Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

Middle Office/Trade support for the Interest Rate Derivative (IRD) business, with expanded responsibility for Money Markets and Fixed income. Supporting Global Markets Clients and our Sales and Trading business, in managing and facilitating the operational trade lifecycle (including allocating, validating and enriching trades, identifying and resolving exceptions and queries and implementing continuous improvement measures) to support trades originating on Global Markets Desks ensuring that trades can be effectively settled, comply with regulatory standards, mitigate operational risk and create a positive client experience.

Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Business Commerce

Experience Required
Trade Support
Operations

5-7 years

• Experience derivative experience (IRS, Asset Swaps, Futures, Options, NDF, Bonds, Bond Forwards).
• Understanding of the trade lifecycle required. Preferred exposure to the Markitwire platform and tri-reduce cycles.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage and own queries until resolved.
• Collaborative mindset and able to work across teams and with various stakeholders.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Developing Expertise
• Directing People
• Embracing Change
• Examining Information
• Inviting Feedback
• Making Decisions
• Producing Output
• Pursuing Goals
• Resolving Conflict
• Team Working
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Continuous Process Improvement
• Data Analysis
• Deal or Trade Life Cycles
• Deal Set-up & Administration
• Evaluation of Internal Controls
• Product Knowledge (Trading, Transacting)
• Query Resolution
• Technology Savvy