Trading Support Middle Office - Analyst

Location: Metro Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines

Job Family: Trading Services

About the Role

At JP Morgan Chase, we are a leading global financial services firm with a strong commitment to innovation and client service in the trading domain. The Trading Support Middle Office - Analyst role in our Metro Manila operations center is pivotal in ensuring the smooth execution and reconciliation of trades across our global trading desks. As an Analyst, you will dive into the intricacies of trade inquiries, leveraging your financial acumen to investigate discrepancies and monitor execution flows. This position offers exposure to diverse asset classes, including equities, fixed income, and derivatives, while supporting our front office teams in delivering seamless operations in a dynamic, 24/7 trading environment. Your contributions will directly impact our ability to maintain market-leading efficiency and compliance standards in the financial services industry. In this role, you will collaborate closely with traders, operations specialists, and technology teams to resolve trade-related issues promptly and accurately. Key tasks include performing daily reconciliations, generating insightful reports on trade performance, and contributing to process optimizations that enhance our trading infrastructure. Working within JP Morgan Chase's robust risk management framework, you will ensure adherence to global regulations such as MiFID II and EMIR, while identifying potential risks in trade flows. This analyst position is ideal for professionals passionate about the fast-paced world of capital markets, offering opportunities to build expertise in middle office functions and grow within one of the world's most respected financial institutions. Joining JP Morgan Chase in the Philippines means becoming part of a supportive, inclusive culture that values diversity and professional development. Our Metro Manila team plays a crucial role in supporting our Asia-Pacific and global operations, providing a collaborative workspace equipped with cutting-edge tools. We prioritize work-life balance through flexible arrangements and invest in your career through tailored training programs. If you thrive in analytical roles and are eager to contribute to high-stakes trading support, this position offers a rewarding path to advance in financial services.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve trade inquiries from front office traders and clients to ensure accurate execution
• Monitor daily trade execution flows across multiple asset classes, identifying anomalies in real-time
• Perform trade reconciliations between internal systems, counterparties, and clearing houses
• Collaborate with front, middle, and back office teams to support seamless trading operations
• Generate reports on trade metrics, breaks, and settlements for senior management review
• Assist in regulatory reporting and compliance checks for trade activities
• Support system enhancements and testing for trading platforms used by JP Morgan Chase
• Escalate complex issues to senior analysts and contribute to process improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate documentation of trade support activities and resolutions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field
• 1-3 years of experience in financial services, trading support, or middle office operations
• Strong understanding of trade lifecycle, including execution, settlement, and reconciliation processes
• Proficiency in financial markets, instruments such as equities, fixed income, or derivatives
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail for investigating trade discrepancies
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume trading environment
• Fluency in English; knowledge of additional languages is a plus for global operations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with JP Morgan Chase systems or similar banking platforms like Murex or Calypso
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements such as Dodd-Frank, EMIR, or MiFID II
• Prior exposure to trade surveillance and risk management in a middle office role
• Certification in financial analysis (e.g., CFA Level 1) or trade operations
• Experience in an offshore support center serving global trading desks

Required Skills

• Trade reconciliation and break resolution
• Financial market knowledge (equities, fixed income, derivatives)
• Data analysis using Excel and SQL
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Communication and stakeholder management
• Time management in high-pressure environments
• Regulatory compliance awareness
• Proficiency in trading systems (e.g., Bloomberg, Reuters)
• Team collaboration and cross-functional coordination
• Analytical reporting and visualization tools
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Adaptability to changing market conditions
• Basic programming knowledge (e.g., VBA or Python for automation)

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonuses aligned with JP Morgan's compensation structure
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees and dependents
• Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions to support long-term financial goals
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave policies
• Professional development programs, including tuition reimbursement and access to internal training at JP Morgan University
• Employee wellness initiatives, such as gym memberships and mental health resources
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid options in Metro Manila
• Global mobility opportunities within JP Morgan Chase's international network

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.