Job Title: Business Analyst – Securities Lending, Clearance & Settlement Location:  Charlotte, NC or Jersey City, NJ Department: Capital Markets / Securities Lending / Operations Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business Analyst with strong experience in Securities Lending and Clearance & Settlement. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of securities finance operations and post-trade processing, and will work closely with front, middle, and back-office stakeholders to support project delivery, process optimization, and regulatory compliance. This role plays a key part in bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions across the securities lending and settlement lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: ·       Gather and document business and system requirements related to securities lending, trade capture, post-trade processing, and settlement workflows. ·       Analyze and optimize end-to-end processes including trade booking, matching, recalls, billing, settlements, and returns. ·       Collaborate with operations and technology teams to ensure timely settlement of securities lending transactions, identifying and resolving fails, breaks, and reconciliation issues. ·       Support implementation and enhancements of vendor platforms (e.g., EquiLend, Pirum, Broadridge, DTCC, Omgeo). ·       Design solutions to ensure efficient clearance and settlement processes, reduce operational risk, and improve STP (straight-through processing). ·       Serve as a subject matter expert on settlement cycles (T+1, T+2), corporate actions, settlement exceptions, and fails management. ·       Coordinate with custodians, prime brokers, and depositories to ensure accurate and timely settlement. ·       Provide business input on regulatory initiatives including CSDR, SFTR, and SEC Rule 15c3-3. ·       Develop test cases, support UAT, and validate clearance and settlement logic across systems. ·       Create process flows, BRDs, data mappings, and training materials for users across business and operations. Required Skills and Qualifications: ·       Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field. ·       5+ years of experience as a business analyst or operations analyst in Securities Lending and Clearance & Settlement. ·       In-depth knowledge of the full trade lifecycle, from trade execution to settlement and reconciliation. ·       Experience with settlement systems and matching utilities, including DTCC, Euroclear, Clearstream, and Omgeo. ·       Familiarity with fails management, stock record, buy-ins, and pre-matching processes. ·       Strong understanding of securities lending operations, collateral, and beneficial owner reporting. ·       Proficiency in Excel, SQL, and data analysis tools (Power BI, Tableau). ·       Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. ·       Experience with Agile methodologies and cross-functional project work. Preferred Qualifications: ·       Familiarity with global settlement markets and central counterparties (CCPs). ·       Experience working in large investment banks, custodians, or agency lending desks.