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Citigroup Global Markets Japan (CGMJ) is seeking a candidate to join its Markets Middle Office organization in our Fixed Income Sales Middle Office team. This role will have close interaction with various businesses, mainly the Tokyo-based Fixed Income Sales which deals with Rates and Spread Products (Derivatives and Bond). Prior Middle Office experience, especially in Rates business is strongly preferred. We are looking for a candidate who is interested in becoming a Middle Office expert, is detail orientated, can communicate well, can work successfully with others as a team, and can take initiative to solve problems & find solutions by working closely with their colleagues, the business and other support and control teams.
Job Responsibility
Ensure correct trade capturing with trade booking checking, Front to Back reconciliation, identifying operational risk, trade preliminary-confirmation and settlement forecasts
Communication with external clients (in Japanese and/or in English language) on preliminary-confirmation and issue/queries raised
Perform reconciliations, investigate breaks, and ensure that all breaks are resolved accurately and in a timely manner
Support new product initiative or regulatory changes impacting Fixed Income Middle Office
Continually seek ways to enhance existing processes and/or develop robust control procedures for any new requirements identified to ensure appropriate processes are in place
Work closely and effectively with immediate team colleagues, the business and other support functions to provide a high standard of support to an active FI business & their client
Timely escalation of issues to Middle Office management
Provide analytical and administrative support to Front Office Sales
Be able to provide guidance to the junior members in the team
Requirements
Product Knowledge: Derivative / Cash Knowledge preferred from at least one asset class (e.g. Rates, Credit)
Communication: Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, presentation) and ability to liaise with large global multi-function departments
English/Japanese Communication: Advanced to fluent verbal and written English level. Fluency in Japanese language, both written and spoken required
Experience: Demonstrated experience in a Middle Office or operations role
Organization: Strong organization and multi-tasking skills. Flexibility to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities along with a desire to work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines
Analytical: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to research an issue across sources to identify plans to deliver. A high level of attention to detail. An ability to pick up and learn systems, trade flows and concepts quickly
Interpersonal: Excellent interpersonal skills to develop relationships both internally and externally to collaborate effectively. Ability to Lead and influence multiple individuals who do not directly work for you. An ability to work harmoniously with various teams and people from diverse backgrounds and nationalities
Technical Skills: Advanced knowledge of Excel preferred
Preferred: JSDA Registered Representative (Internal Control Manager or Class I preferred)
Education: Undergraduate degree level
Work Experience: Middle Office experience is strongly preferred