Operations Analyst – Tier 1 Hedge Fund

CassonX; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hedge fund community is seeking a Managing Director for Specialist Operations and Middle Office Recruitment. This prestigious firm, known for its innovative global macro strategy, offers a dynamic environment focused on career growth and exceptional compensation. The role demands strong expertise in OTC derivatives and post-trade support, with responsibilities including designing reconciliations and managing margin calls. Join a collaborative team dedicated to operational excellence and contribute to the firm's success while enjoying long-term career opportunities in a merit-based, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Exceptional education with a 2.1 degree in a STEM subject from a Russell Group institution.
• Relevant experience in Operations, preferably from a buyside firm.

Responsibilities

• Designing and performing daily controls via reconciliations across various asset classes.
• Managing daily OTC/Exchange margin calls and overseeing post-trade processes.

Skills

OTC Derivatives Knowledge

Post-Trade Support Skills

Reconciliation Skills

Infrastructure Development

Education

2.1 degree in STEM

A-Levels or international equivalents

Tools

Traiana

CTM

TRM/Harmony

MarkitWire

PB portals

Job description

Managing Director - Specialist Operations and Middle Office Recruitment

CassonX is delighted to be recruiting for this prestigious Tier 1 business, one of the most recognized names in the Hedge Fund Community globally. This alternative fund manager combines relative value and direct trading through a global macro strategy, aiming to generate outstanding, uncorrelated returns well above benchmarks. With over 200 staff worldwide and managing over €15bn in AUM, this firm offers long-term career growth, above-market compensation, a collegiate environment, and internal mobility opportunities.

Applicants must demonstrate exceptional education, including at least a 2.1 degree in a STEM subject from a Russell Group or equivalent institution, and excellent A-Levels or international equivalents. Relevant experience in a similar Operations role is required, preferably from a buyside firm, though candidates from sell-side (Prime Brokerage) backgrounds may also be considered. Strong OTC Derivatives knowledge, especially in complex products or Fixed Income, and exceptional post-trade support skills are essential.

Candidates who do not meet the educational criteria may still be considered for other roles within our hedge fund network. A detailed job description is available upon reviewing a relevant CV. Responsibilities include:

1. Designing, prioritizing, building, and performing daily controls via reconciliations (position, trade, cash) across Equities, FI, Rates, Credit, and Commodities.
2. Providing operational input for infrastructure development, working with technology and external vendors to create scalable processes across product verticals.
3. Managing daily OTC/Exchange margin calls.
4. Reviewing breaks in electronic affirmation platforms (Traiana, CTM, TRM/Harmony, MarkitWire, PB portals).
5. Overseeing post-trade processes performed by third-party administrators and ensuring appropriate escalation responses.
6. Supporting lifecycle processing (e.g., Succession Events, Corporate Actions, Credit Events), including managing rights under event trading strategies.

We are committed to fair employment opportunities for all applicants and promote a merit-based, inclusive recruitment process. Please contact us if you require assistance during the interview process.

CassonX specializes in Operations, Middle Office, and Distribution recruitment, bringing industry experience and passion to connect talent with leading firms.