Middle Office Operations ETD

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE

Core Responsibilities: The Analyst – Middle Office Operations (Contractor) will be responsible for hands-on execution of core post-trade operational processes across the Exchange Traded Derivatives asset class. The role involves performing reconciliations, investigating breaks, validating trade data, and ensuring timely settlement and confirmation of trades.

Responsibilities

Operational Execution

• Perform daily reconciliations and exception management across the listed futures and options asset classes
• Investigate and resolve trade, position and cash breaks with accuracy and urgency
• Carry out daily/weekly/monthly processes such as clearing broker billing and various ad hoc tasks
• Contribute to process documentation and ensure adherence to firm policies and controls.

Control and Process Enhancement

• Support the identification and implementation of workflow improvements
• Maintain a strong control focus and escalate exceptions appropriately
• Participate in user testing and process automation initiatives

Stakeholder Interaction

• Liaise with global Operations, Technology and Trade Support teams to resolve operational issues.
• Communicate clearly and regularly with management on progress and operational risks.
• Ensure smooth coordination with internal stakeholders including Risk, Finance and Treasury

PERSON SPECIFICATION

WORK EXPERIENCE/BACKGROUND

Essential

• 2-4 years of hands-on experience performing middle office or trade support functions
• Strong understanding of trade lifecycle, reconciliations and break management
• Good understanding of listed futures and options including knowledge of both equity and fixed income contract nuances
• Hands on experience in performing reconciliation processes
• Good Excel and analytical skills, with a focus on accuracy and timeliness
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a global environment

Desirable

• Familiarity with trade capture and reconciliation systems such as Gresham or Murex
• Involvement in automation or data improvement projects.
• Advanced Excel
• Prior experience in a hedge fund or asset management firm

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Detail-focused, control-minded and execution-driven.
• Proactive and hands-on with strong communication skills.
• Collaborative and dependable team contributor
• Adaptable and comfortable in a dynamic, global environment
• Excellent written and spoken business English