Middle Office Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global asset management firm is seeking a Middle Office Operations Specialist for an interim role in London. You will execute FX hedging programs, handle trade confirmations, and ensure accurate accounting for corporate actions. This role demands a strong background in asset management and the ability to work collaboratively with global teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in middle office operations within asset management, hedge funds, or investment banking.
• Strong understanding of FX and interest rate products.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute and support FX hedging programs across global portfolios.
• Review trade confirmations to ensure accuracy.
• Manage cash and monitor account balances for liquidity.

Skills

FX

Hedging

Derivatives

Fund Accounting

Liquidity Management

Job description

Middle Office Operations Specialist

Asset Management

Location: London - 4 days per week in the office

Type: Interim - 12 months

Start Date: ASAP

Job Description:

I am working with a global asset management firm looking for a Middle Office Operations Specialist to join their team on an interim basis.

Responsibilities:

1. Execute and support FX hedging programs across global portfolios.
2. Apply Asset/Liability FX Exposure methodologies to risk measurement and reporting.
3. Review trade confirmations against trade capture in the system to ensure correct economics and resolve settlement queries.
4. Ensure corporate actions are captured and correctly accounted for, including coupons, dividends, and credit events.
5. Perform daily margining for bilateral/cleared trading and segregated margin.
6. Manage cash, monitor account balances, Market Funds, and Transfer Agent activities to ensure sufficient liquidity and review funding costs.
7. Handle FX exposure and share class hedging.
8. Serve as the primary interface for portfolio managers to resolve issues related to valuation, trade capture, P&L reporting, and security matters.
9. Ensure adherence to the firm’s valuation policies and procedures at all times.

Personal Profile:

1. Proven experience in middle office operations within asset management, hedge funds, or investment banking.
2. Extensive experience in fund accounting, treasury, liquidity, or product control.
3. Strong understanding of FX, hedging, derivatives, and interest rate products.
4. Familiarity with ISDA documentation, trade lifecycle, and risk frameworks.
5. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with global stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading alternative investment firm. Apply now or contact [email protected] for more information.