Middle Office Specialist

Handelsbanken Luxembourg

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Luxembourg Branch in the Private Banking Team.

Handelsbanken Luxembourg started its activities in 1978 and is part of Handelsbanken Global Banking. We support the Bank’s customers in the core markets with their international business. The Branch core business is Private banking and mortgage lending in Spain, Portugal and France.

We are looking for a Swedish speaking Middle Office Specialist with the following key responsibilities:

-       Play a key role in the coordination of the Private Banking middle office team

-       Structure daily routines

-       Update and evaluate internal procedures

-       Provide first class service to all clients

-       Support Account Managers in all aspects of their business

-       Assist the front-office in the daily client’s transactions (payments, Forex transactions, transactions in financial instruments)

Development Potential

The position offers a great opportunity to develop in an international environment and to build-up a strong network of contacts.

Requirements / Qualifications

The successful candidate should have previous experience from five to seven years in a middle office function with a good understanding of client needs as well as the regulatory landscape. The successful candidate will also need to have an overview of middle office and be able to structure and coordinate the team and workflow in an efficient and clear manner.   

The position requires excellent administrative skills, good order and high attention to detail. The successful candidate should be client focussed and have a desire to be part of a successful business.

The position is suitable for a candidate who likes a challenging environment, is flexible and proactive and who is able to work independently as well as in team.

Fluency in oral and written English and Swedish is required.