Trade Closing Analyst

About our client: Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture and performance. What you will be doing: Daily review and upkeep of trade data in firm systems. Timely and accurate identification and resolution of breaks, coordinating with internal teams and external parties (vendors, administrators, custodians, agents). Responsibility for LMA Par/Distressed and Bond Settlements; managing the trade lifecycle (confirms, transfer certificates, pricing letters). Daily review and resolution of trade date position exceptions; working with Fund Accountants to prioritise trade settlements. Report on aged unsettled trades, unallocated trades, and short positions with commentary for management review. Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and vendors. Elect and process Amendments and Corporate Actions; drive initiatives for process improvement and enhanced performance. Working within a high-performance culture of continual improvement, with a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I). What our client is looking for: 1-3 years of experience in fixed income middle office, specifically within asset management, investment, or banking. Technical knowledge of LMA/LSTA Par and Distressed Documentation, Bond settlements, and corporate bond processing. Proficiency in industry-standard systems including WSO (Wall Street Office), ClearPar, and corporate action processing via LendAmend. Proven ability to deliver results in high-pressure environments while collaborating directly with traders and portfolio managers. Exceptional attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills, with a focus on critical thinking and intellectual curiosity. Strong communication and interpersonal skills used to establish and maintain internal and external relationships. Highly motivated self-starter with an ambitious "go-getter" attitude and a career-driven mindset. A "change mindset" focused on continuous improvement, innovation, and proactive engagement with new challenges. Superior organization and time management skills to handle complex corporate action elections and deadline-driven tasks. A collaborative team player who thrives in a result-oriented and fast-paced professional setting. Job ID: J107079 For a more comprehensive list of opportunities that we have on offer, do visit our website - https://www.parvana.co.uk/careers Requirements Trade Closing, Investment Advisory, Trade Settlements, LMA/LSTA, Bond Settlements, WSO, Clear Par, Corporate Actions, Process Improvement, Analytical Skills, Change Mindset, Deadline-Driven