Operations Associate, Collateral Management
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate daily margin processes in line with ISDA CSA and GMRA agreements
- Respond to and issue margin calls promptly, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Oversee the movement of both cash and securities collateral, including those related to UMR obligations
- Reconcile portfolios regularly, investigate discrepancies, and resolve margin call disputes
- Collaborate with Risk, Middle Office, and Front Office teams to address trade and exposure mismatches
- Engage directly with counterparties, custodians, and third-party vendors to manage collateral workflows
- Support the development and implementation of operational controls for new and existing business lines
- Conduct internal and client reporting, ensuring data accuracy and timely delivery
- Maintain and update internal procedures in response to regulatory and process changes
- Participate in system enhancement initiatives and partner with IT to improve margin infrastructure
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes and reduce operational risk
- Handle inquiries from internal stakeholders and provide subject matter expertise
- Ensure exposures are accurately captured and monitored through robust control checks
- Contribute to strategic projects aimed at enhancing collateral management efficiency
- Take on ad-hoc assignments and support broader team initiatives as needed
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related discipline
- In-depth understanding of OTC derivatives and repo products, including end-to-end trade lifecycle
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently
- High attention to detail and a strong sense of accountability
- Ability to perform under pressure and manage tight deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced level required)
- Fluency in English and Mandarin (both written and spoken)
- Familiarity with collateral platforms is a plus
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