Junior Collateral Operations Analyst

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

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Bromley is seeking a Collateral Operations Analyst for a 6 to 9 month fixed-term contract. This junior role is ideal for graduates interested in financial markets, involving client-facing operations and key responsibilities in margin management and reconciliation.

Qualifications

• A finance graduate or individual with relevant experience would be ideal.
• Basic understanding of trading products (equities, derivatives) is a plus.
• Knowledge of hedge funds and regulatory landscape is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Distributing client margin statements accurately.
• Investigating and resolving margin deficits.
• Reconciliation of collateral balances.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Proactivity

Client Interaction

Education

Finance Degree

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

Job Description:

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 dynamic setting.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Accurate distribution of client margin statements
2. Investigating and resolving margin deficits and related queries
3. Daily interaction with hedge fund clients and internal stakeholders
4. Reconciliation of collateral balances and resolution of breaks
5. Supporting operational and regulatory requirements of the team

What We’re Looking For:

1. A finance graduate or someone with relevant experience seeking a career in operations
2. Strong communication skills and confidence in client interactions
3. Basic understanding of trading products (e.g., equities, derivatives)
4. Knowledge of hedge funds and their strategies
5. Understanding of the regulatory landscape in financial markets
6. Organised and proactive, capable of managing multiple tasks

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