Senior Associate - Fixed Income and Bonds Settlement Operations

India Branch Senior Fixed Income & Bonds Settlement Operations - Associate Join JPMorganChase's India Branch Market Operations team and take ownership of fixed income and money market settlement. You will manage daily desk operations, partner with internal teams, hubs, and technology partners, and drive accurate and timely trade settlement. This role offers strong exposure to Indian market infrastructure, regulatory engagement, and process improvement for an experienced operations professional ready to make an impact. As a Senior Bonds Settlement and Fixed Income Operations Associate in India Branch Market Operations, you will manage the fixed income and money market desk with a strong focus on controls and regulatory compliance. You will work with internal teams, global hubs, and technology partners to resolve issues, own regulatory reporting, and contribute to process improvements. This role requires sound product knowledge, strong stakeholder relationships, and a proactive approach to controls and team development. Job responsibilities Manage the fixed income and money market desk, ensuring accurate and timely settlement with no audit observations. Oversee nostro break management, ensuring breaks are identified, investigated, and resolved within agreed timelines. Coordinate with internal teams, global hubs, business partners, and technology teams for smooth trade settlement and issue resolution. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulators including The Clearing Corporation of India Limited, and internal stakeholders. Own regulatory reporting obligations, ensuring timely and accurate submissions to relevant authorities. Monitor regulatory changes and circulars, coordinating with hubs and technology teams to implement required updates. Identify and drive process improvements to resolve bottlenecks and improve efficiency. Guide and develop team members, promoting a controls-focused and solutions-oriented culture Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field. Minimum 5 years of experience in fixed income and money market settlement operations within a financial institution. Strong knowledge of fixed income and money market products, settlement processes, and regulatory requirements. Strong understanding of India regulatory requirements, including The Clearing Corporation of India Limited settlement and reporting processes and The Foreign Exchange Dealers Association of India guidelines. Experience managing regulatory reporting obligations to Indian regulatory authorities. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to coordinate across internal teams, hubs, and external partners. Strong controls mindset with the ability to identify risks and ensure team adherence to regulatory and internal standards. Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills Experience with process improvement or system enhancement initiatives in a settlement operations environment. Familiarity with settlement systems and technology platforms used in fixed income operations. JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management. We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation. Experience Level Senior Level