Collateral Analyst

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VN-19214

Fixed Term Contract (inc Secondee)

London

Competitive

24 November 2021

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Due to the increase in business volumes we have an opportunities for Collateral Analysts to join our team. We have one12 month fixed term contract opportunity.

Working within the Collateral team, you'll be undertaking all aspects of the Collateral margining process to ensure counterparty risk is effectively managed.  The will involve liaising with various internal and external stakeholders covering OTC bi-lateral/Repo/OTC Cleared/ETD and Portfolio Reconciliations work streams.

  • Mitigating LGIM exposure risk through the daily collateral margin process across OTC bilateral, OTC Cleared, Repo and ETD.
  • Actively managing margin calls with counterparts and either formally agree or dispute in line with agreement timescales and the internal LGIM escalation procedure.
  • Booking cash and stock collateral movements within Lombard Colline ensuring instructions are issued to the market in time to meet settlement deadlines.
  • Managing settlement fails for both cash and stock collateral movements by communicating with counterparts to achieve settlement in a timely manner.
  • Agreeing interest payments on cash positions with counterparts ensuring these are posted within Colline and internal accounting systems to ensure timely settlement.
  • Reviewing TriResolve Trade and Collateral breaks.
  • Establishing strong relationships and working in conjunction with Investment Operations, Custodians, Brokers and Counterparts.
  • Initiate/participate in change projects to enhance the control framework for all trade processing tasks in the team, mitigate risks and close internal/external audit points.
  • Strong understanding of key collateral operational processes e.g. settlements/reconciliation/margin workflow, OTC Derivatives / Repo products.
  • Strong understanding of the Legal, Credit and Operational risks associated with Collateral.
  • Experience of working with ISDA CSA (NY & English Law) and the 2001 ISDA Margin Provisions, and GMRA Margin Provisions.
  • Previous use of Lombard Colline/TLM/Quasar.
  • The ability to work to strict deadlines, with a proactive approach with a focus on improving processes and key controls.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Team player who is flexible in their approach to work.

Whatever your role, we reward ability, performance and attitude with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Our employees have a wide range of benefits including a generous pension scheme, life assurance, at least 25 days’ holiday (with potential to rise to 26 days), private medical insurance, performance related bonuses, a variety of share schemes, discounts at both a huge range of high street stores and our own great products. Your hard work will be rewarded when you join us.

About L&G

As a company, to be one of the world's largest Asset Managers, homebuilders, pension providers and insurances brands, we are diverse by our very nature. And we're a company that wants to use our diversity and influence to make society better in the long term - for everyone. To do this we need to be a company that welcomes everyone, where everyone can succeed. That means we're committed to building an inclusive culture in L&G where we can all perform at our best, no matter who we are, what we do or where we do it. So whoever you are, wherever you are, whatever your story, we'd love to hear from you.

About the business area

LGIM manages fixed income, equity, multi-asset, liability-driven investment, property and alternative solutions on behalf of its clients. Located across the globe, our clients include institutional pension funds, financial institutions, local authorities and sovereign wealth funds. In order to meet the complex and evolving investment needs of our clients, we focus on remaining at the forefront of investment product innovation and maintaining our reputation as experts across all asset classes.

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities

We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender identity or age.

Does this opportunity excite you but you’re not 100% sure if you meet all the requirements for the role? Or are you concerned that ‘normal’ office hours aren’t possible given your personal circumstances? We’re aware that candidates, especially women, can be put off from applying for a job unless they tick every box, or candidates who are parents or have other caring responsibilities may not think they can achieve the flexibility they need. If this is you, we’re keen to connect; and whilst we can’t accommodate every flexible working request, we’ll try to find a practical solution. So why not apply?

 

How to find out more

If you’d like more information about this opportunity please contact Lauren Ashworth at lauren.ashworth@landg.com (LinkedIn profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-a-534a8538/). Please note direct applications via email cannot be accepted for this role; only applications submitted through our careers website will be considered.

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About L&G

As a company, to be one of the world's largest Asset Managers, homebuilders, pension providers and insurances brands, we are diverse by our very nature. And we're a company that wants to use our diversity and influence to make society better in the long term - for everyone. To do this we need to be a company that welcomes everyone, where everyone can succeed. That means we're committed to building an inclusive culture in L&G where we can all perform at our best, no matter who we are, what we do or where we do it. So whoever you are, wherever you are, whatever your story, we'd love to hear from you.

About the business area

LGIM manages fixed income, equity, multi-asset, liability-driven investment, property and alternative solutions on behalf of its clients. Located across the globe, our clients include institutional pension funds, financial institutions, local authorities and sovereign wealth funds. In order to meet the complex and evolving investment needs of our clients, we focus on remaining at the forefront of investment product innovation and maintaining our reputation as experts across all asset classes.

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities

We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender identity or age.

Does this opportunity excite you but you’re not 100% sure if you meet all the requirements for the role? Or are you concerned that ‘normal’ office hours aren’t possible given your personal circumstances? We’re aware that candidates, especially women, can be put off from applying for a job unless they tick every box, or candidates who are parents or have other caring responsibilities may not think they can achieve the flexibility they need. If this is you, we’re keen to connect; and whilst we can’t accommodate every flexible working request, we’ll try to find a practical solution. So why not apply?

 

How to find out more

If you’d like more information about this opportunity please contact Lauren Ashworth at lauren.ashworth@landg.com (LinkedIn profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-a-534a8538/). Please note direct applications via email cannot be accepted for this role; only applications submitted through our careers website will be considered.