Middle Office - Client and Transaction Services Officer

Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Client and Transaction Services Officer to support trade processing, corporate actions, and asset transfer activities. This role serves as a critical link between front office and operations teams to ensure accurate and timely execution of investment transactions and related processes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Trade Processing & Validation:

• Coordinate with internal teams for trade confirmations and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Validate and error-correct trade orders in our wealth system, ensuring accuracy in pricing, fees, and settlement details

2. Corporate Actions Management:

• Monitor and communicate upcoming corporate actions to Front Office.
• Provide clear guidance and client-friendly communication on action options and deadlines.
• Liaise with Operations to ensure timely client responses and accurate execution.

3. Asset Transfers & Settlement Coordination:

• Facilitate asset transfers by coordinating settlement instructions with counterparties.
• Maintain and update standard settlement instructions (SSI) for operational efficiency.

4. Independent Transaction Checks:

• Perform independent verification of investment product transactions to ensure accuracy and adherence to internal policies.

Qualifications:

• Experience in middle office, trade operations, or securities processing within private banking or asset management.
• Strong understanding of financial instruments (bonds, equities, mutual funds and corporate actions).
• Proficiency in wealth management systems (Avaloq System experience is a plus).
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and coordination skills.