Junior Collateral Operations Analyst

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

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Junior Collateral Operations Analyst to provide maternity cover within their Prime Services division. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates or individuals with relevant experience to engage in financial markets and client-facing operations, ensuring efficient handling of margin statements and operational requirements.

Qualifications

• Finance graduate or relevant experience in operations.
• Basic understanding of trading products, hedge funds, and regulatory landscape.

Responsibilities

• Accurate distribution of client margin statements.
• Investigating and resolving margin deficits.
• Daily interaction with hedge fund clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Client Interaction

Organizational Skills

Proactivity

Education

Finance Degree

Job description

Junior Collateral Operations Analyst, Slough

Client: Pontoon Solutions

Location: Slough, 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: Slough

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 an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in financial markets to work in a client-facing operations environment in a dynamic 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 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
• Understanding of the regulatory landscape in financial markets
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently

Pontoon Solutions is committed to diversity and inclusion, valuing talents and skills across all backgrounds. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.