The Derivatives Operations Specialist will serve as a key liaison between the bank’s front office desks worldwide, collaborating cross‑functionally to support the execution of complex international banking operations. The role ensures compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies while facilitating smooth onboarding and financing processes for corporate clients.
The employer is a reputable banking and financial services organisation recognised for its expert solutions in Corporate Finance within wholesale banking, specifically structured finance and corporate lending processes.
Description
The Operations Specialist will be hired as a key liaison between the bank’s front office desks worldwide in cross‑functional collaboration to support the execution of complex international banking operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies while facilitating smooth onboarding and financing processes for corporate clients.
- Client Onboarding: manage customer onboarding process and renewals, validate documentation and corporate capacity, liaise with back offices to ensure adherence to requirements, ensuring timely and accurate setup.
- Coordinate onboarding of operations across multiple business areas (Corporate, Project, Asset, and Structured Trade Finance) and coordinate with multiple stakeholders in the branch and in the office, ensuring timely execution.
- Monitoring signing timelines and funding requirements for complex transactions.
- Handling queries from internal stakeholders and external service providers regarding deal status and system processes.
- Assist customers with requests related to their products with the branch (current accounts, online banking, bilateral lending).
- Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records and documentation in internal systems.
- Prepare documentation for auditors and internal/external inspections.
- Contribute to projects and implementation of new processes.
- Take ownership of existing rules and procedures, support their continuous improvement.
- Assist on the various requests reaching the department.
Profile
- Previously held an Operations role supporting core Derivatives product range
- Strong knowledge of onboarding frameworks – KYC, adhering to SLA, loan documentation requirements
- Strong knowledge of interbank payment systems
- Advanced knowledge of Corporate Finance in wholesale banking
- Familiarity with structured finance and corporate lending processes
- Previous experience on Operational Resilience and Third Party Risk Management will be appreciated
Job Offer
- A competitive salary, fixed element ranging from £56k – 61k per annum
- An additional performance bonus
- A permanent role within a respected organisation in the financial services industry
- City of London location
- Opportunities to work within a collaborative and professional team environment
Take the next step in your career as an Operations Specialist and apply today to join a thriving team in the financial services industry.
Desired Skills and Experience
I am looking for an experienced derivatives operations professional with a strong grounding in banking and financial services, ideally with prior exposure to client onboarding, KYC, and complex transaction support across the derivatives product range. A solid understanding of operational processes, compliance requirements, and interbank/payment systems is key, alongside the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and timelines effectively. Candidates should be highly detail‑oriented, organised and confident working in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment supporting Front Office. Strong communication skills and a proactive, solutions‑focused mindset are essential, as the role involves both day‑to‑day execution and contributing to ongoing process improvement.
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