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Manulife

7d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
    Banking & Finance
  • Quezon City
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor’s degree, 4 years of experience, teamwork skills, knowledge of securities and trade processes, strong analytical abilities, excellent communication, and adaptability.
  • You will manage trade operations, resolve queries, mitigate risks, report on trades and cash, enhance processes, communicate updates, and assist with projects and solutions.

Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics or any related business-related course. Undergraduates are welcome to apply.
  • •Minimum 4 years related work experience
  • •Team player
  • •Knowledge in securities instruments, operational processes and trade life cycle
  • •Good analytical and diagnostic skills with knowledge and understanding of process design.
  • •Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with strong comprehension and confidence
  • •Strong investment, markets and trades knowledge
  • •Proactive and willing to thrive in a highly critical function.
  • •Demonstrates strong flexibility in the face of ambiguous situations, shifting demands, and challenging work environments.
  • •Uses diplomacy and tact to resolve difficult situations. Escalates serious issues to the Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Perform day to day operations for Trade Support, Trade Matching, Trade Settlement and Cash Management functions.
  • Communicate, investigate and resolve trade and cash queries and issues raised by Front Office (Portfolio Managers/Traders) Brokers, Custodians, and Internal Investment teams.
  • Actively manages risks related to trades and cash to avoid failed settlement.
  • Perform periodic trade and cash reporting for Onshore counterparts.
  • Improve business processes and controls to mitigate operational risks.
  • Effectively communicate significant production updates and challenges to Manager in a timely manner.
  • Drive process improvements and collaborate with technology partners for data enhancements.
  • Provide assistance on projects – to meet Management requirements by doing research, identifying needs, and developing/implementing solutions.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Trade Management Specialist?

The main responsibilities include performing day-to-day operations for Trade Support, Trade Matching, Trade Settlement, and Cash Management functions, resolving trade and cash queries, managing risks related to trades and cash, and driving process improvements.

Is prior experience required for this position?

Yes, a minimum of 4 years of related work experience is required for this position.

What qualifications are needed to apply for this role?

A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or any related business-related course is needed. Undergraduates are also welcome to apply.

What skills are essential for this job?

Essential skills include strong analytical and diagnostic skills, excellent communication skills, knowledge of securities instruments and operational processes, and the ability to thrive in a critical function.

How does the company view diversity in hiring?

Manulife/John Hancock embraces diversity and strives to attract, develop, and retain a diverse workforce, fostering an inclusive work environment that supports individuals from various backgrounds.

What is the work arrangement for this position?

The work arrangement for this position is hybrid.

What kind of projects will the Trade Management Specialist assist with?

The Trade Management Specialist will assist with projects that support Management requirements by conducting research, identifying needs, and developing/implementing solutions.

Who do I contact if I need a reasonable accommodation during the application process?

You can contact a Human Resources representative by emailing recruitment@manulife.com to request a reasonable accommodation during the application process.

Are there opportunities for process improvement in this role?

Yes, the role includes responsibilities to drive process improvements and collaborate with technology partners for data enhancements.

What is the company’s approach to operational risks?

The company emphasizes improving business processes and controls to mitigate operational risks related to trades and cash.

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Manulife

Finance
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Manulife is a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. With our global headquarters in Toronto, we operate as Manulife across our offices in Canada, Asia, and Europe, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States. We have more than 40,000 employees, over 116,000 agents serving ~34 million customers worldwide, and over $1.3 trillion in assets under management and administration.