Collateral Operations Analyst

Robert Walters UK; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Collateral Operations Analyst to join their dynamic team in London. This role involves managing stakeholder relationships and contributing to collateral projects as a Subject Matter Expert. Ideal candidates will have a university degree in Business or Finance, and 2-3 years of experience in Middle Office or regulatory topics within Asset Management. This position offers a hybrid working environment and a salary range of £220-£270 per day.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years relevant experience in Middle Office or Collateral management.
• Experience on Regulatory topics (EMIR) within Asset Management.
• Strong technical skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for Collateral Operations queries.
• Perform daily oversight controls including collateral disputes.
• Analyze existing collateral processes and define enhancements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Process analysis

Project management

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Education

University degree in Business or Finance

Job description

Our client is seeking a Collateral Operations Analyst to join their dynamic team in London. As part of the Regulatory Operations & Collateral Management team, you will be a key point of contact for collateral operations queries and manage stakeholder relationships. You will have the chance to contribute to collateral projects and initiatives as a Subject Matter Expert, while also identifying structural inefficiencies and defining remedial actions.

What you'll do:

• Act as the main point of contact for Collateral Operations queries from internal and external stakeholders
• Coordinate and monitor collateral agreement onboarding activity
• Perform daily oversight controls including collateral disputes, failed collateral movements, coupon claims
• Analyze existing collateral processes, identify structural inefficiencies, and investigate root causes
• Define remedial action/enhancements and monitor subsequent implementation
• Manage stakeholders including service providers
• Contribute actively to Collateral projects and initiatives as Subject Matter Expert
• Lead/moderate workshops/governances across teams and different management levels

What you'll need:

• Excellent university degree, preferably in Business or Finance
• Prior relevant experience (ideally 2-3 years+) working in Middle Office activities (OTC, ETD, Central clearing or Collateral management)
• Prior relevant experience (ideally 2-3 years+) working on Regulatory topics (EMIR, etc.) within the Asset Management industry
• Strong technical skills and familiarity with project management methods
• Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across various functions such as Portfolio Management, IT, Sales and with Service providers
• Team spirit, good communication and presentation skills and outstanding interpersonal competence
• Highly organized with ability to work independently as well as empower a team
• Proficiency in English; additional European language skills are a plus

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates.

Job Details:

• Contract Type: Temporary Interim Management
• Focus: Operations
• Workplace Type: Hybrid
• Experience Level: Associate
• Location: London
• Salary: £220 - £270 per day