Operations Associate, Middle Office

Fitch Group, Inc., Fitch Ratings, Inc., Fitch Solutions Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking global financial services organization as an Operations Associate in Manchester. This role offers the chance to be part of a highly skilled team focused on enhancing operational efficiency for analytical teams. You'll engage in maintaining accurate data, supporting ratings analysts, and identifying opportunities for process improvements. With a commitment to exceptional client service, this position is ideal for motivated individuals seeking professional growth in a dynamic environment. Embrace the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a diverse and collaborative culture.

Benefits

Opportunities for internal career growth

Professional development training and certifications

Collaborative global team environment

Diverse and engaged team of peers

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required; 2+ years in admin or operations preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate data and perform routine administrative tasks for ratings analysts.
• Collaborate with teams to complete day-to-day requests and special projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Customer service

Proactivity

Flexibility

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

2+ years experience in administrative or operational position

Tools

Proprietary applications

Job description

Operations Associate, Middle Office, Manchester

Fitch Ratings’ Middle Office Operations team is seeking Operations Associates to join the group in our Manchester office.

Fitch Ratings Operations is focused on developing an efficient operating environment for analytical teams by bringing consistency and standardization to all operational aspects of the rating process.

What We Offer:

• Be a part of a highly skilled and collaborative global team.
• A diverse and engaged team of high-achieving peers.
• Opportunities for internal career growth and professional development, including training and certifications.

We’ll Count on You To:

• Maintain accurate data, electronic documentation, and perform timely routine administrative tasks in support of the ratings analysts using Fitch’s proprietary applications.
• Partner with team members to ensure the successful completion of day-to-day and ad hoc requests and special projects.
• Engage collaboratively with analytical teams, IT and others to ensure that the correct processes are followed to meet the needs of the users.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the current processes, procedures, applications, management reports and training to provide the highest quality support to the global analytical community.
• Promote an overall understanding of existing and new compliance and regulatory issues and related policies and procedures.

What You Need to Have:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) or 2+ years experience in an administrative or operational position.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Highly motivated, flexible, proactive, and adaptable to change.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter who can work well both independently and as part of a team environment.
• Customer focused with the commitment to providing exceptional client service.

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Experience working at a global financial services organisation.
• Interest in financial services.
• Experience in a client-facing role.
• Experience in data management and fixed income knowledge would be a plus.

Why Fitch?

At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us. Our global network of colleagues comes together to accomplish things greater than they ever could alone.

Every team member is essential to our business and each perspective is critical to our success. We embrace a diverse culture that encourages a free exchange of ideas, guaranteeing your voice will be heard and your work will have an impact, regardless of seniority.

We are building incredible things at Fitch and we invite you to join us on our journey.

Fitch Ratings is a leading provider of credit ratings, commentary and research. Dedicated to providing value beyond the rating through independent and prospective credit opinions, Fitch ratings offers global perspectives shaped by strong local market experience and credit market expertise.

Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Wholly owned by the Hearst Corporation, we are comprised of three main businesses: Fitch Ratings | Fitch Solutions | Fitch Learning.

Fitch Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.