Treasury & Financial Markets Associate in London

Reference: Job ID: Posted: Closing date: Location: LondonSalary: Competitive, DOE (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Banking & Financial Services / Tax and TreasuryCompany: HaysConsultant: Hannah SchoombieHays office: London-City — 5th Floor, 107 Cheapside,Phone: Email: new companyOur client is an established Financial Markets business with a strong presence across Europe and a collaborative, close-knit culture. Following the retirement of a long-serving team member who spent more than 30 years within the organisation, they are seeking a Treasury & Financial Markets Associate to join their London office.Reporting directly to the Head of Treasury, you'll join a highly collaborative front-office team and work closely with colleagues across Treasury, Trading, Operations and Compliance. The team places significant value on attitude, reliability and a willingness to learn. Technical knowledge can be developed over time, but the right individual will be someone who enjoys building long-term relationships and contributing to a collaborative team environment.Your new roleAs a Treasury & Financial Markets Associate, you will support an established portfolio of corporate and institutional clients across treasury and financial markets products, with a particular focus on foreign exchange execution, funding and liquidity activities.This is not a traditional business development role. Instead, you will focus on maintaining client relationships, facilitating transactions and delivering a high standard of service to an existing client base.Key responsibilities will include:Managing and supporting relationships with corporate and institutional clients.Acting as a key point of contact for client queries and transaction requests.Facilitating and coordinating FX transactions, including spot, forward and swap activity.Working closely with Treasury and Trading teams to execute client transactions and funding requirements.Supporting client funding, investment and risk management activities.Assisting with liquidity and funding management initiatives.Coordinating client onboarding activity and liaising with Compliance and KYC teams.Working closely with internal stakeholders across Treasury, Trading, Operations, Risk and Compliance.Maintaining awareness of regulatory, risk and compliance requirements.Supporting process improvements and the efficient day-to-day operation of the team.What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will have at least 1 year's relevant experience within Treasury, Financial Markets, Corporate Banking, Banking, Cash Management or a similar financial services environment.You will also possess:Strong communication and relationship management skills.Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.Strong numerical and analytical skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.A proactive, team-oriented approach and a willingness to learn.Knowledge of treasury-related products would be highly beneficial, including:Cash and liquidity management.Funding and deposits.Money market products.FX products, including spot, forwards and swaps.Treasury risk management concepts.Interest rate products.Corporate treasury activities and bank relationship management.A degree in Finance, Economics, or a related discipline would be advantageous.What you'll get in returnOpportunity to build a long-term career within a highly collaborative Financial Markets and Treasury environment.Competitive salary, with flexibility for the right candidate.Hybrid working arrangement.Direct exposure to senior leadershipA supportive and collaborative team environment.Long-term career development within a stable and highly regarded Financial Markets business.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this opportunity, click "Apply Now" to submit your application, or contact us for a confidential discussion about the role and your career aspirations.If this role isn't quite right for you, but you're considering a move within Treasury, please get in touch for a confidential conversation about other opportunities. # - Hannah Schoombie