Manual Tester Trade Processing Custody services - FAB1JP00000203

The Trade Settlement Manual Tester plays a critical role in validating custody service functionalities within the TCS BaNCS platform. The role requires a deep understanding of TCS BaNCS custody platform and GCC market settlement practices. The tester will review high level Business Requirement Documents (BRDs) and Functional Specification Documents (FSDs) submitted by TCS, and collaborate with business, operations, and technology stakeholders.

Requirements Analysis

• Review and analyze Business Requirement Documents (BRDs) and Functional Specification Documents (FSDs) to ensure a clear understanding of business and functional needs.

Test Planning & Execution

• Design, document, and execute comprehensive test cases across GCC markets, ensuring compliance with market regulations and internal SLAs.
• Cover key functional areas related to Corporate Action (CA), including:

• Corporate Action Workflows

• Cash and position management

• Billing Processes

• End User Reporting (EUR)

• Static Data Setups

• Payments And Reconciliations

Static Data & Configuration Management

• Configure and maintain static data such as:
• Client and counterparty profiles
• Securities and cash accounts
• Notification and billing rules
• Validate corporate action processing via SWIFT messages, manual input, and file uploads.
• Apply knowledge of GCC corporate action processes during testing.
• Generate and validate EUR reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Validate cash and position movements and ensure billing accuracy.
• Defect Management & Documentation

Validation & Reporting

• Track and manage defects using JIRA, Zephyr and publish detailed execution and defect status reports.
• Utilize JIRA and Confluence for test management, documentation, and collaboration.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with business, operations, technology, and vendor teams to resolve issues and ensure seamless service delivery.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and maintain effective communication throughout the testing lifecycle.

Process Improvement & Automation

• Identify opportunities for process enhancements, automation, and efficiency gains to improve service quality and performance.
• Support initiatives aimed at streamlining custody operations and reducing manual effort.

Platform Expertise

• Demonstrate hands-on experience with the TCS BaNCS GSP Custody platform, including its functionalities and operational workflows.

Operational Oversight

• Manage cash operations, including reconciliations, funding, and corporate action-related payment instructions.
• Set up and validate billing processes to ensure accurate invoicing.
• Prepare and validate end-user reports for internal and external clients.

Testing Lifecycle Participation

• Actively participate in System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and pre-production validations.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and functions in a multi-market custody environment
• Exposure to automation initiatives and process optimization in custody operations
• High performer with excellent communication skills

• Strong Problem-Solving Capabilities

Frameworks, Boundaries & Decision-Making Authority

• Functions within the framework and boundaries of Group policies as well as overall organisational and governance frameworks.
• Authorised to take decisions as per the approved authorisation matrix.
• Encourages decentralized decision making and enables it.
• Develops team skill sets.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in a similar role within the technology sector.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and improving IT services.
• Proven experience on applications used to manage custody services and other relevant services.
• Strong technical background with expertise in investment banking products and all services under security services, specifically custody services.
• Proven proficiency in implementing and adopting cloud technologies.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Strategic thinker with a passion for technology and proven ability to lead successful service initiatives.