Officer, Global Markets Operations at Standard Bank… · Nairobi

Company Description

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

Job Description

The Officer GMO will provide operational support to the Team Leader and Manager Treasury Operations, focusing on transaction execution and operational risk management within the Treasury back-office unit supporting Kenya and South Sudan. The role is pivotal in ensuring accurate and timely settlement of financial market transactions, strict adherence to regulatory and internal controls, and efficient process execution. The position involves managing exception item reconciliations, executing deal confirmations with precision, maintaining comprehensive documentation for audit and compliance, and overseeing timely regulatory reporting in alignment with statutory and internal requirements.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: First Degree

Experience Required

2-3 years

• 2 - 3 years banking experience with at least one year in Global Markets Operations
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle complex customer queries.
• Exceptional Teamwork and Stakeholder Engagement Skills
• Strong Understanding of Financial Instruments and Settlement Processes
• Basic Accounting Proficiency
• Excel- Advanced level

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Checking Things
• Following Procedures
• Interacting with People
• Interpreting Data
• Team Working

Technical Competencies:

• Trade Processing & Confirmation
• Risk Control & Compliance Monitoring
• International Market Knowledge
• Settlement & Payment Operations
• Local Market Knowledge
• Technology Proficiency
• Financial Instruments Knowledge