Operations Officer – Black Star Group

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Operations Officer to support our brokerage operations and ensure efficient, accurate, and compliant transaction processing.

Key Responsibilities:

·        Lead and drive process improvements and support automation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency
·        Oversee end-to-end trade lifecycle management, ensuring timely trade capture, confirmation, settlement, and reconciliation
·        Ensure accurate and timely matching, allocation, and settlement of trades on the Central Securities Depository (CSD) platform
·        Supervise and review repo transactions, auction bids, and fixed income trading support activities
·        Perform and oversee daily mark-to-market valuations of financial instruments positions
·        Maintain and monitor transaction records, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and full audit trail in line with regulatory requirements
·        Oversee daily client transaction processing, including deposits, withdrawals, and transfers, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
·        Maintain and update authorized signatory records and operational mandates
·        Oversee bank account administration, including account opening, maintenance, reconciliation, and closures
·        Lead daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations (cash, securities, and positions) and promptly investigate and resolve breaks
·        Prepare, review, and submit regulatory and internal reports accurately and within required timelines
·        Ensure full compliance with SEC regulations, internal policies, and operational risk frameworks
·        Identify operational risks and implement appropriate controls and mitigation strategies
·        Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and resolving audit findings
·        Collaborate with front office, compliance, finance, and IT teams to ensure seamless operational support
·        Train, mentor, and supervise junior operations staff to build capacity and ensure high performance
·        Drive a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence

Requirements:

·        Minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience in brokerage, asset management, or financial services operations
·        ACI Operations Certificate
·        Strong understanding of capital markets and brokerage operations
·        Familiarity with CSD processes and fixed income instruments
·        High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
·        Strong client service orientation
·        Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines


Send relevant documents to patricia.addy@blackstargroup.ai

Deadline: Friday, 30th April 2026