216268 Business Analyst (Operations Trade Support)- New York, NY

POSITION: Business Analyst (Operations Trade Support)

FULLTIME/PARTTIME: Full Time

LOCATION: New York NY 28255

SCHEDULE: Mon- Fri 8am- 6pm (onsite training and will change to Hybrid after training finished)

ASSIGNMENT: 09/08/2025 to 09/08/2026 (temp to hire)

PAY RANGE: $50.81 hourly paid weekly.

(Exact compensation may vary based on skills experience and location. Base pay information is based on market location.)

About the Role:
Seeking a detail-oriented and highly motivated Equity Swaps & Derivatives Operations Analyst to join our Global Markets Operations team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of equity markets and trade lifecycle processes with experience supporting complex financial instruments including equity swaps and derivatives. This role offers the opportunity to work across trading sales risk and compliance teams while contributing to operational excellence and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform critical operational functions including equity swaps and derivatives lifecycle management corporate action processing trade allocations amendments and reconciliations.

• Analyze and resolve complex product exceptions requiring special handling or reporting.

• Manage ad hoc requests from trading sales and clients under tight deadlines.

• Collaborate across Global Markets teams (operations trading sales risk credit COOs legal compliance technology) to resolve issues and minimize risk impact.

• Support strategic initiatives and proactively identify process improvement opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce operational risk.

• Maintain trading book instrument and client reference data.

• Partner with global peers to ensure consistent front-to-back support models.

• Provide value-add analysis leveraging an understanding of GBAM business performance drivers.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in finance business economics or a related field.

• High-level knowledge of cash equities equity swaps and/or equity derivatives products.

• General knowledge of operational processing and risk control for equity products.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office Suite.

• Strong attention to detail with a control mindset.

• Ability to multitask work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Intellectual curiosity initiative and the ability to drive tasks to completion.

• Team-oriented with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Prior operations experience in a trade support or middle-office function.

• Familiarity with corporate actions equity lifecycle management and derivatives operations.

• Organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

What We Offer:

• Dynamic and collaborative work environment within a leading global financial institution.

• Opportunities for professional development mentorship and career growth.

• Exposure to a broad range of financial products and global market operations.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May on occasion be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels such as from office equipment.
• The ability to lift up to 30lbs
• Use of computers and technology

Here at Canon Recruiting People are our priority and we are committed to Include Diversity in every segment of who we are. It is only through our Diversity we are made a stronger organization and increase our ability to provide top tier candidates that our clients have come to know Canon for. We have an inclusive environment all employees are celebrated for their unique differences. The different perspectives and experiences of our workforce give us the competitive advantage that is essential for success in an ever-changing market. By promoting inclusion with the same enthusiasm we devote to quality and competency and using the experience from a diverse assortment of backgrounds and experiences Canon is able to improve the services and value we deliver to clients employees and customers. At Canon Diversification and Inclusiveness are much more than a corporate ambition; they are a critical component in our daily corporate life. Canon Recruiting is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Canon Recruiting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age or other legally protected status. The pay range for this position is listed above. Base pay information is based on market location. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our range of benefits may include health care and 401(k) savings plans. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation please email