Securities Transfer Specialists (A)

For our client, a renowned bank based in Zurich, we are seeking a skilled Securities Transfer Specialist to join their team.

WORKLOAD

100%

WORKPLACE

Zurich / Remote (only from Switzerland)

START DATE

01.11.2026

END DATE

31.10.2027

REFERENCE

4061

TYPE

Contracting

Please note that due to applicable Swiss legislation, we can only consider applications from Swiss citizens, EU citizens, and individuals with a valid work permit.

Remote work from abroad is not possible.

Tasks

  • Process, instruct, and monitor global free-of-payment (FOP) securities transfers involving equities, bonds, and standard investment funds
  • Investigate and exchange settlementrelated information with counterparties via email
  • Issue settlement instructions to domestic and international custodians/central securities depositories using SWIFT MT540/542 messages and other communication channels
  • Monitor outstanding transactions and proactively resolve pending cases, discrepancies, and settlement issues
  • Handle and respond to inquiries and claims from counterparties, custodians, and internal stakeholders
  • Independently investigate and resolve settlement discrepancies, including position breaks, transaction taxes, and fees, as well as related booking and reconciliation activities
  • Manage the team's shared mailbox and telephone hotline, including responding to inquiries and distributing work assignments as appropriate
Requirements
  • Detailed knowledge of securities settlement and post-trade operations, including mandatory expertise in SWIFT 54x message types (MT540, MT541, MT542, MT543)
  •  Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
  • Experience with SIS Portal, BBH Infuse, and Clearstream Xact (CBL Xact) is advantageous
  • Fluency in English; basic German language skills are a plus
Soft Skills
  • Strong team player with a collaborative mindset
  • Excellent analytical thinking and the ability to connect the dots, understand interdependencies, and see the bigger picture
  • Curious, proactive, and eager to learn and develop new skills
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