Job Description

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Cash Operations Associate
Location
Chennai
Experience-4 to 6yrs
The Cash Operations Associate is responsible for executing daily operational tasks with accuracy and efficiency, supporting trade processing, resolving exceptions, and contributing to process improvements. This role requires strong attention to detail, a problem-solving mindset, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within global teams.
Key Responsibilities
Complete assigned cash operations tasks accurately and within established timelines.
Monitor and escalate unresolved or high-risk issues related to stock or cash discrepancies.
Serve as a go-to resource for junior team members by providing guidance and resolving queries.
Proactively manage workload and seek support for complex situations when needed.
Handle client and stakeholder queries with clarity, professionalism, and timeliness.
Take ownership of special tasks or projects and deliver results within agreed deadlines.
Maintain strict adherence to all internal procedures, controls, and risk frameworks.
Keep operational procedures and documentation up to date; highlight gaps or concerns to senior staff.
Identify and implement ideas that improve process efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance client service.
Foster a collaborative team culture and contribute to a positive working environment.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners.
Skills & Qualities
Eagerness to learn and improve understanding of transaction and cash operations processes.
Ability to prioritize and plan effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Confidence in making decisions on routine issues and seeking guidance for complex ones.
Strong organizational skills and time management to meet deadlines consistently.
Proactive ownership of assigned responsibilities and tasks.
Sound understanding of operational risks and compliance procedures.
End-to-end awareness of the asset management lifecycle.
Willingness to mentor and support junior colleagues.
Effective problem-solving and analytical thinking.
Clear communication--written and verbal--with internal and external stakeholders.
Willingness to adapt to new tools, platforms, or changes in the work environment.
Open to feedback and committed to continuous personal and team development.
Collaborative mindset to build strong cross-functional relationships.
Required Knowledge & Experience
Must-Have
Experience using Aladdin, CTM, CLS, and SWIFT platforms.
Strong knowledge of global financial markets and trading practices.
Hands-on experience with derivatives, collateral management, and settlement processes.
Operational experience across asset classes such as:
Equities
Fixed Income (including ABS/MBS)
FX
Money Markets
Proficiency in cash operations and payment processing.
Understanding of SWIFT messaging standards.
Experience with corporate actions (mandatory and voluntary) and income processing.
Awareness of operational risks throughout the trade and asset lifecycle.
Nice-to-Have
Exposure to OTC derivatives and related products.
Strong attention to detail with minimal supervision.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
Skills:
Asset Servicing,Transaction Management,Trade Finance Operations
About Company:
UST is a global digital transformation solutions provider. For more than 20 years, UST has worked side by side with the world's best companies to make a real impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people and led by purpose, UST partners with their clients from design to operation. With deep domain expertise and a future-proof philosophy, UST embeds innovation and agility into their clients' organizations. With over 30,000 employees in 30 countries, UST builds for boundless impact--touching billions of lives in the process.