Sales Middle Office
New York, NY, US, 10172
SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG’s shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges.
In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization’s extensive global network. The Group’s operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.
The anticipated salary range for this role is between $67,000.00 and $80,000.00. The specific salary offered to an applicant will be based on their individual qualifications, experiences, and an analysis of the current compensation paid in their geography and the market for similar roles at the time of hire. The role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive award. In addition to cash compensation, SMBC offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees.
Role Description
The Analyst, Capital Markets Sales Support Middle Office role will join the Sales MO function within Derivative Operations to support the front office as they continue to grow their business with hedge funds and investment advisors. This role is designed as an entry-level position and will focus on developing a strong understanding of the trade lifecycle, operational controls, and Sales Middle Office responsibilities.
The Analyst will work closely with Associates, Vice Presidents, Front Office, Back Office, and Technology teams to ensure accurate trade capture, timely processing, and adherence to internal policies and procedures. This role provides hands-on exposure to Capital Markets products, systems, and workflows, with an emphasis on learning, execution, and escalation.
Role Objectives
- Review trade booking to ensure transactions are captured accurately and in a timely manner.
- Perform end-of-day validation and completeness checks under supervision, escalating discrepancies as needed.
- Assist with monitoring third-party platforms (e.g., MarkitWire, ICE) and internal systems for trade status and confirmations.
- Support the processing of trade allocations, affirmations, and lifecycle events.
- Assist in identifying trade breaks and support cancel and correct activity with appropriate escalation.
- Provide support to senior team members on trade, settlement, and client-related inquiries.
- Assist with client onboarding activities, including coordination with internal stakeholders such as Legal, Credit, Tax, and KYC.
- Support investigations into sales credit discrepancies and assist with data gathering and reporting.
- Assist in testing activities related to system enhancements and process improvements.
- Assist in drafting, reviewing, and maintaining daily procedures and documentation.
- Ensure adherence to internal policies, procedures, and control frameworks.
- Participate in process documentation and continuous improvement initiatives as part of professional development.
Qualifications and Skills
- 0–2 years of experience in a financial services, operations, or support role.
- Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
- Demonstrated interest in Capital Markets, derivatives, or financial products.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
- Willingness to learn complex systems, workflows, and regulatory requirements.
SMBC’s employees participate in a Hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process. Hybrid work may not be permitted for certain roles, including, for example, certain FINRA-registered roles for which in-office attendance for the entire workweek is required.
SMBC provides reasonable accommodations during candidacy for applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at accommodations@smbcgroup.com.
Nearest Major Market: New York City