Junior Collateral Operations Analyst

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

Job summary

A leading financial institution seeks a Junior Collateral Operations Analyst for a 6 to 9 month fixed-term contract in Birmingham. Ideal for finance graduates, the role involves managing client margin statements, collaborating with hedge funds, and requires strong communication skills and organizational abilities. This position serves as an excellent opportunity to kick-start a career in financial operations within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• A finance graduate or candidate with relevant experience.
• Basic understanding of trading products and hedge fund strategies.
• Good understanding of regulatory landscape in financial markets.

Responsibilities

• Accurate distribution of client margin statements.
• Investigating and resolving margin deficits.
• Daily interaction with hedge fund clients.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organised

Problem solving

Education

Finance degree

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Junior Collateral Operations Analyst, Birmingham

Client: Pontoon Solutions

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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 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.