Collateral Ops Analyst

About the role

We are currently hiring a forward-thinking and results-oriented Collateral Ops Analyst for the Trade Support EU & Collateral Team. The role is based in our Paris office.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for complex collateral related queries, with active backup responsibility for Trade Support activities
• Work autonomously as part of the Trade Support EU & Collateral team and collaborate closely with internal/external stakeholders as appropriate
• Manage and/or escalate issues/topics in a timely manner
• Ensure robust oversight of daily and weekly controls, including but not limited to collateral disputes, failed collateral movements, coupon claims and onboarding activities
• Maintain and enhance operational procedures and documentation
• Be able to fully cover at least one Trade Support activity on top of Collateral Management (Listed Derivatives, OTC Cleared & Bilateral or Equity & Fixed Income & FX)
• Identify structural inefficiencies, investigate root causes, define remedial actions/enhancements, and monitor subsequent implementation
• Suggest pragmatic and innovative solutions to regular problems, with positive attitude
• Drive process automation by analyzing, streamlining, and developing coded solutions to improve efficiency and robustness
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders such as Portfolio Management, Client Account Managers, Legal, Risk as well as external service providers, building strong partnership
• Actively contribute to projects and initiatives including project steering and serving as a subject matter expert on Trade Support & Collateral scopes

Qualifications

• Excellent university degree, preferably in Business or Finance
• Prior relevant experience (3 years+) working in Middle Office Collateral Management activities, ideally in Asset Management
• Knowledge of other Middle Office activities such as Collateral Management, Trade Support, and financial instruments
• Excellent understanding of Front to Back value chain
• Analytical mindset with proactive, solution-oriented approach
• Strong technical skills and familiarity with project management methods
• Coding abilities to support automation and process streamlining
• Ability to use Microsoft Copilot, with a strong commitment to ethical and responsible AI practices
• Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across various functions such as Portfolio Management, Client Account Managers, Risk and with Service providers
• Team spirit, with good communication and presentation skills and outstanding interpersonal competence
• Highly organized, ability to work independently as well as empower a team
• Fluency in English, German language skills considered a plus

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements that maintain a balance between performance, productivity, career development, and personal priorities (e.g., hybrid model/flexible working hours)
• Access to company pension/savings plans
• Company share purchasing plan
• Mental health and wellbeing programs
• Career opportunities within the entire Allianz Group
• Comprehensive learning and development offerings, including certifications and professional qualifications
• Volunteering time

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