Manager, US Securities Settlements

RBC • Toronto, ON

3d • Onsite

About The Position

To manage the US Securities Settlements team focused on the settlement of Fixed Income and Equity transactions in DTC. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with various trading desks and play and integral role in facilitating high-value settlements. There will be opportunities to partake in department-wide projects covering important changes throughout the settlement process. This role will involve managing a team of Analysts and Senior Analysts in supporting the overall day-to-day operations of the department, and the incumbent must be able to effectively ensure team coverage and prepare for changes in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in trade settlements
• Ability to lead a team and plan for rapid changes
• Strong communication skills
• Multitasking skills to manage projects while meeting day-to-day settlement requirements
• Ability to work independently and to solve problems using knowledge and experience
• Strong MS Office skills – Word, Outlook, Excel
• Post-secondary education

Nice To Haves

• CSC - Canadian Securities Course

Responsibilities

• Manage team structure and organize workflows
• Work constructively with teams across multiple business entities and collaborate on projects
• Oversee the settlements of US Fixed Income & Equity Securities and handle all trade exceptions on a timely basis
• Develop plans for effective team coverage and hire new staff as needed
• Possess good knowledge of the products and systems required to accomplish daily responsibilities (DTC, APEX, ICI IMPACT, BPS, etc)
• Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, standards and guidelines instructions and ensures processes and controls are in place to minimize operations risk
• On an ongoing basis will assist Associate Director, US Securities Settlements with any ad hoc requirements and planning

Benefits

• bonuses
• flexible benefits
• competitive compensation
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Flexible work/life balance options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree