Transaction Reporting Specialist – Essex

THE COMPANY:

Our client is a boutique investment firm, looking to hire a Transaction Reporting Specialist.  This role will report to the Head of Operations.

THE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure full compliance with FCA MiFID II transaction reporting rules, including: MiFID II RTS 22 – Transaction Reporting.and FCA Handbook SUP 17 – Market Data Reporting rules.
• Manage the submission of transaction reports to the FCA Market Data Processor via an Approved Reporting Mechanism.
• Conduct data validation and reconciliations to prevent errors, omissions, or duplications.
• Investigate and resolve transaction reporting issues, including rejected reports and FCA feedback.
• Ensure reporting policies remain aligned with evolving FCA regulations.
• Implement data governance controls, reconciliations, and assurance measures.
• Conduct regular data integrity checks against FCA reports and internal systems.
• Identify and mitigate reporting risks, escalating significant issues to Compliance and Senior Management.
• Support internal audits and FCA transaction reporting reviews.
• Work closely with Compliance, Front Office, IT, and Operations to support transaction reporting accuracy.
• Assist in enhancing automation, improving data accuracy, and maintaining reporting system integrity.
• Liaise with external ARMs, vendors, and regulatory bodies to resolve reporting issues.
• Contribute to policy and procedure enhancements for transaction reporting compliance.
• Stay updated with FCA and ESMA regulatory developments affecting transaction reporting.
• Assist in regulatory change projects to ensure continued compliance with evolving FCA rules.
• Conduct impact assessments on regulatory changes and implement necessary updates.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Expertise in FCA MiFID II transaction reporting, including RTS 22 and FCA SUP 17.
• Hands-on experience with Approved Reporting Mechanisms for transaction reporting.
• Familiarity with FCA Market Data Processor portal and data validation techniques.
• Understanding of key regulatory data elements.
• Previous experience in Transaction Reporting for investment management, asset management, or securities trading.
• Strong understanding of financial instruments.
• Experience in data analysis, reconciliations, and exception management.

For further information please contact Natalie Antat