Futures Clearing - Operations at Mizuho Americas Services LLC

Posted in General Business about 5 hours ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: Chicago, Illinois





Job Description:

Futures Division clears 30 Exchange globally and reconciles over 70+ balancing sheets. Clearing team is responsible for managing all clients and executing brokers cleared trades and requires a strong and motivated Director with in-depth understanding and a subject matter expert on Clearing processes.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure all trades are cleared, allocated and booked correctly in client account on trade date

  • Liaise with Exchanges, carry broker s and clients on trade issues & ensure prompt resolution

  • Master firms' back-office systems and middleware viz GMI, LISA, DUCO , RPA etc.

  • Assist Clearing manager to lead and manage projects, drive automation and streamline Clearing processes including new business initiatives on top of daily operational activities

  • Provide guidance and assistance to team members and help them resolve issues which require clear and in depth understanding of the process

  • Keeps abreast of the latest industry and regulatory developments including p romp t replies to Exchange , R egulators and Auditors.

  • Work closely with Operations team & other Departments viz Front Office, Compliance, Risk etc.

  • Cover 12 - 8 pm shift to ensure seamless end of day processing

  • Flexible to work on US Holiday on rotational basis

Qualifications/Skills

  • 5-8 years of relevant experience including working knowledge of GMI , LISA & DUCO

  • Firm understanding of Futures & Options trade life cycle and expertise in break resolution

  • Well-developed management skills and relevant experience managing operational functions

  • Proficiency in Excel, Word , and Outlook

  • Excellent follow-through and attention to detail.

  • Dynamic & proactive team player with the ability to identify process inefficiencies to improve capacity , efficiency, and control.

  • Self-starter with a proven ability to take initiative.

  • Team-oriented with strong integrity and professionalism.

  • Proper escalation of issues.

  • Strong time management skills are required to meet time critical deadlines and priorities.

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills; notably the ability to clearly articulate issues and influence resolut ion.

  • Have a growth mindset

The expected base salary ranges from $145,000- $175,000 Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.





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