Junior Collateral Operations Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution seeks a Junior Collateral Operations Analyst for a 6-month contract with possible extension. This role involves client interactions, margin management, and operational support within a dynamic environment. Ideal for finance graduates looking to advance in the financial markets.

Qualifications

• Finance graduate or relevant experience sought.
• Strong communication skills required.
• Basic understanding of trading products preferred.

Responsibilities

• Distributing client margin statements accurately.
• Investigating margin deficits and resolving queries.
• Daily interaction with hedge fund clients.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Finance Degree

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Junior Collateral Operations Analyst, basingstoke

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Client:

Pontoon Solutions

Location:

Bromley

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Collateral Operations Analyst – 6 to 9 Month FTC - Junior role, ideal for Graduates

Location: Bromley

Salary: £38,000 per annum

Contract: Fixed Term, initially 6 months with potential extension to 9 months

A leading financial institution is looking for a Collateral Operations Analyst to join their Prime Services division, providing maternity cover for a minimum of 6 months. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong interest in financial markets to work in a client-facing operations role within a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurate distribution of client margin statements
• Investigating and resolving margin deficits and related queries
• Daily interaction with hedge fund clients and internal stakeholders
• Reconciliation of collateral balances and resolution of breaks
• Supporting the wider team with operational and regulatory requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• A finance graduate or individual with relevant experience seeking their next step in operations
• Strong communication skills and confidence dealing with clients directly
• Basic understanding of trading products (e.g., equities, derivatives)
• Knowledge of hedge funds and an awareness of different strategies they may use
• Good understanding of the regulatory landscape within financial markets
• Organised and proactive, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks

Pontoon Solutions is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone’s chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.