Analyst, Securities Data (Contract)

Contract

About 18 hours ago, from Royal Bank of Canada

Job Summary

What is the opportunity? The Securities Data Services group within the wider BCS group is responsible for the management of the organization's securities reference data repository and the management of the security reference data within a number of key applications used throughout RBC.

Region: APAC

Working hours: 11.00am – 8.00pm, 3.00pm – 12.00am (Primary hours to be 11am to 8pm but to cover colleague vacations 3pm to 12am Malaysia time. Bank holiday cover will also be required)

What will you do?

1. Support the timely creation and maintenance of all security data whilst maintaining the integrity of the data at all times.
2. Update Structured products in Bloomberg. Manage product classifications and JRR classifications. Support Global Offices with security reference data requests.
3. Provide handover at end of day to facilitate a follow the sun model.
4. Continuous improvement, in conjunction with the SDS team, to processes, procedures resulting in increased efficiencies and service deliverables.
5. Manage the integrity of the database by ensuring consistency and controls are maintained at all times.
6. Develop and document operations controls and work processes.
7. Provide support and testing for system releases/enhancements.
8. Identify root causes of data problems and implement process improvement initiatives.
9. Daily completion of reconciliations between key applications.
10. Review and liaise with necessary parties to resolve breaks on a timely basis.
11. Keep abreast of industry best practices and the regulatory environment and emerging tools and standards.
12. Driving data standards, policies and processes as they relate to compliance, regulatory and security considerations.
13. Provide subject matter expertise within the Security reference data space to internal clients and development groups.
14. Assist with the production of weekly MI reporting to provide analysis for senior management.
15. Keep up to date with industry standards and operational processes.
16. Maintain a strong understanding of instruments (equities, fixed income, and derivatives) and products and associated data items and structures.
17. Management of SRDR exceptions to support BAU.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have:

1. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the use of reference data across different product types (fixed income, equity, derivatives, currency & commodities) within an established financial institution, investment bank or fund managed organization.
2. Solid understanding of capital market trading applications and its need for securities reference data.
3. Firm understanding of how capital markets operate.
4. Experience with the use of Bloomberg and Reuters data (pricing, corporate actions, reference data, API).
5. Advanced problem solving, analytical and decision-making skills.
6. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
7. The ability to work well between multiple departments and with all levels of associates.
8. Ability to be flexible, follow tight deadlines, organize and prioritize work.
9. Proactive approach to knowledge sharing.

Nice-to-have:

1. Advanced problem solving, analytical and decision-making skills.
2. Excellent collaboration skills.
3. Excellent team player.
4. System experience: Gloss, APEX, Murex, SPOHIS, NYSM, Goldensource SRDR, Pega, Alfresco, Infinity.
5. Education to degree standard preferred.

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual. A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including performance-based bonuses, flexible benefits, and competitive compensation.

Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities. A world-class training program in financial services. A collaborative dynamic culture where personal initiative and hard work are recognized and rewarded.

Additional Job Details

Address: PERSIARAN IRC 2, IOI RESORT CITY IOI CITY TOWER ONE: PUTRAJAYA

City: Putrajaya

Country: Malaysia

Work hours/week: 40

Employment Type: Full time

Platform: CAPITAL MARKETS

Job Type: Contract (Fixed Term)

Pay Type:

Posted Date: 2024-11-07

Application Deadline: 2024-11-26

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above.

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