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RisCura · 2 months ago

Trade & Rebalancing Analyst

RisCura is a financial services company seeking a Trade & Rebalancing Analyst. The role involves preparing and monitoring trades, collaborating with the Portfolio Management Team, and ensuring client portfolios are effectively managed.

Financial Services

Responsibilities

Responsible for preparation and monitoring trades and activities related to changes to client portfolios under the monitoring of an approved FAIS compliant representative out of FAIS Supervision
Work closely with the Portfolio Management Team, the Invest Operations teams and other stakeholders involved in effecting changes to client portfolios
Accountable for reviewing portfolios and addressing queries related to changes of funds
Under the guidance of an approved FAIS representative who is out of supervision, accurately execute trade instructions to effect changes to client portfolios, as instructed by clients and the Portfolio Management Team, including: Preparing and submitting derivative trading instructions to the derivatives agent and following up for trade confirmations
Preparing and submitting CIS trading instructions to internal and external administrators
Work closely with the Portfolio Management Team to manage derivative rolls and ensure that no trades or rolls are missed
Perform pre-trade analysis for larger flows and provide instructions to be carried out by the Administration Team
Perform post-trade reviews on trade instructions and complex trade plans
Work closely with the Administration Team to guide them on instructions required for portfolio changes such as rebalances, and drawdowns
Assist in the onboarding of clients to new derivative contracts and new products, in collaboration with the Portfolio Management Team and the Operations teams
Provide feedback on the completion of executed trades to the Portfolio Management Team
Review portfolios regularly to ensure that they are aligned to their target positions. Attend review meetings to address any queries related to changes on the portfolios
Prepare and/or review reporting on trade and rebalancing activities including: Maintaining trade history log, Updating performance data, Analysing performance data
Review and approve daily valuation and pricing files for derivative instruments as prepared by the Administration Team
Assist with trades for transition management clients, including: Drafting instructions for execution of a transition, Preparing files and trading on behalf of clients, Matching trades and preparing pre-and post-trading reports
Build and maintain relationships with brokers, internal teams and other stakeholders
Support internal improvement initiatives within the Invest department to ensure continuous business improvement
Assist more senior members of the team with maintaining process documents for the Trade and Rebalancing function
Participate in internal projects
Perform user acceptance testing of enhancements and change requests on systems and applications used by the team as required

Qualification

Financial markets knowledgeAnalytical skillsProblem solvingTrade executionPortfolio managementCommunication skillsTeam collaborationAttention to detailAdaptabilitySelf-driven

Required

Bachelor's Degree, preference to B.Com, B.Business Science, B. Science
Will be required to be FAIS compliant therefore qualification will need to be approved by the FSCA for FAIS
1 – 2 years' experience in financial services advantageous
Knowledge of domestic and international financial markets including forex and derivatives trading
Analytical and able to absorb large sets of data
Accuracy and attention to detail
Communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing
Ability to function positively under pressure, plan for and meet deadlines
Manage own priorities and collaborate successfully with others as part of a team
Use initiative, be pro-active and with problem solving abilities
Easily adapt to changes in the business environment
Think in a structured way
Quick learner
Problem solving / solutions focused ability and mindset
Self-driven, determined and motivated
Professionalism in all interactions
Positive attitude to learning, growing and getting things done
Liaising with Asset Managers and other investment service providers

Company

RisCura

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RisCura provides investment advisory and implementation services to pensioners, savers, medical fund members, and others.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
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