Settlements Officer | Westlake

2 months ago


westlake Western Cape, South Africa The Recruitment Council Full time

Our client is seeking a Settlements Officer to join their dynamic team. This role plays a crucial part in assisting clients with trade matching and settlement, providing an excellent opportunity to grow within a thriving fund services environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Efficiently capture, process, match, and settle trades on the accounting system, including Equities, Fixed Income, Derivatives, Unit Trusts/CIS investments, Call Transfers, SWAPs, and FX deals.
  • Prepare manual instructions for unlisted trade settlements when needed, such as Physical MM, Private Placements, Offshore investments, and Fund of Fund investments.
  • Ensure trades are correctly matched between client notifications and counterparty confirmations.
  • Reconcile broker/counterparty accounts and ensure trade details align with company records.
  • Report and match Demat Money Market trades on Strate within required timeframes.
  • Manage trade statuses and handle all associated requirements.
  • Maintain accurate broker settlement and contact details, including brokerage rates.
  • Monitor front office trades to ensure seamless STP settlement into the accounting system.
  • Compile incident reports and assist in implementing and improving process controls.
  • Address internal and external trade-related queries from brokers, clients, and custodians.
  • Build strong relationships with clients and counterparties to resolve settlement issues.
  • Handle ad -hoc tasks and contribute to projects, particularly in testing and implementing new solutions for trade processing automation.

Experience & Qualifications:

  • 2-3+ years of experience in a Settlements role within Fund Services, Investment, or Wealth Management.
  • Comprehensive understanding of financial markets and instruments.
  • Experience with both local and international markets is advantageous.
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Commerce, Investments, or Economics.


Key Competencies:

  • Self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision.
  • A positive team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.
  • Diligent, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • High levels of integrity and professionalism.


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