Capital Markets Business Analyst II - Charlotte, NC

Zions Bancorporation•Charlotte, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Zions Bancorporation is seeking a Capital Markets Business Analyst II - Business Enablement Operation in Charlotte, NC. This role involves collaborating with various teams to achieve objectives related to derivative trading, sales, technology, operations, compliance, legal, risk management, treasury, and finance. The analyst will gain familiarity with interest rate and derivatives products, including swaps, caps/floors/collars, and futures, and understand price/rate settings and cash payment calculations. Daily activities include OTC derivatives processing such as client onboarding, trade verification, settlements, confirmations, and counterparty coordination. The role also requires defining and documenting business procedures, understanding ISDA definitions, maintaining client data, reviewing and resolving settlement issues, and working collaboratively within the Operations team. Ad-hoc projects, inquiry response, and other related tasks are also part of the responsibilities.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong presentation, relationship building, collaboration attention to detail and decision-making skills
Understanding of the details and mechanics of OTC products (including futures, Options, and swaps) and an inquisitive mind
Understanding of banking, markets, industry practices, and market trends
Two or more years of related experience
Self-motivated, highly organized, and able to work independently without direct supervision
Undergraduate degree in finance or equivalent work experience

Nice To Haves

Experience with Calypso, MarkitWire, Tri_Optima and Bloomberg is a plus

Responsibilities

Collaborate with teams across Derivative Trading/Sales Front Office, Technology & Operations Services, Compliance, Legal, Market Risk Management, Treasury, and Finance, to deliver necessary objectives as required
Demonstrate basic understanding of interest rate and derivatives and become familiar with the various product type (swaps, caps/floors/collars and futures) including understanding of price/rate settings and cash payment calculations
Perform daily activities related to OTC derivatives, including but not limited to client onboarding, trade verification, settlements, confirmations and coordinating with counterparties
Define and document business procedures when necessary
Become familiar with ISDA definitions related to confirmations
Input and maintain client data
Review and approve settlements activity and resolve settlement issues as needed
Work closely with other members of the Operations team in a collaborative environment
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
Develop and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders
Work on ad-hoc projects, respond to inquiries, and perform other related tasks