Junior Collateral Operations Analyst

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

Job summary

A leading financial institution is looking for a Junior Collateral Operations Analyst for a 6 to 9 month fixed term contract. The position is ideal for finance graduates or those with relevant experience and involves client-facing responsibilities in a dynamic operations environment. Applicants should possess strong communication skills and a basic understanding of trading products and hedge fund strategies.

Qualifications

• Recent finance graduate or relevant experience in operations.
• Strong communication skills are essential for client interactions.
• Basic understanding of trading products and hedge funds is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Distribute client margin statements accurately.
• Investigate and resolve margin deficits and queries.
• Interact daily with hedge fund clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Proactivity

Organizational skills

Understanding of trading products

Knowledge of hedge funds

Awareness of regulatory landscape

Education

Finance graduate

Job description

Job Title: Junior Collateral Operations Analyst

Location: Chester, United Kingdom

Client: Pontoon Solutions

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 provide maternity cover for a minimum of 6 months within their Prime Services division. This role offers a great opportunity for recent graduates or individuals with relevant experience 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 wider team with operational and regulatory requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• A finance graduate or someone with relevant experience seeking a career 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
• Awareness of the regulatory landscape in financial markets
• Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks effectively

Pontoon Solutions is committed to diversity and inclusion, respecting all backgrounds and identities, and strives to showcase talents in an inclusive environment.