Junior Operations Analyst – Corporate Actions & Income Processing

Are you looking to kick-start your career in Wealth Management and Corporate Actions in Zurich? Cognizant is expanding its team and seeking enthusiastic, full-time Junior Operations Analysts in Wealth Management. This hybrid banking and financial services role offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

• Support the execution of cross-border merger strategies from old entity to new entity for a leading bank.
• Assist in managing Investment Banking and Wealth Management products, focusing on Securities, Corporate Actions, Custody Services, Hedge Funds, Investment Reporting, Foreign Exchange, Collateral, and Data Management.
• Aid in the accurate creation, processing, and booking of Corporate Actions events.
• Ensure timely client notification, instructions handling, and cash and stock bookings.
• Monitor and reconcile Corporate Actions events, addressing any related issues under senior guidance.

• Min 1 year experience in Corporate Actions event processing and reconciliation.
• Knowledge of securities markets and corporate reorganizations (e.g., mergers).
• Familiarity with SWIFT messaging, particularly MT56x Corporate Actions.
• Foundational knowledge of Equities and Fixed Income products with an understanding of processing confirmations and settlements.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Basic German and fluent English proficiency.