Senior Operations Analyst – Asset & Securities Transfer

at  Cognizant

SENIOR OPERATIONS ANALYST – ASSET & SECURITIES TRANSFER (ZURICH, SWITZERLAND)

Do you have extensive operations experience in Wealth Management and expertise in Asset & Securities Transfer? Are you looking for a new challenge in Zurich? Cognizant is expanding its team and seeking flexible, full-time Senior Operations Analysts in Wealth Management. This hybrid banking and financial services role comes with an attractive salary and benefits package.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Extensive experience in securities settlements, including capturing, instructing, and monitoring orders.
• In-depth understanding of securities markets and custodian bank functions.
• Expertise in SWIFT messaging, specifically MT54x settlement instructions.
• Strong knowledge of Equities and Fixed Income products with processing knowledge of confirmations and settlements.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Basic German and fluent English proficiency.
  Join Cognizant and elevate your career to new heights. Apply now to be part of a dynamic team driving innovation in Wealth Management operations

• Lead the execution of cross-border merger strategies from old entity to new entity for a leading bank.
• Oversee and manage Investment Banking and Wealth Management products, focusing on Securities, Corporate Actions, Custody Services, Hedge Funds, Investment Reporting, Foreign Exchange, Collateral, and Data Management.
• Ensure securities portfolios are transferred between financial institutions worldwide.
• Guarantee timely settlement of client transactions in global markets.
• Capture, instruct, and monitor securities settlement orders.
• Collaborate with custodians to ensure smooth settlement processes.
• Mentor and guide junior analysts, ensuring adherence to best practices and high performance.