Settlements Operations Specialist – Vice President

Nomura

. Support Global Markets trading activity across Fixed Income, Equities, Futures, and Options across securities and derivative products .

Posted 10/4/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesLead💰 $145,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Settlements Operations within Financial Services, with a strong understanding of DTCC Settlements and familiarity with Written Supervisory Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, and Detailed Functional Lists. Proficient in managing multiple responsibilities while ensuring effective communication and collaboration in both office and remote environments.

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Settlements Operations ExperienceDTCC Settlements KnowledgeProficiency in MS OfficeSeries 99 CertificationProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Settlements OperationsDTCC SettlementsBroadridge BPSImpactGloss HVWritten Supervisory ProceduresStandard Operating ProceduresDetailed Functional ListsFinancial AnalysisRisk Management

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationAnalytical SkillsTime ManagementMotivated Learner

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeExcelInternal ApplicationsIndustry Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Series 99

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesFixed IncomeEquitiesFuturesOptionsSecuritiesDerivative ProductsAsset Servicing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Global Markets trading activity across Fixed Income, Equities, Futures, and Options across securities and derivative products
Work closely with and support businesses bringing new securities to market
Partner with corporate functions to ensure new issues settle on value date
Ensure asset servicing of securities occurs as needed
Manage multiple responsibilities while understanding the relationship between daily processes, business operations, and risk

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of experience in a Settlements Operations role within Financial Services
Strong knowledge of DTCC Settlements is a plus
Experience with Broadridge BPS, Impact, Gloss HV, or similar is helpful
Familiarity with Written Supervisory Procedures (WSP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and Detailed Functional Lists (DLF) is required
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, or related degree
Motivated, diligent learner able to work in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel, and able to quickly learn internal and industry applications
Ability to work effectively in a team environment both in office and in remote scenarios
Series 99 preferred or ability to obtain shortly after joining
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities
Understanding of the impact of daily processes/procedures on the business and risk
Effective verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Aon’s Benefit Index®-ranked benefits
Sign-on bonus
Restricted stock units
Discretionary awards
Medical benefits
Financial benefits
401(k) eligibility
Paid vacation
Paid sick time
Paid parental leave