Operations Analyst

Orlaroseassociates; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing commodities-focused hedge fund is seeking an Operations Analyst to join its London office. This role includes managing trade matching and validation, performing daily reconciliations, and assisting with P&L reporting. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in operations within a hedge fund or financial institution and strong analytical skills, particularly in Futures and Options. Opportunities for growth and exposure to trading are significant in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years’ experience in Operations, Trade Support or Middle Office.
• Experience within a hedge fund, asset manager, bank or commodity trading firm.
• Strong understanding of the trade lifecycle for Futures and Options.

Responsibilities

• Manage trade matching and validation across internal systems.
• Perform daily T+1 trade, position and cash reconciliations.
• Assist with daily P&L reconciliation and reporting.
• Liaise with traders, prime brokers, fund administrators.
• Support operational compliance requirements and record keeping.

Skills

Trade matching and validation

P&L reconciliation

Operational compliance

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

Enfusion or similar OMS/PMS platform

Job description

A growing commodities-focused hedge fund is seeking an Operations Analyst to join its London office. This role will support the trading desk and investment team, ensuring efficient processing, reconciliation and control of exchange‑traded derivatives, with a focus on Futures and Options.

This position offers strong exposure to trading, portfolio management and risk within a dynamic buy‑side environment.

Key Responsibilities

Trade Lifecycle Management

• Trade matching and validation across internal systems and broker platforms
• Manage trade allocations and ensure accurate booking of transactions
• Handle trade fixing and amendments where required
• Process and monitor trade confirmations with brokers and counterparties

Reconciliations & Controls

• Perform daily T+1 trade, position and cash reconciliations against brokers and internal systems
• Investigate and resolve trade and position breaks
• Ensure accuracy of futures and options positions and settlements

P&L & Reporting

• Assist with daily P&L reconciliation and reporting
• Investigate valuation discrepancies and pricing issues
• Support operational reporting for internal stakeholders

Operational Oversight

• Liaise with traders, prime brokers, fund administrators and clearing brokers
• Maintain strong operational controls across the trade lifecycle
• Support improvements to operational workflows and processes

Compliance & Governance

• Assist with operational compliance requirements and record keeping
• Support internal control procedures and operational audits

Required Experience

• 2–4 years’ experience in Operations, Trade Support or Middle Office
• Experience within a hedge fund, asset manager, bank or commodity trading firm
• Strong understanding of the trade lifecycle for Futures and Options
• Experience with trade matching, allocations, confirmations, P&L reconciliation and T+1 reconciliations

Technical Skills

• Advanced Excel skills

Systems Experience (Preferred)

• Enfusion or similar OMS/PMS platform

Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to operate in a fast‑paced trading environment
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication skills with internal and external stakeholders