Equity Operations Officer

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Industry: Banking
Description: Standard Bank Group is the largest African banking group by assets offering a full range of banking and related financial services. "Africa is our home, we drive her growth” Our vision is to be the leading financial services organisation in, for and across Africa, delivering exceptional client… Standard Bank Group is the largest African banking group by assets offering a full range of banking and related financial services. "Africa is our home, we drive her growth” Our vision is to be the leading financial services organisation in, for and across Africa, delivering exceptional client experiences and superior value. This sets the primary goals and standard of excellence we intend to achieve in the medium term. With a heritage of over 150 years, we have an on-the-ground presence in 20 countries in sub‑Saharan Africa; fit-for-purpose representation outside Africa; and a strategic partnership with the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC). In line with the realities of risk, regulation, technology and competition that characterise our operating context, we continue to invest significantly in our diversified operations; our people and culture; our systems and infrastructure; and our brand. In doing so, we understand that our commercial success and social relevance over the long term depends on placing our clients at the centre of everything we do, and ensures that the outcomes of our activities are a catalyst for growth on this continent we call home. The long-term foreign currency ratings for The Standard Bank of South Africa, the single largest operating entity within the Standard Bank Group, are: Fitch Ratings BBB- (negative), Moody’s Baa2 (negative) and Standard & Poor’s BBB- (negative). The group is listed on the JSE Limited, share code SBK, and the Namibian Stock Exchange, share code SNB. The largest bank in the world, ICBC, is a 20.1% shareholder in the group. Other than the 20.1% ICBC shareholding, 32.9% of Standard Bank’s shareholder base is foreign. We subscribe to the Code of Banking Practice, a set of principles governing banking in South Africa and ensuring the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and fairness. View more View less

Job Details

Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Diploma
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: Not specified
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Accounting, Audit, Finance

Job Description

Role Overview

As an Officer in SBG Securities Operations, you will support the day-to-day processing and settlement of securities activity in Kenya. Your work helps ensure transactions are handled accurately, operational risks are controlled, and clients and business partners receive dependable service while the team meets its regulatory obligations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process securities transactions and support their timely, accurate settlement.
  • Complete operational checks and reconciliations, investigate breaks, and follow issues through to resolution.
  • Assist with corporate actions administration and related record-keeping.
  • Identify potential operational risks, escalate concerns, and follow established controls to help prevent losses.
  • Support regulatory reporting and maintain clear, accurate operational documentation.
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders to address settlement or processing queries and provide responsive service.
  • Contribute to improvements in procedures, efficiency, and automation while promoting a right-first-time approach.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • A first degree in Business, Commerce, Accounting, Banking, or a related discipline.
  • One to two years of relevant experience, with foundational exposure to a bank or securities environment.
  • Basic understanding of financial markets, securities operations, trade processing, and settlement.
  • Familiarity with payments or settlements is an advantage.
  • Basic knowledge of operating systems and SWIFT.
  • A professional qualification in Financial Markets, Risk, or Compliance; CISI certification is preferred.
  • Ability to examine information, document facts, communicate clearly, manage tasks, and meet deadlines.
  • A collaborative approach and commitment to producing accurate work and upholding operational standards.
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