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Settlement Specialist (12-month contract) (80-100%)

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Lombard Odier

Beschreibung:Settlement Specialist (12-month contract) (80-100%)
Stadt:Schweiz, Schweiz
Firma:Lombard Odier - Firma bewerten
Datum:2026-05-23
Beschäftigung:bis 100%
Salär:zu verhandeln CHF - 40 Std/Woche
Arbeitsort:Schweiz
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Tasks: Settlement Specialist (12-month contract) (80-100%)

A career at Lombard Odier means working for a renowned global wealth and asset manager, with a strong focus on sustainable investing. An innovative bank of choice for private and institutional clients, our independently owned Firm is one of the best-capitalised banking groups in the world, managing close to CHF 300 billion and operating from over 25 offices across 4 continents.

With a history spanning over 230 years, Lombard Odier is an investment house providing a comprehensive offering of discretionary and advisory portfolio management, wealth services and custody. We also offer asset management services and investment strategies through Lombard Odier Investment Managers and provide advanced banking technology to other financial institutions.

"Rethink Everything" is our philosophy - it is at the heart of everything we do. We have grown stronger through more than 40 financial crises by rethinking the world around us to provide a fresh investment perspective for our clients.

Settlement Specialist (12-month contract) (80-100%)

The Settlement Specialist is responsible for ensuring the successful and timely settlement of transactions. They monitor and reconcile failing trades.
A strong understanding of trading operations and excellent communication skills are essential for effective operational management.

YOUR ROLE

  • Daily monitoring of pending transactions through to final settlement.

  • Analysis and management of complex transactions and exceptional situations.

  • Identification of recurring changes in settlement instructions; request corrections/creation of networks (SSI) to maximize automation.

  • Propose solutions to increase operational efficiency and optimize processes.

  • Coordinate and verify incoming/outgoing payments for exceptions (e.g., netting).

  • Daily collaboration and communication with clients, custodians, and internal teams to resolve settlement issues.

  • Perform daily reconciliation of cash and securities positions, resolve breaks, and ensure proper traceability with consistent commentary.

  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies regarding Delivery versus Payment (DvP) and Free of Payment (FoP/Lending).

  • Adhere to regulatory requirements and company/group policies.

  • Identify and mitigate operational risks and review procedures.

    • YOUR PROFILE

  • Bachelor's degree in finance or equivalent in business administration. Swiss banking apprenticeship (CFC Banque) / Professional Banking Maturity also considered.

  • Strong knowledge of SWIFT ISO 20022 (particularly MT54x messages), regulatory requirements, and custodian platforms.

  • Good knowledge of financial instruments (bonds, equities, etc.).

  • Experience in other back- or middle-office functions is a plus.

  • Strong team spirit and ability to build solid professional relationships.

  • Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage priorities effectively.

  • Ability to challenge existing processes and propose improvements.

  • Fluency in French and English (minimum B2 level); German is an asset.

  • Residence in Switzerland or willingness to relocate.

    • Our Maison's DNA is defined by five core values. Excellence drives us to be the best at what we do, while Innovation fuels our progress. Respect underpins every interaction, and Integrity shapes our actions. Together, we are One Team, united in serving our clients with unwavering dedication.

    As a responsible and supportive employer, we promote a diverse and inclusive work environment for our employees and candidates. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are woven into the fabric of our Maison's DNA, and we strive to ensure that our employees can fulfill both their personal and professional aspirations by encouraging internal mobility and individual upskilling programs. We firmly believe that building Diverse Teams contributes to our successes and to deliver on this, we actively embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in our business strategy.

    It is an exciting time to join our Teams. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.


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