What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Trade Operations Specialist position at CSC?
Title: Associate I/ Associate II
Location- Bangalore
Work Mode- Hybrid
Shift- US Shift
Introduction:
CSC is an industry leader and a trusted partner to many of the world’s most successful organizations. Our success is built on trust, tenacity, passion, and a commitment to customer service. We work as a team. We always find a way. We are never complacent. We believe that at CSC, relationships come first. Our knowledge of our clients’ businesses, our thorough approach, and our undivided attention to our clients’ needs are what drive our commitment to their success. We treat each client’s business as our own, taking pride and care in everything we do—becoming a true extension of their team. People choose CSC because we are encouraged and empowered to take the initiative to solve problems, build relationships, and collaborate with team members to ensure we make a difference for the people we serve. If you’ve worked in the retail, hospitality, or restaurant industries, you know what it takes to keep customers happy and satisfied. The skills developed in those settings can be easily transferred to make a difference in CSC’s professional business-to-business environment as a Trade Operations Specialist.
Some of the things you’ll be doing:
Trade Lifecycle Management
- Ensure accurate trade capture in OMS/EMS systems for all executed trades
- Monitor trade allocations and confirm accuracy with portfolio managers and traders
- Manage trade confirmations and resolve discrepancies with brokers and counterparties
- Oversee settlement processes across multiple asset classes
Reconciliation & Controls
- Perform daily cash and position reconciliations with prime brokers and custodians
- Investigate and resolve breaks in a timely manner
- Support NAV validation and P&L verification processes
- Maintain strong internal controls to minimize operational risk
Prime Broker & Counterparty Management
- Act as primary point of contact for prime brokers and custodians
- Coordinate account openings and documentation
- Manage corporate actions, dividends, and interest processing
- Monitor margin and collateral requirements
Reporting & Regulatory Support
- Assist in regulatory reporting requirements (e.g., Form PF, AIFMD, EMIR, etc.)
- Support audit requests and investor reporting
- Maintain accurate records of trade documentation
Process Improvement
- Identify and implement operational efficiencies
- Support system upgrades, testing, and automation initiatives
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Asset Class Coverage (May Include)
- Equities (Long/Short)
- Fixed Income
- FX
- Listed and OTC derivatives
- Structured products
- Swaps
- ABS - Asset Back Securities
What technical skills, experience, and qualifications do you need?
- Any graduate with Experience 1-3 years
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Flexibility and adaptability.
- Trade operations / middle office at hedge funds or asset managers
- Investment banks (operations, product control, middle office)
- Prime brokerage exposure