Operations Associate

Alexander Chapman; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global quantitative investment firm based in London is seeking an Operations Analyst to contribute to their Operations team. The role involves coordinating the onboarding of new trading teams and strategies, maintaining operational workflows, and ensuring collaborative readiness across departments. Ideal candidates should have 1-5 years of relevant experience and possess strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of experience in Operations, Middle Office, or Trade Support.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee the onboarding of new trading teams.
• Maintain and update operational workflows and project management trackers.
• Conduct QA and reconciliation checks during pilot trades.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team-oriented mindset

Technical aptitude

Job description

Operations Analyst – Global Quantitative Investment Firm (London)

Our client, a leading global quantitative investment firm, is seeking an Operations Analyst to join their dynamic and collaborative global Operations team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, technology-driven investment platform supporting multiple trading strategies across global markets.

The role offers exposure to front-to-back trade flows, project-based onboarding work, and cross-department collaboration with Legal, Compliance, Technology, and Portfolio Management teams. Ideal for an adaptable, detail-oriented professional looking to build or advance their career in Operations within a world-class investment environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee the onboarding of new trading teams, strategies, and products
• Maintain and update operational workflows, databases, and project management trackers
• Conduct QA and reconciliation checks during pilot trades and go-live phases
• Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and Technology teams to ensure operational readiness
• Facilitate documentation and communication with prime brokers, counterparties, and vendors
• Support post-onboarding transition to live operations through process education and documentation
• Handle ad-hoc operational requests from management and internal business partners

Requirements

• 1–5 years of experience in Operations, Middle Office, or Trade Support within a financial institution, hedge fund, or trading firm
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proactive, team-oriented mindset
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities
• Technical aptitude and an interest in data, systems, and automation are advantageous