Settlements Administrator

Position

Division

Corporate and Private Client Foreign Exchange

Salary

Competitive Basic

Location

London

The division

Our Corporate Foreign Exchange division is responsible for the promotion and provision of our foreign exchange services to businesses who, as a consequence of their international trading commitments, require foreign exchange / treasury assistance.

Our Private Client Foreign Exchange division is responsible for the promotion and provision of our foreign exchange services to private individuals who, as a consequence of buying an overseas property, migration or the importation of a large capital good such as a car or boat, require foreign exchange assistance.

The role

Our Settlements Administrators perform a vital role in ensuring that all trades are accurately recorded and settled in a timely manner on a daily basis, in accordance with exact instructions for both our Corporate and Private Client divisions. You are responsible for ensuring all trade instructions are accurately processed both internally and externally to a strict schedule. You must ensure all deal tickets are accurately matched to their counter parties and that all trades are confirmed and instructed on the trade date. You are expected to liaise with all parties (internal and external) to ensure smooth settlement of all transactions and will be required to prepare ad hoc reports and statements as requested.

You should:

Have at least 2 years prior FX Settlements experience including confirmation via telephone and SWIFT
Demonstrate experience with automated confirmation matching applications
Possess a strong knowledge of FX products and an understanding of settlements in global markets
Possess the ability to work under pressure but with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Possess the ability to work to daily deadlines
Have excellent time management, planning and organisational skills
Be flexible and adaptable to work in a changing environment
Possess strong communication skills to deal efficiently and effectively with queries (phone, fax, email or letter) and follow up as necessary
Demonstrate commitment to provide high levels of customer service to internal and external parties
Work well in a team environment where enjoyment is considered as important as commitment

The package

We offer a highly competitive salary package that includes a basic salary and discretionary bonus, working within a supportive yet challenging and exciting working environment that offers genuine opportunities for career advancement.

If you think you've got what it takes to succeed, send us your CV with a covering letter outlining the position you are interested in to:

Email: careers@halofinancial.com

Post: Human Resources Manager, Halo Financial Ltd, 5 Port House, Plantation Wharf, London, SW11 3TY, United Kingdom