Operations Officer III

We are seeking two experienced and analytical Operations Officers III to join our Securities Lending & Settlement team. This role is accountable for the clearing and settlement of transactions in support of Institutional and Wealth clients. You will be responsible for the daily monitoring and settlement of trades across various markets, including borrowing, lending, and collateral management. This is a 1-year contract with a strong possibility for extension or permanent conversion based on performance.Work Location: Toronto, ON.Work Structure: High-density onsite requirement. The first 90 days are 5 days per week onsite. Following the initial 90 days, the schedule shifts to 4 days per week onsite.Schedule: Monday to Friday, core business hours (37.5 hours per week).As an Operations Officer III within Securities Lending, you will operate in a high-energy, fast-paced environment. Your primary focus is to ensure the timely and accurate clearing of transactions through systems such as CDS and DTC. The role is approximately 80-90% back-office operations, with a significant portion of your time dedicated to investigating financial discrepancies and interacting with internal stakeholders, including Lending Traders and Margin groups.AdvantagesIndustry Exposure: Gain high-level experience in Securities Lending and Settlements within a leading global financial organization.Collaborative Culture: Work within a highly positive, 12-member team that prioritizes cross-training and professional support.Networking & Growth: Significant opportunity for networking within the Wealth and Securities divisions, with a path toward long-term or full-time employment.Central Location: Convenient work environment located at Bloor and Bay in the heart of Toronto’s financial district.ResponsibilitiesSettlement & Operational ExecutionTrade Settlement: Responsible for the end-of-day settlement of all loans, borrows, repays, and collateral tickets within CDS and DTC environments.Monitoring & Reporting: Actively monitor settlement discrepancies and report them on a timely basis to Institutional Lending Traders and Margin groups to ensure prompt resolution.Issue Resolution: Investigate, resolve, and escalate complex operational issues to Management and Traders as required.Ancillary Functions: Manage various operational tasks including Mark to Market, Contract Compare, Fees and Rebates, and Reconciliations.Trader Support: Provide real-time position checks and movement updates to support trading activity and inquiries.Compliance & Quality ControlAudit & Documentation: Accurately maintain and file all documentation pertaining to daily settlements to meet internal and external audit requirements.Regulatory Adherence: Ensure all transactions comply with industry codes of conduct, AML policies, and organizational operating procedures.Risk Management: Ensure all FX and wire requests are authorized within assigned limits and follow strict due diligence protocols.Team Participation: Participate in daily huddles, weekly Late Collateral rotation shifts, and departmental process improvement initiatives.QualificationsMandatory Requirements Experience: 5+ years of professional experience within the Banking or Financial Institution industry.Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.Financial Expertise: Demonstrated experience in Reconciliation (identifying and resolving financial discrepancies).Education: A University Degree is mandatory.Professionalism: Proven ability to work under pressure, manage strict deadlines, and handle high volumes of work accurately.Preferred Qualifications Completion of CSC (Canadian Securities Course) or progress toward CFA/CGA certifications.Direct experience in the Settlement and Trading industry.Familiarity with CDS and DTC platforms.SummaryIf you have a passion for high-volume hiring and a desire to contribute to a leading financial institution, we encourage you to apply. 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