Operations Director , L/S Quant fund

Page Executive; United Kingdom; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Operations Director to manage trade lifecycle and operations in a hedge fund setting. The ideal candidate will have solid hedge fund operations experience, a deep understanding of equity long/short structures, and leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, promoting professional growth within a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• Solid experience in hedge fund operations within a quantitative environment.
• Deep understanding of trade booking and performance attribution.
• Strong grasp of regulatory frameworks and fund structures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end trade lifecycle management across global markets.
• Manage relationships with prime brokers and custodians for efficiency.
• Implement robust middle- and back-office systems for trading strategies.

Skills

Hedge fund operations

Equity long/short structures

Project management

Leadership

Regulatory frameworks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or Engineering

CFA, CAIA, or MBA preferred

Tools

OMS/PMS platforms (e.g., Eze, Enfusion, Bloomberg AIM)

Data integration tools

Job description

About Our Client

The comapny specialized in quantitative trading and investment strategies and private credit.

Job Description

• Oversee end-to-end trade lifecycle management, including execution, clearing, settlement, and reconciliation across global markets.
• Manage relationships with prime brokers, custodians, fund administrators, and technology vendors to ensure operational efficiency.
• Implement and maintain robust middle- and back-office systems to support high-frequency and algorithmic trading strategies.
• Monitor and optimize collateral management, margin requirements, and financing arrangements across long/short positions.
• Lead operational risk management, including compliance with regulatory reporting, audit readiness, and cybersecurity protocols.
• Collaborate with portfolio managers and quants to align operational workflows with strategy-specific requirements, including shorting mechanics and leverage constraints.

The Successful Applicant

• Solid experience in hedge fund operations, preferably within a quantitative or multi-strategy environment.
• Deep understanding of equity long/short structures, trade booking, and performance attribution.
• Proficiency in OMS/PMS platforms (e.g., Eze, Enfusion, Bloomberg AIM) and data integration tools.
• Strong grasp of regulatory frameworks (e.g., SEC, SFC, MAS, MiFID II) and fund structures (e.g., UCITS, Cayman, LPs).
• Exceptional project management and leadership skills, with a track record of building scalable operational teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or Engineering; CFA, CAIA, or MBA preferred.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary in the range of HKD 1260000 to HKD 1540000, depending on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including coverage for spouses.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A supportive and collaborative company culture in Quarry Bay.
• Exposure to cutting-edge quantitative trading strategies in the financial services industry.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as an Operations Director, we encourage you to apply today!