Trade Management Services Analyst

Job Description

Who we are

At Fidelity, we’ve been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years. We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services - and we’re constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients. As a privately owned company, we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future.

Working with us means you’ll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. You’ll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where you’ll feel valued and supported to be your best - both personally and professionally.

Business Overview

Our investment team generates investment ideas from around the world - in virtually every investment class and category - and our investment management and research capabilities are world-class. You'll be joining one of the largest and most accomplished teams of portfolio managers, analysts and traders in the industry.

As a privately held company, we are able to take a big-picture, long-term view of the world and its markets. This gives us the opportunity to provide unique insight to our customers, extensive thought leadership to the marketplace and uncommon opportunities to our employees.

The trading desk manages equity and fixed income order flow and information for the Americas regions for both domestic and international portfolio managers. The desk trades equity, fixed income and equity, fixed income linked products including derivatives futures and ETFs. The trading desk is responsible for actively covering fund managers with value-added market insight to assist them in portfolio positioning and management.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Trade Management Services Analyst to join our growing team. Reporting to the Director Investment Operations, the Analyst will support the post trade execution and settlement process and contribute to the efficient operation of the trading desk. They will work closely with traders, portfolio services and trade operations to handle all aspects of the post trade lifecycle. This includes trade capture, confirmation, pre-settlement matching, fails management, collateral management and the resolution of cash and stock reconciliations.

What You Will Do

The Trade Management Services Analyst will work closely with local and international business operations teams to understand and implement best practices which add new value to the investment and trading process. The Analyst will build and maintain relationships with other key partners including investment operations, compliance, and investment risk. The Analyst will also participate in ad-hoc projects that pertains to the Investment Operations team.- Performing daily tasks to ensure trades are:
- Captured in accordance with internal timelines-
- Confirmed on Trade date-
- Communicated to the Custodian via SWIFT-
- Pre-Matched in accordance with market deadlines-
- Ensure all failed trades are captured and investigated- Investigate cash and stock breaks and resolve in a timely manner- Collaborate closely with Brokers, Custodians and Trading desks to resolve day to day processing issues- Collateral management - Action any escrow or de-escrow requests from trading operations- Data Management - Work with relevant internal teams for timely set up of new securities on internal systems- Perform system testing as and when required-
- Contribute to team strategy- Provide input to the Head Trader to analyze and improve the trading process regarding best execution and efficient operations- Proactively engage with broker relationships and market participants- Protect and where possible enhance Fidelity’s reputation in the marketplace- Work effectively and professionally with local and international business partners- Work such hours as required to support trading operations- Be familiar with and adhere to Fidelity Global Trading Policies and Procedures- Be familiar with and adhere to the provisions of Fidelity’s Code of Ethics

What We’re Looking for:
- A minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a post trade operations role- A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the investment industry, ideally supporting investment operations and trading- University degree

What You Will Bring- Strong interest in financial markets- Demonstrated desire to learn more about the equity trading process- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and a keen curiosity about the investment process- Credibility, interpersonal skills and professional presence to interact effectively with investment professionals at all levels of experience- Ability to prioritize, balance multiple priorities, and demonstrate a commitment to the Fidelity team

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer

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