Equity Settlements Analyst

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Equity Settlements Analyst to join a highly respected financial institution in Singapore, supporting the APAC equity settlement team.

This role offers you the chance to work at the heart of global financial operations, handling cross-border settlements across Emerging Asia, New Zealand, and Australia. You will be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that values diverse perspectives and encourages new ideas to drive positive change.

• Work within a supportive team environment that values collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement across all levels of the organisation.
• Gain hands-on experience with cross-border equity settlements in multiple APAC markets, providing you with broad exposure to international financial operations.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional development and training as you contribute to advancing tools, technology, and processes in a forward-thinking workplace.

What you'll do:

As an Equity Settlements Analyst based in Singapore, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth execution of equity security settlements across multiple APAC markets. Your daily responsibilities will involve overseeing complex cross-border transactions, managing exceptions, performing trade pre-matching activities, and maintaining accurate inventory records. You will also be responsible for following up on failed trades, conducting reconciliations of both stock and cash accounts, and liaising closely with internal colleagues as well as external partners such as clients and custodians.

• Oversee day-to-day support for the APAC equity settlement team by managing settlement activities across various business streams such as Securities Borrowing and Lending, Proprietary Trading, and Agency services.
• Perform cross-border settlements efficiently in Emerging Asia markets as well as New Zealand and Australia while ensuring compliance with local regulations and market practices.
• Manage exception queues diligently to ensure all valid trades are released promptly to custodians for timely settlement.
• Take responsibility for inventory management by monitoring stock positions and ensuring accurate record-keeping at all times.
• Conduct thorough pre-matching of trades prior to value date to minimise settlement risk and ensure smooth transaction processing.
• Follow up proactively on failed trades by investigating root causes and resolving outstanding settlement items in a timely manner.
• Liaise effectively with internal teams, external clients, and local custodians to facilitate seamless communication throughout the settlement process.
• Perform regular reconciliations of stock and cash accounts to identify discrepancies early and maintain data integrity.
• Investigate breaking items methodically by collaborating with relevant stakeholders until full resolution is achieved.
• Contribute actively to process improvements by participating in initiatives aimed at enhancing tools, technology, and ways of working.

What you bring:

To excel as an Equity Settlements Analyst, you will bring proven experience from previous roles involving securities operations or equity settlements within reputable financial institutions. Your familiarity with APAC market practices—especially those relating to cross-border transactions—will be invaluable as you navigate complex settlement scenarios. In addition to technical proficiency with trade matching systems or reconciliation tools, your success will depend on your ability to collaborate effectively within diverse teams while maintaining clear lines of communication with both internal stakeholders and external partners.

• Demonstrated experience in equity settlements or securities operations within financial services or banking environments is highly desirable for this position.
• A solid understanding of cross-border settlement processes in APAC markets including Emerging Asia, New Zealand, or Australia is essential for success in this role.
• Proficiency in managing exception queues with meticulous attention to detail ensures that all valid trades are processed accurately and efficiently.
• Strong skills in inventory management allow you to monitor stock positions effectively while maintaining comprehensive records at all times.
• Experience conducting trade pre-matching prior to value date helps reduce settlement risk and supports seamless transaction flows.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities enable you to investigate failed trades thoroughly and resolve outstanding settlement issues promptly.
• Outstanding interpersonal communication skills are required for effective liaison with internal teams, external clients, and local custodians throughout the settlement lifecycle.
• A proven track record in performing reconciliations of stock and cash accounts demonstrates your commitment to accuracy and data integrity.
• The ability to investigate breaking items collaboratively ensures that discrepancies are addressed quickly through teamwork rather than individual effort.
• A willingness to participate actively in process improvement initiatives reflects your openness to learning new tools or technologies that benefit both clients and colleagues.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a leader in global finance thanks to its unwavering commitment to nurturing talent within an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity of thought. Employees benefit from access to world-class training programmes designed around their individual career aspirations while enjoying flexible working opportunities tailored for work-life balance.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Robert Walters (Singapore) Pte Ltd
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