Trade Settlement Associate

Overview

BAIN CAPITAL CREDIT founded as Sankaty Advisors in 1998, is a leading global credit specialist with approximately $50billion in assets under management. Bain Capital Credit invests up and down the capital structure and across the spectrum of credit strategies, including leveraged loans, high‑yield bonds, distressed debt, private lending, structured products, non‑performing loans and equities. Our team of more than 200 professionals creates value through rigorous, independent analysis of thousands of corporate issuers around the world.

With approximately $185billion of assets under management, Bain Capital is one of the world’s leading private investment firms. We create lasting impact for our investors, teams, businesses, and the communities in which we live. Over four decades we have strategically grown our platform to focus on Private Equity, Growth & Venture, Capital Solutions, Credit & Capital Markets, and Real Assets. Today, our team includes 1,880+ employees in 24 offices on four continents.

Founded as a private partnership in 1984, we have fostered a culture of innovation, entrepreneurialism, and agility, empowering our people to define and own their career trajectories.

• Support all aspects of trade settlement function for the Capital Market Operations business across multiple investment strategies and asset classes, including corporate bonds, public equities, mortgage‑backed securities, bank loans and various complex fixed‑income and equity derivatives.
• Interact with the funds’ prime brokers, trading counter parties and custodians as needed to support the trade settlement process.
• Manage the prompt resolution of failed trades and all settlement‑related issues.
• Ensure the timely and accurate booking of all trade details on the proprietary position master and portfolio accounting system.
• Assist with primary and secondary loan closings and settlements.
• Interact with the funds’ trustees and internal treasury team regarding cash requirements.
• Liaise as needed with the firm’s external settlement partners to effect the timely and accurate settlement of trades.

• 1–3+ years of experience in a complex financial services industry, preferably in public equity, fixed income and/or high‑yield related business.
• BS or BA with finance and accounting basics.
• Experience with Bloomberg and other trading and settlement software platforms.
• Familiarity with legal documents and credit agreements.

• Detail‑oriented, conscientious and energetic professional with ability to think creatively.
• Strong interpersonal skills with capacity to interact with all levels both internally and externally.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and work under strict deadlines.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Dedicated team player with a strong sense of ownership and follow‑through skills.
• Working knowledge of Omgeo, Oasys and Alert.
• Solid Microsoft Excel skills.

Expected Annual Base Salary $70,000–$78,000. Actual base salary will be determined by a wide range of factors including but not limited to role, function, level, experience, qualifications and geographic location. In addition to a competitive base salary, this position may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based upon factors such as individual impact, team and firm performance. Bain Capital offers a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, family needs, and overall well‑being.

Bain Capital is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

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