Fixed Income Settlements Analyst

An Investment bank is looking to hire a proactive and detail oriented Fixed Income Settlements Analyst to join their Operations team. This is a key role supporting the end to end Fixed Income trade lifecycle, with a strong focus on ensuring accurate and timely settlement, resolving trade discrepancies, and engaging with key internal and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Manage day to day Fixed Income trade settlements across various markets and instruments. Investigate and resolve unmatched trades, settlement discrepancies, and breaks in a timely manner. Liaise closely with clients, counterparties, custodians, and internal teams (Sales & Trading, Middle Office, Compliance) to ensure smooth settlement operations. Perform daily nostro and depot reconciliations and escalate discrepancies promptly. Respond to client queries and internal inquiries, delivering high quality service and support. Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency. Support ad hoc requests and reporting requirements as directed by management. Key Requirements Proven experience in Fixed Income settlements or operations within a financial institution or investment bank. Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify root causes of issues and resolve them independently. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with stakeholders across all levels. Ability to operate with a high level of accuracy under pressure and manage competing deadlines. Strong organisational and time management skills with attention to detail. A proactive, client focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Location: The City, GB

Posted Date: 6/16/2025