Junior Collateral Operations Analyst

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

Job summary

A leading financial institution seeks a Junior Collateral Operations Analyst for a 6-9 month fixed term contract in Leeds. This role is ideal for finance graduates interested in the financial markets, offering exposure to client-facing operations and key responsibilities such as managing margin statements and reconciling collateral balances.

Qualifications

• Finance graduate or experience in operations sought.
• Strong communication skills for client interactions.
• Understanding of trading products like equities and derivatives.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Proactivity

Organizational skills

Education

Finance degree

Job description

Junior Collateral Operations Analyst, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client: Pontoon Solutions

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, 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: Leeds

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 client-facing operations environment within a fast-paced setting.

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 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
• Understanding of the regulatory landscape in financial markets
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks effectively

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