Senior Specialist, Middle Office

Job description

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:

• Execute and oversee daily operational activities across the bank loan trade lifecycle, including trade support, settlement, funding, and lifecycle event processing
• Review transaction details for completeness and accuracy, ensuring proper capture and timely resolution of discrepancies
• Investigate and resolve exceptions related to trade settlements, cash movements, position breaks, and reconciliation items
• Coordinate with internal business partners, investment managers, custodians, trustees, counterparties, and agent banks to resolve operational issues and support seamless transaction processing
• Support the processing of loan lifecycle events, including new issue closings, amendments, paydowns, restructurings, and rate resets, as applicable
• Perform control checks and ensure compliance with established procedures, audit requirements, and risk management standards
• Monitor aged items, high-risk breaks, and pending transactions, escalating issues in a timely and appropriate manner
• Prepare and maintain operational records, reporting, and supporting documentation for internal oversight, audit, and client servicing needs
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance processes, strengthen controls, and improve service delivery
• Provide guidance and day-to-day support to less experienced team members, as needed
• Build and maintain effective working relationships across operations, technology, client service, and business teams To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following: Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, economics, or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience Relevant experience in financial services operations, middle office, bank loan operations, or a related asset servicing function Working knowledge of bank loan products, syndicated loans, and associated operational workflows preferred
• Demonstrated ability to analyze issues, identify root causes, and implement effective resolutions
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment