Derivatives Confirmations Specialist

Our client, a leading global financial institution is seeking a Derivatives Operations Analyst to join its OTC Portfolio Operations & Confirmations team. This role sits within a fast-paced environment supporting a broad range of derivative products across multiple asset classes and requires strong attention to detail, communication skills, and operational expertise.

Key Responsibilities

OTC Derivatives Operations

• Draft, review, and execute trade confirmations across asset classes including Rates, Equities, FX, and Commodities
• Validate and reconcile inbound trade documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Partner with internal stakeholders including Trading, Sales, Legal, and Operations to resolve discrepancies and ensure timely confirmations
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, handling trade-related inquiries and confirmation disputes
• Support structured transaction workflows in collaboration with legal and front office teams
• Maintain adherence to internal controls, regulatory requirements, and operational best practices

Operations & Process Support

• Assist with onboarding activities for new derivatives clients
• Contribute to daily operational workflows and process improvements within the confirmations team
• Support management on ad hoc initiatives and special projects

Required Experience & Skills

• 2–5 years of experience within derivatives operations, confirmations, or OTC products
• Strong understanding of confirmation drafting and lifecycle processes
• Experience working with ISDA documentation and definitions across one or more asset classes is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact with senior stakeholders
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Familiarity with trade capture or derivatives processing systems