Trade Support Analyst

Description:

Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group (“CC&LFG”) is looking for a Trade Support Analyst for an existing vacancy in our Trade Support team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a global trade operations environment, support our Portfolio Managers and perform at the cutting edge of our profession. We place a high value on our team spirit, camaraderie, and creating a culture where each of us has an opportunity to succeed. We are a solution-oriented and collaborative team, seeking like-minded individuals who thrive in a challenging and dynamic environment. Our offices currently operate on a hybrid model with a combination of in-office and remote working days throughout the week.

What You Will Do
 

• Responsible for supporting our Fixed Income Portfolio Managers and Trade desks in execution, processing and settlement of debt securities, money market, Derivatives and Foreign Exchange.
• The role covers transactions into our broad suite of pooled fund offerings and segregated client mandates.
• Working with Trade Desks, the role takes responsibility for efficient trading within tight deadlines.
• Onboarding of new accounts, products and counterparties in relevant internal systems.
• Responsible for ensuring timely settlement through managing custodian and broker relationships.
• Working with systems and technology teams to automate and improve processes with new technology.
• Maintaining and improving our Trade Support processes, systems and data to maximize efficiency and minimize risk.
   

About You
 

• 2+ years of trade operations experience within Asset Management or related field. Preferably covering Fixed Income, Derivative or FX.
• Relevant education and industry certifications.
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
• Effective communicator in both verbal and written communications.
• Resourceful and able to resolve complex problems quickly.
• Passionate about learning, with a curiosity to understand the why.