FS Technology Consultant - Murex FO/BO

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We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated FS Technology Consultant - Murex FO/BO to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality solutions and supporting the Front Office Murex functions for our clients This position requires a strong understanding of financial markets, Front Office processes, and the technical aspects of the Murex system.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business Analysis:
• Gather, analyze, and document requirements from Front Office stakeholders.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications for system configuration and custom development.
• Conduct workshops with stakeholders to validate requirements and identify potential improvements.
• Solution Design and Configuration:
• Configure and customize the Murex platform to support Front Office workflows, pricing, and risk management.
• Collaborate with developers to design and implement bespoke solutions where necessary.
• Ensure solutions align with industry best practices and client-specific needs.
• Performance Optimization:
• Proficiency in optimizing Murex performance for large-scale data processing and real-time trade execution.
• Experience in troubleshooting performance issues and implementing best practices for efficient system operation.
• Technical Expertise:
• Collaborate with IT teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to Front Office operations.
• Understand and manage Murex's key modules, including Pricing, Market Data, Simulation, and Risk.
• Work with databases, scripting, and APIs for integration and data management tasks.
• Stakeholder Management:
• Act as the primary point of contact between the Front Office and IT teams.
• Provide training and support to end-users, ensuring smooth adoption of system changes.
• Maintain clear communication with stakeholders, managing expectations and providing regular updates.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Technical Proficiency:
• Strong experience (at least 5 years) with the Murex platform, particularly in Front Office modules
• Must have in-depth experience in Murex Front Office configuration.
• Knowledge of Pre-Trade rules
• Pricing, closing and booking sequences
• Dynamic layouts and Look-up tables
• E-pad booking (contract vs package vs free booking), FDI Templates, pricing patterns, dealing formats.
• Trade lifecycle management (events, payments, fixings etc.)
• EOD, EOM, EOY processes (e.g PL Sell-down process)
• Access rights, STP rights, OSP management, Dynamic Tables and Reporting
• Proficiency in key Murex areas including static data setup, curves , structuring , simulations , live book , RBPL , e-trade pad configuration, pre-trade development, and P&L attribution , reporting , Market risk configuration (stress testing , VAR , taylor , FRTB , SIMM) .
• Expertise in simulation/live book views, functional requirement gathering, and functional support for Front Office and Middle Office end-users.
• Proficiency in SQL, Unix, and at least one scripting language (e.g., Python, Shell).
• Domain Expertise:
• In-depth understanding of financial markets, trading workflows, and financial instruments
• Familiarity with market data providers and pricing methodologies.
• Business Analysis Skills:
• Proven ability to elicit, document, and validate business requirements.
• Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.
• Soft Skills:
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills