusing on improving operational efficiency and ensuring daily tasks are carried out accurately and in a timely manner to improve processes at Western Asset.  

 

What you will do

 

  • Ensure trades are accurately posted in accounting system and instructed in a timely manner to custodians
  • Notify trade operations team of all trade discrepancies
  • Process trade adjustments when needed
  • Maintain clear communication of amendments with all necessary parties
  • Ensure accurate processing of amendments
  • Escalate to upper management as needed
  • Provide oversight to our bank loan outsourcing vendors for trade confirmation, settlement and daily P& I postings
  • Complete all daily tasks and responsibilities as denoted by the team checklist
  • Maintain accurate administrative data for all Bank Loan accounts
  • Set up new brokers, custodians and accounts within internal and external systems as needed
  • Assist in resolving Bank Loan related cash discrepancies
  • Prepare and update weekly/monthly KPI data
  • Review and resolve any discrepancies identified during monthly reconciliation
  • Assist with any ad hoc projects or requests

What you will bring

 

 

  • Minimum 2 years of relevant industry specific experience
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of Microsoft of Microsoft Excel and Bloomberg
  • Undergraduate degree in related field

 

Expected base salary for the role will generally be between $43.27 and $53.71 per hour at the commencement of employment. However, base salary if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include other forms of compensation such as, discretionary bonuses, short and long-term incentive packages, and Company-sponsored benefit programs.

 

About Western Asset

 

At Western Asset we’re saying hello to the future. Committed to being the leading fixed-income investment management firm in the world, we’re investing in new technologies, methodologies and markets. We’re also investing in our people. Our business is guided by a belief in doing the right thing: that if we treat our clients and colleagues with fairness and respect, success will follow. We’re building on our reputation and resources with an entrepreneurial approach that drives innovation. Every day is an opportunity for us to get better by making the most of the possibilities that our people and ideas can bring.

 

Our Commitment to Diversity

We believe a diverse and cohesive workforce promotes the formation of different ideas and viewpoints, enhances independent thinking, and helps create a work environment where the best ideas are identified and implemented.  We are committed to unlocking the power of diversity through an inclusive environment that affords everyone the opportunity to develop individually, advance professionally and participate fully in the Firm’s success.

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