USA Sr. Specialist, Bloomberg System Configuration & Trade Support Analyst

The Role

The Bloomberg System Configuration & Trade Support Analyst is responsible for the configuration, maintenance, and oversight of Bloomberg systems supporting trading activities within an introducing broker-dealer environment. This role ensures accurate trade capture, data integrity, reconciliation of trading activity, and alignment between front-office execution, clearing firms, and internal systems. The position plays a critical role in supporting regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and accurate client reporting.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain Bloomberg platforms (EMSX, TOMS, PORT, AIM, and related modules).
• Manage user entitlements, permissions, and system workflows in line with internal controls.
• Maintain security master data, account mappings, and settlement instructions.
• Cook up system enhancements, upgrades, and user acceptance testing (UAT), and liaise with Bloomberg technical support.
• Monitor trade flow from execution through allocation and settlement, ensuring accurate trade capture across Bloomberg, internal systems, and clearing platforms.
• Investigate and resolve trade breaks, allocation discrepancies, and booking errors.
• Perform daily reconciliations across Bloomberg, internal systems, and clearing firms; resolve discrepancies in positions, cash, commissions, and trade details.
• Maintain reconciliation logs and implement control enhancements to minimize recurring issues and support audit readiness.
• Support regulatory compliance, including SEC and FINRA reporting, audits, and monitoring of unusual trade activity.
• Collaborate with Trading, Operations, Compliance, Finance, and clearing firms; support advisors onboarding and contribute to process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience: Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Accounting, Business Administration, Engineering, or equivalent field.
• 3–7 years of broker-dealer operations or trade support experience.
• Experience in an introducing broker-dealer environment preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Bloomberg systems; advanced Bloomberg terminal proficiency.
• Strong reconciliation and data analysis skills.
• Experience with clearing platforms (Pershing, NFS, Fidelity, etc.) preferred.
• Experience with regulatory reporting (CAT, CAIS, TRACE).
• Advanced Excel proficiency.
• Understanding of trade lifecycle processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Series 7, 24, or willingness to obtain.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, PTO, and retirement planning. Learn more about our benefits here.

Risk Culture

We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

EEO Statement

At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Conditions

Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing, and walking is required for this role. Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required.

Employer Rights

This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate your employment at any time for any reason.

What To Do Next

If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates. If you require any assistance or accommodation due to a disability or any other reason, please contact us at TAOps@santander.us to discuss your needs.