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About the Role

The Analyst, Securities Operations is responsible for the daily processing of derivatives and marketable transactions, including trade capture, cash payments, and maintaining asset information throughout its lifecycle. This role involves complex derivative and marketable trades and strategies, requiring comprehensive knowledge of multiple product types. The Analyst will coordinate and liaise with various internal and external groups, including Investment Management, Investment Finance, custodians, financial counterparties, and IT.

Responsibilities

Accurately and timely capture trades for all capital market instruments, including fixed income, equities, and derivatives.
Reconcile, troubleshoot, and confirm daily variation margin settlements for Futures, Listed Options, and centrally cleared OTC swaps.
Liaise with external counterparties to verify and validate cash movements for derivative settlements and input payments into the Custodian’s portal or HOOPP’s internal system, NOVA.
Provide reporting to Investment Finance and Investment Management, including Cash Flow Projection, Trade Blotter, Hedge check reports, SimCorp Dimension Holding Key Infractions Reconciliation, and End of Day Equity Options and Swaption Maturity Integrity Check.
Perform daily position reconciliation between HOOPP and Custodian positions, addressing any discrepancies.
Process corporate actions as required.
Evaluate existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
Liaise with other departments within Investment Finance to resolve issues such as derivative settlement discrepancies, corporate actions, and trade processing.
Assist project groups with the implementation and testing of ongoing projects.
Actively participate in teamwork and knowledge sharing within Securities Operations and Investment Finance.
Build and transfer knowledge with other Analysts and back up critical daily activities.

Requirements

University degree in Business, Finance, or a related discipline.
Completion or enrollment in a professional designation program (e.g., CFA).
Minimum 5 years of experience in the financial sector, preferably in capital markets.
Strong knowledge of capital market instruments including fixed income and equities.
Strong knowledge of derivative instruments such as swaps, options, and futures.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proactive self-starter who is highly motivated and results-oriented.
Attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness.
Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
Ability to meet tight deadlines.
Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
Team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to identify and implement process improvements.
Willingness to assume other responsibilities as required.
Relevant computer literacy is mandatory.

Skills

Capital market instruments
Fixed income
Equities
Derivative instruments
Swaps
Options
Futures
Analytical skills
Problem-solving skills
Process improvement
Interpersonal skills
Communication skills
Computer literacy

Location

Toronto
London

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Minimum 5 years of experience

Education Level

University degree in Business, Finance, or related discipline
Completion or enrolment in a professional designation program (ie.CFA)

Salary/Compensations

$71,000 - $109,000 CAD

Benefits

Competitive, 100% company-paid extended health and dental benefits for permanent employees
Coverage supporting diversity and mental health (e.g., gender affirmation, fertility and drug treatment, psychological support benefits of $2,500 per year)
Parental leave top-up
Health spending account
Optional post-retirement health and dental benefits subsidized at 50%
Yoga classes
Meditation workshops
Nutritional consultations
Wellness seminars
Membership in HOOPP’s world class defined benefit pension plan

About the Company

Founded in 1960 by the Ontario Hospital Association, the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) is one of Canada’s strongest and most stable defined benefit pension plans.
HOOPP has delivered on its pension promise to Ontario’s healthcare workers, serving over 504,000 members and 870 employers.
HOOPP manages a global, diversified multi-asset portfolio with offices in Toronto and London.
HOOPP oversees $132 billion in assets and is fully funded, supported by strong risk-adjusted returns, stable contribution rates, and independent governance.
HOOPP is a purpose-driven organization committed to building an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace where different perspectives drive better outcomes.
HOOPP seeks talented, forward-thinking individuals who want their work to have a real impact on the lives of others.
HOOPP integrates fair and inclusive practices into its programs and processes, creating equal opportunity and a consistent employee experience.

Equal Opportunity

HOOPP is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion as fundamental to its work environment and business success.
HOOPP integrates fair and inclusive practices into its programs and processes, creating equal opportunity and establishing a consistent employee experience across the organization.
If you need accommodation at any point in our recruitment process, please advise your recruiter or email HRinbox@hoopp.com and arrangements will be made for reasonable accommodation.