Operations Analyst – Alternatives Execution & Closing (Contract)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to complex transactions

Strong learning and development opportunities

Involvement in strategic initiatives

Job summary

A leading global asset management firm is seeking an Operations Analyst to support complex transactions across multiple asset classes. The role demands expertise in operations and transaction management within financial services and involves collaborating with deal teams, managing workflows, and enhancing operational efficiencies. The firm offers exposure to bespoke transactions and development opportunities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in operations, trade support, or transaction management within financial services is essential.
• Strong understanding of loans, equities, bonds, or derivatives is preferred.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple workflows.

Responsibilities

• Support the booking, execution, and settlement of complex transactions.
• Partner with deal teams and internal stakeholders.
• Manage end-to-end transaction workflows.
• Monitor and manage operational risk.
• Assist with the launch of new funds.
• Identify process gaps and propose improvements.
• Drive efficiency within the team.
• Communicate effectively with senior stakeholders.

Skills

Operations experience

Understanding of financial products

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Collaborative mindset

Curiosity

Job description

About the Role

A leading global asset management firm is looking for an Operations Analyst to join its Alternatives Execution & Closing team.

This is a highly dynamic and varied role supporting complex transactions across multiple asset classes within alternative investments. You will work closely with global deal teams and a wide network of stakeholders to ensure the successful execution, booking, and closing of transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the booking, execution, and settlement of complex, time-sensitive transactions
• Partner with deal teams and internal stakeholders across Legal, Risk, Compliance, Finance, and Technology
• Manage end-to-end transaction workflows across a variety of asset classes including private investments, loans, and structured products
• Monitor and manage operational risk across supported activities
• Assist with the launch of new funds and investment structures
• Identify process gaps and propose operational improvements
• Drive efficiency and infrastructure enhancements within the team
• Communicate effectively with senior stakeholders to manage priorities and resolve issues

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in operations, trade support, or transaction management within financial services
• Strong understanding of financial products such as loans, equities, bonds, or derivatives (preferred)
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workflows under pressure
• Strong attention to detail and risk awareness
• Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders
• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive and solutions-driven approach
• Ability to work collaboratively across global teams
• High level of curiosity, ownership, and drive

Why Apply?

• Exposure to a wide range of complex and bespoke transactions
• Opportunity to work closely with global investment and deal teams
• Fast-paced environment with strong learning and development opportunities
• Involvement in strategic initiatives and new business activity