Senior Collateral Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm seeks a Senior Collateral Analyst to take charge of collateral operations, becoming the subject matter expert and collaborating across teams. You will leverage your expertise in OTC derivatives and collateral management to ensure smooth operations and lead process improvements within a dynamic investment environment.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in collateral management within banking or asset management.
• Strong technical knowledge of OTC derivatives and related regulations.
• Proven track record in change delivery and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day collateral operations and oversee outsourcing.
• Resolve failed settlements and disputes with counterparties.
• Lead enhancements to collateral processes and optimize portfolio.

Skills

Collateral management

Communication

Organisational skills

Influencing skills

Operational risk management

Tools

TriOptima

Deco

Apex

Aladdin

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Our Buy Side Client are Hiring: Senior Collateral Analyst | Be the SME for Collateral Operations in the team

Are you an experienced collateral professional ready to take ownership and make a real impact? We’re looking for a Senior Collateral Analyst to lead and manage all aspects of our collateral operations — becoming the central point of contact and subject matter expert across the business.

What You’ll Do:

• Take full responsibility for day-to-day collateral management and oversight of outsourced services.
• Resolve failed settlements and manage disputes by working directly with counterparties and valuation sources.
• Monitor and optimise the collateral portfolio, initiating substitutions when needed.
• Lead enhancements to collateral processes through change initiatives and documentation.
• Support the Investment team with post-trade activities and contribute to new business readiness.
• Manage liquidity processes, ensuring accurate, timely information for Portfolio Managers.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and third-party providers.

What They're Looking For:

• Solid experience in collateral management within banking, asset management, insurance, or hedge funds
• Strong technical knowledge of OTC derivatives, regulations (EMIR, SFTR, Solvency II), and documentation (ISDAs, CSAs, etc.)
• Familiarity with collateral tools (TriOptima, Deco, Apex); Aladdin experience is a plus
• A proven track record in change delivery and process improvement
• Strong communication, organisational, and influencing skills
• Commercially aware and proactive in managing operational risk

Why Join Them?

This is your opportunity to step into a high-visibility role with real ownership. You'll be the "go-to" expert on collateral — with the support to lead change, shape best practices, and make your mark in a dynamic investment environment.