Cash Equity Middle Office - Associate

Job Description
Step into a role that offers unparalleled career growth and the chance to work in a vibrant, global team. At our Japan Cash Equity Middle Office, you will leverage your skills to make a significant impact while enjoying the benefits of a supportive and innovative work environment.
As a Cash Equity Middle office - Associate within Market Operations, you will play a crucial role in ensuring seamless trade operations and client satisfaction. Your work will directly contribute to the efficiency and success of our global equity operations, providing you with the opportunity to collaborate with diverse teams and develop your expertise in a fast-paced setting.
Job Responsibilities

• Play a crucial role in ensuring seamless trade operations and client satisfaction
• Provide exceptional client services with accurate and timely trade allocation and pre-confirmations
• Manage post-trade activities for timely pre-matching and smooth settlement
• Oversee collateral management for Stock Borrow Loan (SBL)
• Address and fulfill client requests and requirements
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and implement internal synergies
• Promote process improvement initiatives and strategic digital solutions
• Lead projects related to end-to-end reviews, efficiency realization, and new initiatives on local, regional, and global scales

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience in Japanese Equities Operations at domestic or foreign securities firms
• Strong motivation, enthusiasm, and work ethic
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment with tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills in both Japanese and English
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with middle office members, front office, clients, and key organizational functions
• JSDA 1st and 2nd class Sales Representative license
• Proficiency in PC skills, including Excel and Word

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Familiarity with digital tools such as RPA and Alteryx

About Us
J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
About the Team
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.