Global Banking and Markets Operations, Ficc

Global Banking and Markets Operations, FICC Operations, Currency Operations, Associate, Singapore

**OPERATIONS**

Operations is a dynamic, multi-faceted division that partners with all parts of the firm to provide banking, securities, and asset management services to clients around the world. In addition, Operations provides essential risk management and controls to preserve and enhance the firm's assets and its reputation. For every new product launched and every trade executed, it is Operations that develops and manages the processes and controls that enable business flow.

**YOUR IMPACT**

We promote continuous learning by way of cross training and business engagement across the stack of functions for the respective FICC product class. Your role will involve active partnership with the sales, trading, credit, legal and other operations teams which will be key to effectively manage the risk and business / client expectations for the trades we support. In addition to the responsibilities assigned to you, you will be encouraged to contribute ideas towards enhancement and streamlining the activities.

**OUR IMPACT**

Within Global Market Operations, the Currency Operations team comprehends key functions in the Foreign Exchange Market, effectively covering front to back support for our business and clients. We are responsible for Middle Office Functions, that aim to ensure trading risk is accurate and trade flow exceptions are resolved timely; Confirmations and Drafting Functions, that aim to legally confirm our client’s trades and ensure executed trades were booked accurately; and Settlements Functions, that ensure all Foreign Exchange transactions are settled in a timely manner, meeting our client’s expectations. Various operational reconciliations are also performed to ensure every step of trade flow is accurate and without flaws. The team also executes various projects aimed at balance sheet optimization, operational efficiency and business enablement. All functions are performed with focus on risk management, efficiency and client experience, always pursuing better ways of doing things.

**RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS**

HOW YOU WILL FULFILL YOUR POTENTIAL
- Partner with internal teams - Sales, Trading, Credit, Technology and other operations teams to ensure issue resolution and timely confirmation and settlement
- Monitor and Process settlements for Foreign Exchange Transactions.
- Manage real-time trade booking exceptions internally between the trading desk and sales force
- Build skillset that comprehends Trade Confirmation and Middle Office Functions
- Design and initiate process improvements with thorough understanding of the teams' processes and controls
- Resolution and escalation of all client disputes and queries
- Ensure that processes are continually reviewed and improved, risk is managed, and results are achieved that meet expectations for timeliness, quality and cost effectiveness within the Department.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Proactive, enthusiastic, and creative approach with very high attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Highly collaborative and team-focused with ability to interact effectively with a wide range of individuals
- Effective problem solving and critical thinking skills along with the ability to use discretion and good judgment

Preferred Qualifications
- Understanding of the Foreign Exchange market and derivatives, including the current regulatory environment is beneficial
- Intellectual curiosity
- Ability to remain composed under pressure
- Minimum 1-4 years of experience in Operations or related field Risk and Control focused
- Competency with MS Suite, especially Excel, and the ability to learn multiple programs quickly

ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS

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