Paul Golden
Principal
Paul Golden Writing Services
United Kingdom
Paul writes about financial services with a particular emphasis on FX, treasury, and post-trade. He is a regular contributor to international publications.
Speaker sessions (4)
Wednesday, 3 September 2025
12:00 - 12:40
As ETFs grow, what’s in it for operations?
- Custody
- Settlement
- Clearing
- Collateral and liquidity
- Sourcing
The growing popularity of ETFs has highlighted the issues of settlement in a challenging regulatory environment. This session explores the implications of market growth outpacing infrastructure updates and the need for visible real-time order progression.
14:00 - 14:40
How post-trade tech investments suddenly became cool, and why
- Technology
- Sourcing
The pandemic exposed operational vulnerabilities, while T+1 is delivering a real wake-up call. Both events have created an automation imperative. This session shares insights on closing the gap between front and back office infrastructure investment.
16:00 - 16:50
Sociable and tech savvy – how post-trade organisations attract and build tomorrow’s staff
- Sourcing
- The human element
In the post-trade space, technical ability will always be important. But in a relationship-based business, candidates can stand out for their people skills. This session looks at how to develop individuals with the right skills and attitudes to succeed.
Thursday, 4 September 2025
15:00 - 15:40
Location, location, location. Where should post-trade work be carried out, and by whom?
- Sourcing
- The human element
Three factors usually come to mind in deciding the location for new operating centres: cost, client proximity, and third-party operational resilience. This session takes a look at the important role of geography in setting up your next office.