• Function: Middle Office Derivative Products Officer
• Sector: Financial services
• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Madrid
• Compensation: According to Kepler Cheuvreux scale

KEPLER CHEUVREUX:
Kepler Cheuvreux is a leading independent European financial services company that specialises in Research, Execution, Fixed Income and Credit, Structured Solutions, Corporate Finance, and Asset Management.
The Group employs around 600 people and is present in 14 major financial centres in Europe, the US and the Middle East: Amsterdam, Brussels, Dubai (DIFC), Frankfurt, Geneva, London, Madrid, Milan, New York, Oslo, Paris, Stockholm, Vienna, and Zurich.
Group key figures:

• 1st independent European equity broker
• +EUR1.5bn of equities traded on average daily
• 1st Equity Research coverage in Continental Europe
• 1st Country Broker and Research (Extel 2024)
• 14 major financial centres in Europe, US and the Middle East
• 600 employees
• 1,300 institutional clients

ABOUT THE JOB:
Joining a young and dynamic team, you will undertake the following tasks:
Trade Processing:

• Ensure timely and accurate booking of trades on listed derivatives markets.

Trade Reconciliation:

• Perform daily trade reconciliation between internal systems and exchanges to identify and resolve discrepancies.

Collateral Management:

• Monitor and manage collateral requirements for derivative positions.

Risk Management:

• Assist in monitoring and managing operational risks linked to trading activities, including margin calls and settlement risks.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure that all operations comply with relevant regulations, including Mi FID, EMIR, and exchange-specific rules.

Client and Counterparty Interaction:

• Liaise with clearing houses, counterparties, and internal teams to resolve trade breaks and operational issues.

Reporting:

• Provide daily and monthly reports on trade activity, positions, and risk exposure.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
Please ensure that you have all the legal documents required to work in the country before applying.

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field
• Prior experience in Middle Office or Back Office within the financial markets, particularly in derivatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail ;
• Interest in financial products and markets ;
• Proficiency in computer tools, especially MS Office (Excel) ;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English;
• French proficiency is a plus ;
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
Between 2 and 3 rounds of interviews: fit and technical questions.
You will need a flexible and creative approach to flourish in our international environment and succeed with our diverse client base. If you possess these qualities and would like to be part of Kepler Cheuvreux’s story, then come and join us!
Please note that Kepler Cheuvreux promotes equal opportunity. All applications will be given due consideration.