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Currency Portfolio Implementation Specialist/Trader, Vice President

Currency Portfolio Implementation Specialist/Trader, Vice President

Posted 26 April by eFinancialCareers
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Competitive salary
London , South East England
Permanent, full-time
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Who we are looking for
The Currency Portfolio Implementation Specialist / Trader is central to the global expansion and daily management of client hedging strategies. The Implementation Specialist (IS) analyzes and monitors client portfolio exposures in relation to the current hedge positions within funds/share classes. The IS is responsible for client implementation, trade creation (rebalancing), trade execution, and managing client relationships.

Why this role is important to us
The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Markets (SSGM). When owners and managers of institutional assets need research, trading, securities lending and innovative portfolio strategies, they turn to SSGM. As our investment research and trading arm, SSGM's number one goal is to enhance and preserve our clients' portfolio values by applying technology, optimizing trading, and linking asset classes and markets across the world.
Join us if making your mark in the global markets industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for
As Implementation Specialist / Trader you will:
  • Manage daily operations for hedging strategy for assigned clients, ensuring completeness and accuracy of: inbound data receipt, mandate compliance, and client reporting.
  • Order creation, pre-trade due diligence reviews, execution.
  • Contribute to complex processes and create trading plans for mergers, onboards, & terminations.
  • The PM is expected to exercise reasonable judgement in the management of the hedging program, being able to recognize possible errors in data, identify any operational risks involved, and escalate as required
  • Collaborate with IS and global trading teams located in Boston and Sydney.
  • Contribute to client Due Diligence visits, monthly service reviews, new client pitches and daily client queries.
  • Manage counterparty diversification, maximum thresholds, operational risks, and TCA analysis.

What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role:
  • Prior experience in portfolio implementations, middle office, accounting or other related financial services
  • Exhibit strong attention to detail with the ability to produce under time sensitive deadlines.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a large global team

Education & Preferred Qualifications
  • BS in Finance, Mathematics, Engineering or other quantitative discipline
  • CFA or progress towards is a plus

Are you the right candidate? Yes!
We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don't necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.

About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Reference: 52538374

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