Futures Senior Analyst , Product & Service Solutions

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

Manage North America (US & Canada) Clearing Operations, BCS requirements working on ensuring high STP, scalable processes and an enhanced
client experience through technical enhancements. Co-ordinate with the business and functional partners in the design and requirements for both product
and service development. Develop relationships with vendors/ISVs to optimize the performance of software and help shape roadmap development to
benefit our business strategy.

What will you do?

• Manage vendor relationships providing the global business the opportunity to review the latest software developments, enhanced system functionality and optimize processing capability. Contribute to establishing a prioritized project programme to support the business and functional partners, focusing on system release testing, bug fixes and implementation.
• Partner with CCPs and Industry working groups on market driven initiatives and technology upgrades.
• Work with North America business partners on new markets, internal bank projects and new services.
• Review and analyse any required changes to current service offering focusing on technology, resource and cost.
• Monitor and analyse market infrastructure changes and/or client requests and their potential impacts.
• Work closely with the BCS teams to identify and implement robust automated solutions.
• Help provide insight to BCS and QTS strategy to shape the product and service roadmaps accounting for upcoming mandatory market changes and development needs.
• Contribute in the development of the internal roadmap collaborating closely with QTS focusing on service delivery and functionality requirements.

What do you need to succeed?

Required:

• In-depth knowledge of one or more disciplines: Clearing, Reconciliations, Control, Regulatory Reporting, and Operational Risk Management
• In-depth knowledge of RBC and vendor back and middle office and systems
• In-depth knowledge of major Exchange and CCP systems
• In-depth knowledge of CCP BAU practices, adhoc events and associated rules and deadlines
• In-depth knowledge of one or more regulatory regimes, including CASS, Transaction Reporting, MiFID II, EMIR
• Educated to A level standard

Preferred:

• An understanding of the workings of Financial markets, associated operational flows and risks gained from a recognized market participant
• Past or current knowledge of one or more disciplines: Clearing, Reconciliations, Control, Regulatory Reporting, Client On-Boarding, KYC
• Recognized Industry qualifications: CISI, Eurex Clearing Qualified Clearing Staff (QBO)

Technical:

• SME in one or more Clearing and Settlement disciplines with broad knowledge of FOBO process chain
• SME in one or more modules of Industry software
• Ability to interpret changes to regulations, assess the impact on the business and implement scalable tactical or strategic solutions
• Superior analytical and investigation skills

Who are your key partners?

Manager, Functional Clearing Operations Team Leads, Internal
Stakeholders (QTS, Finance, Global Markets business units, Legal,
Compliance, Group Risk Management, HR), Exchanges, CCPs,
Industry bodies, Clients, colleagues, external banks and brokers,
ISVs and consultants.

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program include competitive compensation and flexible benefits, such as 401(k) program with company-matching contributions, health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and paid-time off.
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Opportunities to do challenging work.
• Opportunities to build close relationships with clients.

The expected salary range for this position is $80,000 - $95,000 USD, depending on your experience, skills, and registration status, market conditions and business needs.

You have the potential to earn more through RBC’s discretio