Kondor Fusion SME

Kondor Fusion SME - HIRING ASAP
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 6-month initial contract
Location: Hybrid in Manchester
Rate: £588-£600 per day inside ir35

Summary

We are seeking a Kondor Fusion SME to provide expertise in the implementation, support, and enhancement of the Finastra Kondor platform. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of Kondor+, Kondor Trade Processing (KTP), and related modules, along with strong troubleshooting skills and experience in financial markets.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary SME for the Kondor Fusion platform, supporting front-to-back functionalities.
• Provide technical and functional support for Kondor+ and Kondor Trade Processing (KTP).
• Configure and optimize the system to meet business requirements, including trade workflows, risk reporting, and interfaces with external systems.
• Work closely with trading desks, risk teams, and IT to ensure seamless system performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to trade booking, risk calculations, market data, and system performance.
• Assist in upgrades, patches, and migrations of the Kondor Fusion system.
• Develop and maintain custom scripts, configurations, and reports to support trading and risk management functions.
• Collaborate with vendors, including Finastra, to address complex technical issues.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal risk management requirements.
• Provide training and knowledge transfer to internal teams.

Key Skills

• 5+ years of experience with Finastra Kondor+, Kondor Fusion, and related modules.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, trading, and risk management concepts.
• Experience in trade life cycle management, including FX, rates, credit, and derivatives.
• Hands-on experience with Kondor APIs, Scripting (Python, Shell, SQL), and automation.
• Knowledge of databases (Oracle, SQL Server, Sybase) and system integration (REST/SOAP APIs).
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments and Scripting for automation.
• Ability to troubleshoot application, infrastructure, and connectivity issues.
• Experience with cloud-based deployments (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and ability to liaise with business and technical stakeholders.

Bonus Skills

• Experience with Fusion Risk, Kondor Global Risk (KGR), or Market Data Manager (MDM).
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements (FRTB, Basel III, MiFID, etc.).
• Prior experience in a banking or financial services environment.
• Certification in Finastra Kondor or relevant financial risk management courses is a plus.