Core Operations, Saudi Arabia

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Associate to manage end‑to‑end post‑trade custody operations for the Saudi Arabia market, covering securities settlement, cash & FX operational support, corporate actions and income, reconciliations, and onboarding/account setup – Sunday to Thursday. The role requires strong familiarity with local market practices and a solid understanding of the KSA post‑trade ecosystem: trading on Saudi Exchange, clearing via Muqassa (CCP), and depository/settlement via Edaa, with settlement cash movements supported through SAMA. This role enables scalable market entry and growth by delivering controlled post‑trade operations, ensures high‑quality client experience through timely settlement and robust exception management, and supports deepening relationships with key institutional clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or above) in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 3–5 years’ experience in custody/post‑trade operations (KSA market experience strongly preferred)
• strong understanding of KSA post‑trade flow across Muqassa (clearing/CCP) and Edaa (CSD/settlement) and implications of T+2 and DvP cash settlement via SAMA
• strong analytical/problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, ability to work under strict cut‑offs, and strong stakeholder management.

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