At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead trading activities and ensure compliance in the exciting world of digital assets.
- Company: Fast-growing fintech firm at the forefront of institutional tokenisation services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Ideal for self-starters looking to thrive in a start-up culture.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in the fintech industry.
- Qualifications: 4-8 years in finance with strong market knowledge and relationship management skills.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
An innovative, fast-growing fintech/advisory firm is seeking a Trade and Settlement Director to specialise in institutional tokenisation services. This role offers the opportunity to lead and manage trading activities within their digital assets vertical, ensuring best execution practices, regulatory compliance, and exceptional service for institutional and corporate clients.
As Trade and Settlement Director, you will oversee multi-asset trade execution, tokenization vault reconciliation, and post-trade operations. You will act as the primary trading point of contact for institutional clients and drive automation by collaborating closely with our engineering teams.
Core Responsibilities- Execution & Reporting: Manage trade execution across fixed-income products (treasuries, commercial paper, funds, and ETFs). Ensure best execution, monitor market conditions, and oversee settlement reporting.
- Compliance & Governance: Embed regulatory requirements into daily trading workflows, manage transaction reporting, and support internal/external audit processes.
- Client & Counterparty Relations: Act as the trusted trading contact for institutional clients, manage trade instructions, and maintain strong relationships with brokers and liquidity providers.
- Tech & Platform Optimization: Collaborate with the Technology Team to streamline processes, automate workflows, and integrate new trading venues or data feeds.
- Risk Management: Maintain robust operational controls to minimize execution risk, monitor anomalies, and manage backup trading procedures.
Who We Are Looking For
- Background: 4-8 years experience working at an institutional investor or bank within a back- or middle-office function.
- Market Knowledge: A solid, working knowledge of Fixed Income markets alongside a deep understanding of trading and settlements.
- Relationship Management: Experience managing key relationships with institutional counterparties.
- Mindset: A self-motivated, entrepreneurial self-starter who excels in a dynamic start-up culture.
- Education: A STEM degree is preferred, but not strictly required.
Trade & Settlements employer: RCQ Associates - Financial Markets Specialists
Join an innovative fintech/advisory firm that champions a dynamic and collaborative work culture, where your expertise in trade execution and settlements will be valued and nurtured. With a focus on employee growth, we offer opportunities for professional development and the chance to lead cutting-edge projects in the digital assets space. Located in a vibrant area, our firm provides a unique environment that fosters creativity and innovation, making it an excellent place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
RCQ Associates - Financial Markets Specialists Recruitment Team
