Senior Settlement Officer

Team presentation and main goal:  

The Settlement team isresponsible for ensuring the timely and accurate settlement of financial transactions including securities derivatives and other instruments across international markets. The main goal is to minimize counterparty risk facilitate efficient trade settlement and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in various jurisdictions. 

Main tasks and goals: 

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Settlement Officer to join our settlement team. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Manage and oversee the settlement of financial transactions providing strategic direction and leadership for the entire settlement function. 
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all transactions and resolve complex discrepancies and issues during the settlement process. 
• Lead the reconciliation of accounts and maintain accurate transaction records including oversight of all reconciliation activities. 
• Coordinate with other financial institutions and external parties for smooth settlement serving as the primary point of contact for settlementrelated interactions. 
• Uphold compliance with banking regulations and internal policies providing expert guidance and support on regulatory matters. 
• Identify and implement highlevel process improvements for enhanced efficiency and accuracy within the settlement function working closely with senior management and other stakeholders. 
• Provide mentorship training and leadership to junior and midlevel team members involved in the settlement process. 
• Acts as the Team Leader backup in case of need for projects followup controls performance and declaration oversights presentation and others. 

Qualifications :

• Degree in Finance or related field. 
• More than 5 years of experience in a financial role. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills. 
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks in a fastpaced environment. 
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. 
• Good knowledge of English both written and verbal. French is a plus. 
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables Conditional Formatting advanced formulas). VBA is a plus. 

We will only consider English CVs.

Additional Information :

At Natixis we are committed to fostering a working environment where each and every one of our people is treated with dignity and respect and where every voice is heard. Our differences make us collectively stronger and are a source of fulfilment innovation and performance.

In the framework of its Diversity Equity & Inclusion policy Natixis in Portugal has implemented a Blind CV Screening process with the purpose of reducing hiring bias. A blind CV excludes any personal details which refer to the applicants gender age or ethnicity. When applying for our positions please submit a blind CV that is with no picture name gender age nationality ethnicity and address. Your personal statement work experience courses and certifications education skills and contact information is what matters to us.

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Early morning. Campo 24 de Agosto. In 4 minutes you are clocking in at the office. Start your day having breakfast with the Team and grab fresh fruit on the way to your seat in one of Portos most typical neighborhoods. This Purple Day is going to be a busy one: daily meeting ensuring all team members are on the same page regarding work status priorities and blockers language class and just after a Talent Management meeting with your manager discussing your career path. 

 Lunch break. Today your Team is onboarding newcomers but also welcoming French colleagues: the perfect excuse to walk downtown and bond over a francesinha. When returning inhale nature and peace of mind in Natixis Urban Garden (look at the crops; ready to harvest!. 

 Back inside. Brainstorming session on a new exciting project in our disruptive and immersive Manaus Village. The afternoon went flying (tasks meetings some jokes with your teammates). End it on a high note: celebrating cultural diversity with a Diwali the Indian festival of lights. 

 Tomorrow you attend a conference led by influential speakers in your industry and the day after you will work from home benefitting from some focus time to complete that report and soft skills course on LinkedIn Learning. Once you are done with your work for the day strike the right note playing with Natixis band or be part of a board games session. If that is too steady for you meet your colleagues to catch some waves or sail the Douro river during golden hour.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime