Job Description

Over-The-Counter Derivative Pricing - Lead Representative (Supervisor)

Do you excel in a fast-paced environment? Do you have a passion for problem solving and an eye for detail? Bank of New York Mellon are currently searching for a Lead Representative to join our Dublin OTC Derivative Valuations team which sits at the core of the Middle Office department.

About You

• 3+ years of experience in the funds industry, preferably in a quantitative finance/pricing role.
• Prior experience mentoring/signing off the work of other team members is preferable but not essential.
• A working knowledge of OTC instruments preferable.
• Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in high-pressure environment.
• Dependability, flexibility, and the ability to lead by example.
• Excellent analytical, organisational and time management skills.
  
  

Who We Are

For over 235 years, BNY Mellon has been at the centre of the global financial industry, providing the world’s leading institutions the tools, capabilities, and services to be distinctive investors. With a dedicated business presence in 35 countries over six continents, BNY Mellon delivers global scale at the local level. Our organisational culture stands on solid values – Integrity, Strength in Diversity, Passion for Excellence and Courage to Lead.

What We Do

OTC Derivative Valuations is a global team that supports several functions across numerous business lines. We are responsible for valuing Over-The-Counter derivative assets (including credit derivatives; interest rate swaps and FX/equity options) for inclusion in the NAV production process for mutual and hedge fund accounting teams globally and driving margin calls as part of our collateral management business.

The OTC Derivative Valuations Team Is Required To

• Complete the daily pricing of OTC assets and price exception validation for a variety of clients within a tight, deadline driven environment.
• Ensure an excellent service standard, maintain a flow of communication, build relationships, and continuously manage workflow with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the take-on of new clients and onboarding of new business for existing clients.
  
  

We are a centre of excellence in the OTC Derivative space. Working within the team will provide an opportunity to gain experience across a range of functions, while benefitting from exposure to the wider NAV production process.

With a diverse team of over 80 team members across the US, Ireland, Poland, India and Singapore, the group continues to grow as we take on new business and additional responsibilities. Working with global clients in constantly changing market conditions, each day brings unique challenges and opportunities!

Your Role

Within the OTC Derivatives Valuations team, the Lead Representative plays a pivotal role in the daily functions of the team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the day-to-day workflows of the OTC Pricing Dublin Team.
• Reviewing daily and monthly OTC asset pricing - ensuring staff complete tasks as per agreed guidelines and procedures. Applying your problem-solving ability to ensure valuation breaks/pricing exceptions are accurately resolved and ensuring outstanding issues.
• Assisting with issues experienced by junior staff members on pricing issues and handling internal team/external client queries.
• Acting as a primary contact for the OTC Valuations team when dealing with internal/external stakeholders to test new assets and launch new clients and portfolios.
• Ensuring the integrity of the security master data on the OTC database by reviewing and signing off the security master records completed by the analysts.
• Collaborating with colleagues and offering new points of view to achieve team goals.
• Suggesting and implementing process improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency while eliminating risk.
• Providing training on the theoretical/technical nature of all OTC securities to staff members.
  
  

What We Offer

We provide clearly defined, transparent development pathways to help you grow both personally and professionally. Some of our benefits include:

• Hybrid work model with flexibility to work both in office and at home.
• Generous pension contribution.
• Life and health insurance.
• Opportunities for additional education with financial support.
• Structured career development and possibilities for global mobility.
• Opportunities to partake in community and charity projects via Employee Resource Groups.
  
  

About Us

For over 230 years, the people of BNY Mellon have been at the forefront of finance, expanding the financial markets while supporting investors throughout the investment lifecycle. BNY Mellon can act as a single point of contact for clients looking to create, trade, hold, manage, service, distribute or restructure investments & safeguards nearly one-fifth of the world's financial assets. BNY Mellon remains one of the safest, most trusted and admired companies. Every day our employees make their mark by helping clients better manage and service their financial assets around the world. Whether providing financial services for institutions, corporations or individual investors, clients count on the people of BNY Mellon across time zones and in 35 countries and more than 100 markets. It's the collective ambition, innovative thinking and exceptionally focused client service paired with a commitment to doing what is right that continues to set us apart. Make your mark: bnymellon.com/careers.

Organization

Global Operations is a client-service-driven organization whose talented and engaged team is dedicated to providing the most competitive services with the highest standards of ethics, quality and efficiency to our clients worldwide.