Structured Products Trade Support Associate Lead

Job Purpose & Objectives

Provide operational support to the Structured Notes business and other Global Markets areas, including trade capture, desk support, client service, P&L reporting, cash management and break reconciliation.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate trade capture and confirmations are sent to clients of various flows
• Reconcile breaks between front end systems and backend data. Resolve any trade discrepancies with various parties (trading desk, client, broker, settlement…)
• Perform trade reconciliations and follow-up on any discrepancies
• Perform regulatory reporting where necessary
• Work with front office and IT to enhance system functioning
• Report on performance and potential issues to direct management, and more generally support management as and when required

Job Specifications

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor degree
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working in an investment banking middle office

Knowledge & Skills

• Product knowledge in US/APAC equity derivatives
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong risk and control mind-set

Language

• Fluent in English
• Spanish a plus

Other Skills (e.g. Interpersonal, Communication etc)

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Customer-oriented
• Able to work in a matrix reporting structure, multi-functional and cross-cultural environment
• Well-organized and meticulous in details
• Ability to work under pressure
• A team player
• High integrity

Requirements

• Series 7
• Complete NFA Long Track Proficiency Exam

With respect to this position in our New York Office, the expected base salary ranges from $125,000 to $144,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

*Employment eligibility to work with BBVA in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions