Operations Analyst - Brooklands Fund Management

Brooklands Fund Management; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique fund management company based in the UK is seeking an Operations Analyst to manage day-to-day operations for a new hedge fund client. The role involves trade processing, cash management, and operational support. Candidates should have a university degree, strong product and technical knowledge, and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive and entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a similar role essential.
• Thorough understanding of hedge fund trade operations.

Responsibilities

• Trade booking and processing.
• Daily cash and position reconciliation.
• Act as a focal point for operational issues.

Skills

Strong product knowledge

Excellent technical knowledge

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Education

University degree

Tools

Broadridge (ex-Paladyne)

Job description

Company Overview

Brooklands is a boutique fund management company (ManCo) offering the full scope of operational solutions to investment professionals including regulatory compliance, regulatory authorisation, operations and finance support.

Job Summary

The Operations Analyst will be responsible for the day‑to‑day operations for a new hedge fund client. This individual will join an existing team of 14 across operations and compliance, reporting directly to the COO and the client. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to develop their skills further within a hardworking, entrepreneurial and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Trade booking and processing, as well as responsibility for maintaining accurate data within middle office system
• Daily cash and position reconciliation
• Cash management & treasury
• Daily P&L generation
• Act as a focal point for resolution of all operational issues
• Maintain good relationships with PBs and Fund Admins.
• Provide daily back up and operational support to portfolio managers
• Identify operational inefficiencies and recommend improvements; assist in the implementation of new processes and / or system upgrades
• Shadow NAV with the Admin
• Pnl breakdown
• Ad hoc projects

Required Skills

• University degree essential
• Strong product knowledge
• Excellent technical knowledge
• Thorough understanding of the front to back hedge fund trade operations, groups involved, and how decisions impact each area
• Experience with Broadridge (ex-Paladyne) desirable

Desired Experience

• At least 5 years experience in a similar role essential

Personal Attributes

• Excellent attention to detail and diligence
• Hard working & Good Attitude
• Highly organized
• Self-starter who is accountable, responsible and can work both autonomously & within a team
• Excellent communicator on all relationship levels