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Derivatives Analyst

Derivatives Analyst

Hybrid

Toronto, Canada

Junior

Freelance

13-11-2025

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Job Specifications

Derivatives Analyst

Location: Toronto,ON Hybrid (3days onsite /week)

Duration: 12+ months of extendable contract

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct derivatives onboarding functions both internally and externally to allow portfolio managers to use derivatives in their strategies and traders to execute derivatives trades.

• Coordinate derivatives trading operational readiness internally with middle office, operations and collateral management. Coordinate externally with derivatives brokers and custodians.

• Coordinate with Legal Services to ensure that proper legal agreements are put in place to support derivatives trading.

• Support the traders need for the best execution by setting up the full range of desired derivatives brokers and continually closing legacy trading gaps.

• Prioritize resolving derivatives trading and trade matching issues in real time to ensure a smooth post execution process.

• Ensure that all fund & broker onboarding and legal documentation is maintained as required by the business record retention policy.

• Ensure that all procedures are followed and checklists completed to meet the requirements of internal audit. Be proactive in updating procedures as needed to keep them current and accurate.

• Maintain an accurate and complete matrix of accounts, authorized derivative products, derivatives legal agreements and active brokers.

• Contribute to the successful management of external broker relationships.

• Take ownership of side projects to clean up records and validate broker setups.

• Contribute to the harmonization of the derivatives onboarding process with the Asia Derivatives Services team.

• Continuously evaluate, identify and recommend practices and controls that will increase process efficiency and mitigate financial and operational risks.

Candidate Requirements/Must Have Skills:

1. Minimum 4 years of meaningful industry experience.

2. Familiarity with MS Office suite is required.

Nice-To-Have Skills:

1. Asset Manager or Insurance Company industry experience is an asset.

2. Familiarity with derivative instruments is an asset.

About the Company

Established in 2000, LanceSoft is a pioneer in delivering top-notch Global Workforce Solutions and IT Services to a diverse clientele. As a Certified MBE and Woman-Owned organization, we pride ourselves on fostering global cross-cultural connections that advance both the careers of our employees and the success of our clients' businesses. At LanceSoft, our mission is clear: to leverage our global network to seamlessly connect businesses with the right talent and individuals with the right opportunities, all without bias. We... Know more