Collateral Management Operations Associate

U.S. Bank

. Support the day-to-day margin and collateral processes of the broker-dealer .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-Level💰 $75,820 - $89,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in margin and collateral operations, including processing margin calls, collateral movements, and performing reconciliations. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for investigating discrepancies and ensuring compliance with internal controls and procedures.

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Margin Call ProcessingCollateral ManagementData ReconciliationSecurities Trade LifecycleExcel Data Analysis

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Hard Skills

Margin Call ProcessingCollateral MovementsData ReconciliationSecurities Financing TransactionsRepo/Reverse RepoTri-Party ActivityFixed Income ProductsData AnalysisAudit Trail MaintenanceProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailAnalytical AbilityWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationCross-Functional Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Collateral Management PlatformsSettlement PlatformsReconciliation Platforms

Industry Keywords

Securities OperationsMiddle OfficeCapital MarketsU.S. Bank PoliciesCode of Ethics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the day-to-day margin and collateral processes of the broker-dealer
Process daily margin calls and collateral movements in accordance with governing agreements, procedures, cutoffs, and internal controls
Monitor collateral positions, eligibility, substitutions, settlements, and exceptions across assigned counterparties and products
Perform daily reconciliations and investigate differences between internal systems, counterparties, custodians, clearing banks, and other relevant records
Research margin disputes and breaks, maintain supporting documentation, and escalate unresolved or material issues
Monitor collateral settlement status and resolve fails and discrepancies with Settlements, counterparties, custodians, and clearing banks
Validate transaction and static data inputs and escalate data-quality issues
Maintain audit trails, checklists, evidence, and procedure adherence
Support management reporting and metrics covering call volumes, disputes, aging, fails, exceptions, and control results
Participate in UAT, process design, automation, platform implementation, and new-business readiness activities
Cross-train across team responsibilities and provide coverage during peak volumes, absences, and business launches
Identify recurring issues and propose process or control improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's degree or equivalent work experience
At least 3 years experience in securities operations, collateral/margin operations, settlements, middle office, or a related capital markets function
Strong attention to detail and analytical ability
Comfort working with high-volume, deadline-driven processes
Ability to investigate breaks, reconcile data, document findings, and escalate issues clearly
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively across Operations, Front Office, Risk, Treasury/Funding, and Technology
Direct experience processing margin calls, collateral movements, repo/reverse repo, tri-party activity, or securities financing transactions
Familiarity with collateral management, clearing, settlement, or reconciliation platforms
Working knowledge of fixed income products and the securities trade lifecycle
Strong Excel and data-analysis skills
Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401(k) contribution and pension