Head of Quant Fund Operations - Trade Lifecycle & Risk

Page Executive; United Kingdom; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Operations Director to manage trade lifecycle and operations in a hedge fund setting. The ideal candidate will have solid hedge fund operations experience, a deep understanding of equity long/short structures, and leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, promoting professional growth within a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• Solid experience in hedge fund operations within a quantitative environment.
• Deep understanding of trade booking and performance attribution.
• Strong grasp of regulatory frameworks and fund structures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end trade lifecycle management across global markets.
• Manage relationships with prime brokers and custodians for efficiency.
• Implement robust middle- and back-office systems for trading strategies.

Skills

Hedge fund operations

Equity long/short structures

Project management

Leadership

Regulatory frameworks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or Engineering

CFA, CAIA, or MBA preferred

Tools

OMS/PMS platforms (e.g., Eze, Enfusion, Bloomberg AIM)

Data integration tools

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Operations Director to manage trade lifecycle and operations in a hedge fund setting. The ideal candidate will have solid hedge fund operations experience, a deep understanding of equity long/short structures, and leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, promoting professional growth within a collaborative culture.