Operations Analyst at Santander

Boadilla del Monte, Community of Madrid, Spain

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Banking, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • 3+ years of relevant experience
  • Post-secondary degree in related field (business administration or similar)
  • Fixed income and equities product knowledge
  • Experience in the Financial Services environment
  • Knowledge of equities and fixed income settlement and settlement/currency deadlines
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication skills (verbal & written)
  • Ability to work in a structured, high volume, time sensitive, high risk, and demanding environment
  • Risk management mindset
  • Good problem solver, results oriented
  • Collaboration & team skills, with focus on cross-group collaboration
  • PC skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Prioritization skills
  • Knowledge of risk and regulatory requirements of the business
  • Detail oriented, ambitious, likes to understand things
  • Spoken and written English
  • Availability for late shift (16:00 to 00:00 hrs) in Ciudad Financiera (Boadilla del Monte), Spain

Responsibilities

  • Management and timely settlement of security trades (Fixed Income and Equities)
  • Identify, analyze, and resolve issues/problems throughout trade life cycle in a timely manner
  • Deal with clients directly to resolve trade issues and/or escalate as required
  • Provide support and deliver operational processes to ensure timely and accurate processing of securities and trade transactions booked correctly in systems for clean downstream settlement
  • Act as subject matter expert and participate in development and successful implementation of systems, processes, and relevant project changes for Securities Ops group
  • Accountable for department’s identification, assessment, monitoring, and control of risk issues including knowledge transfer
  • Analyze and close gaps in implementing process/procedure changes in Securities Settlements Ops team
  • Identify and implement internal and external best practices, leveraging technology for efficiencies and continuous improvements in process delivery
  • Participate/lead process/system continuous improvement initiatives
  • Broader work or accountabilities as needed

Skills

Securities Settlement
Fixed Income
Equities
Trade Lifecycle
Issue Resolution
Client Communication

Santander

Provides banking, investment, and insurance services

About Santander

Santander Bank provides a variety of financial services to individuals, small businesses, and large corporations in the United States. Its offerings include savings and checking accounts, loans, credit cards, and investment products. The bank also has specialized services through Santander Investment Services and insurance products via Santander Securities LLC. Santander stands out from its competitors by focusing on community growth, committing $13.6 billion to support initiatives like the 'Cultivate Small Business' program, which aids early-stage entrepreneurs, especially from underrepresented groups. The bank generates revenue through interest on loans, service fees, and commissions, while promoting responsible banking practices and financial education. Santander's goal is to empower individuals and businesses, enhance community prosperity, and provide comprehensive financial solutions.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1902Year Founded
$75MTotal Funding
POST_IPO_DEBTCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision
401k
Flexible PTO
Parental & sick leave
Discounts: technology, travel, auto, fitness, & tuition

Risks

ISO 20022 transition may challenge smaller business partners.
'Quishing' attacks pose a growing threat to consumer security.
Openbank faces competition in the U.S. high-yield savings market.

Differentiation

Santander's Openbank offers a 5.00% APY high-yield savings account nationwide.
The bank's Inclusive Communities Plan pledges $13.6 billion for community initiatives.
Santander's ISO 20022 adoption enhances operational efficiency and data management.

Upsides

Openbank's high-yield savings account attracts more U.S. customers.
Santander's renewable energy financing highlights commitment to sustainable investments.
Proactive cybersecurity measures enhance customer trust and protect digital assets.

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