Hedge Fund Operations Analyst

Cameron Kennedy; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a detail-oriented Operations Analyst to join their dynamic team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work closely with portfolio managers and traders, supporting the full trade life cycle while driving process improvements through automation. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in Python or VBA, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to operational efficiency. Join a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, and take your career to the next level in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Clear career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of relevant experience in trading operations.
• Strong analytical and detail-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily trade operations and support the full trade life cycle.
• Identify workflow issues and implement automation solutions.

Skills

Python

VBA

Analytical Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

University degree in a STEM discipline

Tools

Markitwire

ICE-Link

Job description

Salary - Very competitive + Bonus + Bens

This role will not Sponsor

(Python/VBA Skills Preferred)

A leading hedge fund is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Operations Analyst to join our dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with portfolio managers and traders, supporting the full trade life cycle and driving process improvements through automation and technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor daily trade operations, including trade booking, validation, settlement, reconciliation, and corporate actions.
• Liaise with prime brokers on trade-related matters, margin calls, and securities lending.
• Support the trading and investment teams with operational controls across multiple asset classes.
• Participate in process engineering initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Identify workflow issues and implement automation solutions using Python and VBA.
• Contribute to operational risk management and ensure robust controls are in place.

Requirements:

• University degree in a STEM discipline (1st or 2.1 minimum preferred).
• 1-4 years of relevant experience in trading operations (recent graduates with strong internships will be considered)
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; highly motivated and detail-oriented.
• Proficiency in Python and/or VBA for process automation and data analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface with senior management and external counterparties.
• Experience with trade management systems (e.g., Markitwire, ICE-Link) is advantageous.

Why Join Us?

• Work directly with PMs and traders on the trading floor.
• Be part of a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Competitive salary, discretionary bonus, and clear career progression opportunities.

Application Tips:

• Highlight your experience with trade life cycle management and automation projects using Python or VBA.
• Emphasize your problem-solving skills and ability to resolve complex trading queries.
• Demonstrate your commitment to continuous improvement and leveraging technology for operational efficiency.

If you would like to discuss the role contact Patrick Barnett - [e-mail] or 0207 337 0045

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