Steeve Dsouza

Expert professional with robust organizational and time-management skills, enhanced by outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.

Gas Coal and Emission Trade Support at JP Morgan Chase (2025-01 – Present)

Executed day-to-day duties with precision and efficiency in gas, coal, and emission trade support operations.

• Executed day-to-day duties with precision and efficiency
• Facilitated communication between front and back office to enhance collaboration
• Conducted credit risk management while addressing client concerns promptly
• Collaborated with sales and trading teams to establish and audit new accounts
• Monitored activities diligently to mitigate risks associated with trades
• Ensured compliance with internal controls, minimising financial risks
• Prepared documentation for internal audits in a timely manner
• Responded to control, audit, and regulatory requests within set deadlines

Bullion Clearing at JP Morgan Chase (2019-09 – 2024-12)

Managed daily clearing operations for unallocated bullion commodities, ensuring process efficiency and optimal client service.

• Managed daily clearing operations for unallocated bullion commodities, ensuring process efficiency
• Oversaw client positions in London and Zurich markets, delivering optimal service
• Conducted credit risk management while addressing client issues with urgency and professionalism
• Collaborated with sales and trading teams to create and maintain new accounts through thorough audits
• Streamlined data analysis processes to enhance campaign monitoring efficiency
• Handled sensitive client information while maintaining utmost confidentiality

Bullion Settlement at JP Morgan Chase (2016-06 – 2019-09)

Successfully migrated settlement process from Bournemouth to Mumbai, managing pre- and post-settlement processes for precious metals.

• Successfully migrated settlement process from Bournemouth to Mumbai, improving operational efficiency
• Managed pre- and post-settlement processes for precious metals with precision
• Liaised daily with clearing and Middle Office to resolve issues promptly
• Implemented infrastructure changes, conducting new product testing to enhance service delivery
• Oversaw team and project management, focusing on risk control improvements

Global Fixed Income Trade Support at JP Morgan Chase (2015-06 – 2016-06)

Drove performance and accountability in Emerging Market and Fixed Income Cash Trade Support Team with focus on reconciliation and operational monitoring.

• Drove performance and accountability in Emerging Market and Fixed Income Cash Trade Support Team
• Managed end-of-day position and trade reconciliation to ensure data integrity
• Monitored daily trading and operational activities, upholding high accuracy standards
• Maintained resiliency planning for Global Fixed Income team, ensuring operational continuity across regions
• Reported position reconciliation between middle office and settlements systems accurately and efficiently
• Handled trade amendments and broker checkouts, delivering quick resolutions
• Booked redemption tickets in TOMS trade booking system with precision

Securitized Products Trade Support at JP Morgan Chase (2011-03 – 2015-06)

Managed ABS, CMBS, and CDO transactions in Securitized Products Group Middle Office, ensuring compliance and accuracy with focus on credit events and settlements.

• Managed ABS, CMBS, and CDO transactions in Securitized Products Group Middle Office, ensuring compliance and accuracy
• Calculated monthly credit events for CDO transactions aligned with payment cycles, facilitating timely settlements
• Entered credit event amounts for settlement into RMS system to maintain data accuracy
• Delivered daily cash reports to P&L team, supporting informed financial decisions
• Conducted reconciliation and reporting tasks with diligence and precision
• Handled inquiries effectively, providing solutions to stakeholders
• Facilitated training sessions to enhance team knowledge and skills
• Performed Nostro reconciliations efficiently, ensuring financial accuracy

Credit Settlements at JP Morgan Chase (2007-03 – 2011-03)

Executed post-Nostro reconciliation for CDS products, developed MIS systems, and conducted UAT for system implementations with focus on continuous improvement.

• Executed post-Nostro reconciliation for CDS products, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Developed Management Information Systems (MIS) to improve analytical reporting
• Conducted User Acceptance Testing (UAT), facilitating smooth system implementations
• Planned productivity projects that enhanced operational efficiency
• Addressed priority issues with corrective actions, contributing to continuous improvement
• Prepared comprehensive audit reports, ensuring transparent processes for auditors
• Collaborated with Middle Office and interbank clients to resolve discrepancies
• Developed contingency plans, bolstering operational resilience

Asia Equities Function at JP Morgan Chase (2005-06 – 2007-03)

Developed equity and derivatives instruments for risk management in Asia using Bloomberg, Reuters, and Telekurs data with focus on reporting and reconciliation.

• Developed equity and derivatives instruments for risk management in Asia using Bloomberg, Reuters, and Telekurs data
• Maintained and updated dividend records with precision
• Produced KPI and MIS reports for management review, enhancing strategic decision-making
• Reconciled month-end pricing and corrected errors to ensure accurate product valuation
• Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
• Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce – University of Mumbai (2003-06 – 2005-05)

High School in Economics and Accounting – Dr Antonia Da Silva High School (2000-06 – 2002-05)