Junior Collateral Operations Analyst

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

Job summary

A leading financial institution offers a fixed-term Collateral Operations Analyst role, ideal for finance graduates looking to expand their career in a dynamic environment. This position involves client-facing tasks, operational support, and a chance to deepen understanding of financial markets and trading products.

Qualifications

• A finance graduate or relevant experience in operations.
• Basic understanding of trading products like equities and derivatives.
• Knowledge of hedge funds and financial market regulatory landscape.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Organization

Proactivity

Education

Finance Degree

Job description

Junior Collateral Operations Analyst, Brighton

Client: Pontoon Solutions

Location: Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 1

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 seeking a Collateral Operations Analyst to join their Prime Services division, providing maternity cover for a minimum of 6 months. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone interested in financial markets to work in a dynamic, client-facing operations 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 team with operational and regulatory requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• A finance graduate or someone with relevant experience seeking a role in operations
• Strong communication skills and confidence in client interactions
• Basic understanding of trading products (e.g., equities, derivatives)
• Knowledge of hedge funds and their strategies
• Understanding of the financial markets regulatory landscape
• Organized, proactive, and able to prioritize multiple tasks

Pontoon Solutions is committed to diversity and inclusion, valuing talents, skills, and unique experiences in an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.