Capital Markets, Financial Services, Consulting, Manager

PwC•Toronto, ON

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At PwC, our people in Financial Services Consulting practice specialize in providing consulting services on optimizing operational efficiency and effectiveness. These individuals analyze client needs, develop operational strategies, and offer guidance and support to help clients streamline processes, improve productivity, and drive business performance. As a Financial Services, Capital Markets, Manager at PwC, you will possess a broad understanding of various aspects of operations consulting. You will provide comprehensive guidance and support to clients in optimizing operational efficiency and effectiveness. Working in this area, you will analyze client needs, develop operational solutions, and offer recommendations tailored to specific business requirements. This newly created role reflects our commitment to growth and delivering distinctive value for our clients and stakeholders.

Requirements

An interest in upskilling for a digital world and technology trends, an openness to learning new tools and adapting how you work
A demonstrated commitment to valuing differences, developing and coaching diverse teams, and ensuring diverse perspectives are heard
Understanding of capital markets industry, global trading and capital markets products (bonds, equities, derivatives, etc)
Hands on exposure to capital markets functions and administration of financial services businesses including sales and trading, risk management (credit, market, and operational), compliance, funding and trading operations, including confirmation, settlement, regulatory reporting, reconciliation, and exception processing
Functional knowledge of trading infrastructure and trading flows
Comprehensive knowledge of trade life cycles and position management
Well versed in Capital Market regulations (conduct, trading, clearing, margin, KYC, privacy, trade and transaction reporting), regulators (OSFI, CIRO, CFTC, SEC, FCA, etc.), as well as, upcoming changes as part of the Financial Stability Board (FSB) work program and broader portfolio of work (ESG, rate reform, digital assets, culture)
Familiar with global trading and market infrastructures (execution venues, clearing houses, central settlement systems, etc)
Interest in emerging technologies and advanced analytics related to capital markets and asset management
Familiarity with technology concepts including architecture (e.g. business, technical, logical, data), data strategy, governance and management, systems/applications (e.g. trade booking, investment book of record, collateral management, risk management)
Working knowledge of common capital markets reference data types (entity, counterparty, product, trade, settlement, etc.) and systems interactions including IT tools and technology
Self motivated with a passion for client work and team work
Ability to multitask and manage ambiguity as you navigate change with the client
Excellent communication skills

Responsibilities

Establish and nurture trusted advisor relationships with key financial services clients, focusing on comprehensive business relationships across front office, operations, risk and technology functions.
Client focus centered on Financial Markets participants such as: Wholesale Capital Markets, Corporate Cash Management, Asset Management, Wealth Management, Treasury Trading, Commodities Trading, and Digital Assets.
Conducting and managing market research and quantitative and qualitative analyses, including the synthesis of complex data into meaningful insights
Supporting delivery from project scoping to conclusion, while consistently keeping the client’s goals in mind
Communicating complex information effectively in written and verbal formats to various situations and audiences
Approaching new projects with an open mind
Demonstrating empathy for coworkers and customers
Learning from mistakes and asking for help when needed
Believing in the value created by diverse teams and can adapt to a variety of working styles