Senior Analyst

A career as an Analyst or Analyste, North American Trade Settlement Operations in the Capital Markets Operations team at National Bank means acting as a trade settlement specialist supporting the safe and efficient settlement of Canadian market transactions. This role allows you to have a positive impact on our organization through your expertise in capital markets operations, transaction settlement, institutional account management, and your ability to analyze operational issues and recommend solutions that improve business processes.

Your role

• Ensure the accurate and timely settlement of Canadian equity and fixed-income transactions through market infrastructures and depositories.

• Analyze operational discrepancies, investigate exceptions, and implement corrective actions to minimize settlement risk.

• Support business partners and stakeholders by providing technical expertise and resolving complex operational issues.

• Monitor daily activities and ensure compliance with established policies, standards, controls, and procedures.

• Recommend process improvements based on operational analysis and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Collaborate with internal teams across Capital Markets to facilitate decision-making and maintain efficient operations.

Your team

The Capital Markets Operations sector consists of specialists who work in an agile, proactive, and collaborative manner to seize opportunities, stay at the forefront of industry practices, and continuously improve operational processes.

Within the Canadian Settlements team, you are part of a group of 16 analysts and senior analysts and report to the Director, Canadian Settlements. Our team stands out for its expertise, collaboration, and commitment to operational excellence in a dynamic market environment. We aim to offer you maximum flexibility to promote your quality of life. This includes a hybrid work environment and a flexible, adaptable schedule.

The Bank values continuous development and internal mobility. Our personalized training programs, based on learning through action, allow you to master your role and develop new areas of expertise. Tools such as the Data Academy, language training, the Harvard Learning Center, and coaching and mentoring support are available to you at all times.

Requirements

• Hold a bachelor’s degree related to the business sector and relevant experience; OR a master’s degree related to the business sector and two years of relevant experience.

• Experience in Capital Markets Operations, trade settlement, securities processing, or a related financial services environment.

• Knowledge of listed products, equity markets, and fixed-income products.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel.

• Experience investigating and resolving complex operational or financial transaction issues.

• Knowledge of DTC, CDS, and BPS systems (an asset).

Languages: French, English
Reason to require this language: you will need to discuss frequently with our service providers or partners who speak a language other than French.
Required skills: Artificial Intelligence, Diversity & Inclusion, Empathy, Initiative, Learning Agility, Resiliency

Your benefits
In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family such as:

* Health and wellness program, including many options
* Flexible group insurance
* Generous pension plan
* Employee Share Ownership Plan
* Employee and family assistance program
* Preferential banking services
* Involvement in community initiatives
* Telemedicine service
* Virtual sleep clinic

We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.

Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We value employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication are encouraged.

Making a bold move in a people-first environment
We’re a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on people’s lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusion is central to our commitments. We aim, wherever possible, to provide a barrier-free and accessible environment to all employees.

We strive to provide accessibility measures throughout the recruitment process within the limits of our available resources. If you require accommodations, feel free to let us know during our initial conversations. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?

Join us!