Pacific Life · 1 day ago
Sr. Derivatives Operations Analyst
Newport Beach, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$48.33/hr - $59.07/hr
5+ years expPacific Life is a company focused on providing for loved ones and planning rewarding retirements. They are seeking a highly skilled Sr. Derivatives Operations Analyst to support their growth by providing comprehensive operational coverage for Traders and Portfolio Managers executing financial derivatives.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate with colleagues, custodian banks, external partners, and internal departments including Front Office, Accounting, Audit, Treasury, Compliance, Legal, and Risk Management
Ensure timely settlement of all cash flows related to traded instruments
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of OTC and exchange-traded derivatives including trade execution, clearing, valuation, confirmation, affirmation, reconciliation, and settlement processes
Review and resolve valuation discrepancies within established deadlines
Work effectively both independently and within a team environment to meet strict deadlines and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision
Apply best practices and leverage internal and external insights to enhance products, services, and operational workflows
Qualification
Required
5+ years derivatives experience working in investment operations/middle office role in asset management, hedge fund, or investment banking
Thorough understanding of investment operations, new concepts and regulations and technology being used, including trading workflows and typical systems involved
Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Statutory (STAT) relating to securities investments
Detailed knowledge and experience of providing full operational support to trading and portfolio management across Exchange traded and all Bilateral OTC Derivative instruments
With minimal supervision, able to work with internal and external parties to resolve complex issues
Demonstrated proficiency in performing all responsibilities by following documented processes and procedures, while exhibiting attention to detail and accuracy while showing initiative to help improve or redesign key processes
Advanced research, problem solving, and resolution skills, including familiarity with legal documents and internal files related to securities owned
Preferred
College degree in finance, accounting, or similar discipline, is preferred
Thorough working knowledge of complex security types, including Bilateral OTC (IRS, Cross Currency, Equity TRS, CDS, Options, Forwards), Cleared and Exchange-traded products
Experience and ability to leverage the following systems: Bloomberg, Calypso, MarkitWire, ePam, and TriResolve
Proven history of self-driven process improvements involving IT resources to increase scalability and reduce manual errors/risks
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including ability to work with legal documents and internal files related to securities
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Adoption Assistance Program
Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation
Company
Pacific Life
Pacific Life Insurance is an insurance company that provides life insurance products, annuities, and mutual funds.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (14)
2024 (9)
2023 (16)
2022 (19)
2021 (14)
2020 (17)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.44B2025-09-03Debt Financing· $750M
2025-06-18Debt Financing· $688.57M
Leadership Team
Howard Hirakawa
Senior Vice President and Fund Advisor Operations
Joe Krum
Senior Vice President & Managing Director, Global Institutional Investment Group
Recent News
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