Junior Collateral Operations Analyst

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

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Junior Collateral Operations Analyst for a 6 to 9 month fixed-term contract in Reading. This role is perfect for finance graduates eager to work in a dynamic environment, providing maternity cover within the Prime Services division, with responsibilities including client interactions and operational support.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or relevant experience in operations.
• Basic knowledge of trading products like equities and derivatives.
• Understanding of hedge funds and the regulatory landscape.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactivity

Education

Finance degree

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Client:

Pontoon Solutions

Location:

reading, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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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 an 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.