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We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established client in the Vancouver area, in the investment management space, for a Trade Operations Specialist to join their Operations team.
This is a hands‑on role at the centre of the trade lifecycle, making sure every transaction is booked, settled and reconciled accurately and on time. You will work across several asset classes and with both internal and external partners, so the role offers broader exposure than a typical single-function operations seat. The role is hybrid, with 3 days a week in the office after an initial in‑office onboarding period.
Key Responsibilities
Book, process and settle trades across equities, fixed income and derivatives
Work with portfolio managers and traders after execution to confirm trade details and allocations
Coordinate settlement instructions with brokers, custodians and trust companies so transactions land in the correct accounts
Investigate and resolve trade breaks, failed settlements and other discrepancies
Complete daily reconciliations and support the team’s operational controls
Maintain security master data, including pricing, dividends, corporate actions, interest, MBS paydowns, futures and FX rates
Keep operational records accurate, complete and well organized
Contribute ideas and support for process improvement projects
What You Bring
3-5 years of experience in trade operations, securities settlement or investment operations
Working knowledge of settlement processes for equities, fixed income and derivatives A sharp eye for detail and comfort working with high volumes of numbers where accuracy is critical
Strong Excel skills; Bloomberg experience is an asset
Canadian Securities Course (CSC) is an asset
Explicit, professional communication with internal teams and outside counterparties
Strong organization and a proactive, problem‑solving approach
What's on Offer A stable, well‑established firm with a collaborative team culture
Matched RRSP contributions and extended health benefits from day one
Three weeks of vacation to start
Broad exposure across asset classes and room to grow within operations The chance to make a real impact in a role where precision matters