Operations Intermediate Specialist, Trade Management

At BBH we value diverse backgrounds, so if your experience looks a little different from what we've outlined and you think you can bring value to the role, we will still welcome your application!

What You Can Expect At BBH:

If you join BBH you will find a collaborative environment that enables you to step outside your role to add value wherever you can. You will have direct access to clients, information and experts across all business areas around the world. BBH will provide you with opportunities to grow your expertise, take on new challenges, and reinvent yourself-without leaving the firm. We encourage a culture of inclusion that values each employee's unique perspective. We provide a high-quality benefits program emphasizing good health, financial security, and peace of mind. Ultimately we want you to have rewarding work with the flexibility to enjoy personal and family experiences at every career stage. Our BBH Cares program offers volunteer opportunities to give back to your community and help transform the lives of others.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Operations Intermediate Specialist Trade Management is responsible for performing more highly specialized operational securities processing activities in support of the firm's business lines. These specialists are the Subject Matter Experts related to processing activities such as; instruction receipt, authentication and routing, entry instruction and verification, processing and recording and reporting and reconciliation. As a Subject Matter Expert they are expected to assist team members as needed for processing expertise and back-up. They will also assist Management in the resolution of issues. The Operations Specialist III must have the ability to identify market related issues on instructions ( missing or conflicting requirements ) and communicate these issues along with expected resolution directly to clients. The Specialist should also identify trends that will aid in the increased STP for both the Division as well as the Client , adding to the overall Client Experience.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1.Transaction Processing

• Processing of complex and client specific instructions
• Entry of all client trades sent to BBH which may be STP, automated but needing repair, or fully manual (rekey)
• Authenticates, confirms, and distributes all Faxed trades received into the Bank
• Perform various edit checks on all electronic trades. Those trades with missing, incomplete, inconsistent or poorly formatted data are sent to repair for research and resolution
• Re-key - Faxed trade tickets are entered into GTPS * Processing of complex and client specific instructions
• Verify ( dual controls ) information prior to release to other areas of the firm as well as release to market
• Assist in management of daily volume
• Escalate known or potential issues to management
• Help ensure all deadlines and requirements are being met * Assist team members and supervisors with daily tasks as Subject Matter Expert

2. Conflict Resolution

• Resolve transaction related problems using established procedures or client documentation and available systems
• Analyze trends and provide feedback on instruction content and format as related to market requirements/standards
• Ensure timely response to internal and external requests

3. Communication

• Ability to clearly and professionally communicate instruction related issues to clients
• Communicate expected resolution ( where applicable ) based on market knowledge
• Provide superior client service
• Work proactively with clients and internal areas to improve instruction and process flow

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• BS/BA degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 2 Year Custody/Operations experience

Knowledge and skills (general and technical)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• An aptitude for thorough analytical and problem resolution
• Self starter, proactive and objective oriented
• Ability to execute tasks with little direction, and plan time effectively to meet deadlines
• Ability to multitask and deal with competing priorities
• Ability to identify, analyze, resolve and when needed escalate a problem
• Knowledge of one or more product areas within the Firm
• Aligns and works towards all department Goals

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state or local law.