Securities & Derivatives Settlements Analyst

Role summary

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The Securities & Derivatives Settlements Analyst supports the accurate and timely settlement of securities and derivative transactions. Typical responsibilities include monitoring trade instructions, resolving settlement breaks, investigating failed or unmatched trades, reconciling accounts, processing corporate actions, and liaising with traders, custodians, brokers, and internal operations teams. Candidates are generally expected to have experience in financial services, securities operations, or trade support, together with strong attention to detail, numerical ability, and knowledge of settlement processes and market practices. Familiarity with derivatives, custody systems, reconciliations, and Microsoft Excel is valuable. The role requires clear communication, sound risk awareness, the ability to meet strict deadlines, and flexibility to support international markets and changing operational priorities.

About the employer

Citi is a major global financial institution providing banking, capital markets, securities services, wealth management, and corporate finance solutions to clients worldwide. Its extensive international network supports governments, businesses, institutional investors, and individuals across numerous markets. Citi’s operations in Ireland, particularly in Dublin, include securities services, fund administration, technology, risk, compliance, and banking support functions. The company’s securities services business helps clients manage custody, clearing, settlement, fund services, and related post-trade activities. Working at Citi typically involves collaboration across countries and time zones, exposure to complex financial products, and strong emphasis on controls, regulatory standards, client service, and operational accuracy. The firm also offers structured career development, training, and opportunities to move between specialist and broader financial-services roles.

Working in Ireland

Ireland offers strong opportunities in banking, investment funds, financial technology, technology, pharmaceuticals, customer operations, and multinational business services, with Dublin as the main financial and employment centre. Irish workplaces are generally collaborative and informal, while communication tends to be direct but friendly. Lifestyle benefits include a lively social scene, historic towns, scenic coastlines, green countryside, and good access to European travel. Dublin rents and housing competition are high, so relocation planning and budgeting are important; cities such as Cork, Galway, and Limerick may offer alternatives depending on the role. UK, EU, and EEA citizens can work without an employment visa. Most other nationals need an employment permit and, where applicable, an immigration permission before starting work. Applicants should confirm permit eligibility, salary thresholds, housing availability, healthcare arrangements, and tax registration requirements before relocating.