Operations Specialist

PEAK6

. Provide day-to-day trade reconciliation, correction processing, and client service within the Purchase & Sales department .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeBelfast • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities in trade reconciliation and processing, with a focus on accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements. Proficient in managing client inquiries and collaborating across operations, compliance, and technology teams to enhance trade workflows.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Trade ReconciliationClient Service ManagementAnalytical Problem SolvingSQL ExperienceFinancial Markets Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Trade ValidationSettlement Exception HandlingAccount ReconciliationOperational WorkflowsTrade ProcessingEquitiesFixed IncomeDerivativesSLA ComplianceDocumentation Review

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAttention to DetailAbility to Work IndependentlyClient Relationship ManagementAdaptability in Fast-Paced Environments

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeExcel

Industry Keywords

FINRA RegulationsTrade ExceptionsOperational EnhancementsRegulatory ComplianceClearing Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide day-to-day trade reconciliation, correction processing, and client service within the Purchase & Sales department
Analyze trade postings and reconciliations and review trade exceptions and breaks to determine root cause and resolution path
Work with internal stakeholders and external clients on trade-related inquiries and discrepancies
Perform trade validation, settlement exception handling, operational workflows, account reconciliation, and issue resolution in accordance with SLA requirements and regulatory guidelines
Collaborate with clearing, custody, and client service teams
Provide operational metrics and trade flow updates
Assist with process improvement initiatives
Assist internal and external customers with questions regarding trade postings and corrections
Complete customer inquiries in accordance with SLA guidelines and escalate issues when appropriate
Process and verify daily purchase and sale transactions across equities, fixed income products, and derivatives
Identify and resolve trade discrepancies, out-of-balance conditions, and posting errors
Assist with escalations during option expiration events
Coordinate with counterparties and internal teams to facilitate accurate and timely trade settlement
Review and complete supervisory oversight daily and provide updates to management
Identify documentation and processing irregularities and outline corrective measures
Flag recurring issues and suggest operational enhancements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in related field (or equivalent practical experience) required
3+ years of prior work experience in a similar role
Strong analytical and problem solving abilities
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Basic understanding of financial markets, trade processing, and clearing/custody operations, including equities, fixed income, and derivatives
Exceptional ability to manage client inquiries professionally, meet SLA commitments, and build strong working relationships
Strong attention to accuracy in trade posting, corrections, and reconciliation
Ability to translate complex trade issues into actionable steps for clients and leadership
Ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities and high-volume workloads
Ability to identify irregularities in trade processing and documentation, and propose corrective measures proactively
Comfortable working across Operations, Compliance, and Technology teams
Microsoft Office skills; Excel required
SQL experience is a strong plus
Experience with SQL and/or advanced Excel skills advantageous
Self motivated and able to work independently
Certifications may be required within job role
Familiarity with FINRA regulations and industry standards
Ability to operate in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and internal policies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
28 days of annual leave plus 10 Northern Ireland national holidays
Training and development budget
Pension matched up to 7%
Private health insurance for medical, dental, and optical care
Life insurance
Flexible working hours
Parental leave
Hybrid work schedule with flexibility to partially work from home
Monthly catered lunches
Unlimited drinks and snacks
Hackathon events
Poker tournaments
Charitable matching gift program