Senior Operations Associate

JR United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quantitative investment firm seeks a Senior Operations Associate to oversee the onboarding of portfolio managers and their trading strategies. Based in Milton Keynes, this role requires operational expertise and project management skills, with a focus on compliance and collaboration across various teams. Ideal candidates will have 4-7 years of experience in operations within hedge funds or asset management, with strong proficiency in Excel and SQL.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Sustainable operations investment

Culture fostering collaboration

Qualifications

• 4-7 years in operations, onboarding, or related roles within hedge funds or financial services.
• Proficiency in Excel and SQL is essential.
• Strong skills in communication and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage the onboarding process for new portfolio managers.
• Coordinate with compliance, legal, IT, and operations teams for onboarding requirements.
• Develop project plans and timelines for operational tasks.

Skills

Project Management

Operational Expertise

Strong Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Tools

Excel

SQL

OMS/EMS

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Senior Operations Associate, Milton Keynes

col-narrow-left

Client:

Coopman Search and Selection | B Corp

Location:

Job Category:

Other

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

col-narrow-right

Job Views:

3

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

col-wide

Job Description:

Coopman Search and Selection is partnering exclusively with a leading quantitative investment firm focused on systematic trading strategies in global markets. The role reports directly to the Operations Manager based in London.

This is a newly created role vital for onboarding portfolio managers (PMs) and their trading strategies within the organization. It requires operational expertise, project management skills, and an interest or understanding of trading and hedge fund environments. Broader responsibilities across the middle office are also included.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage onboarding processes for new portfolio managers, including account setup, infrastructure, and connectivity.
• Coordinate with compliance, legal, IT, risk, and operations teams to meet onboarding requirements.
• Facilitate trading account establishment and ensure compliance with counterparty requirements.
• Oversee data integration, execution workflows, and performance monitoring setups.
• Ensure documentation and configuration of trading systems and platforms are complete.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables.
• Serve as the primary contact for onboarding queries and provide updates to stakeholders.
• Coordinate with brokers, exchanges, and data providers for smooth onboarding.
• Maintain communication with portfolio managers to address their needs.

Experience Required:

• 4-7 years in operations, onboarding, or related roles within hedge funds, asset management, or financial services.
• Proficiency in Excel, SQL, and relevant financial/operational software; OMS/EMS experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration across teams and regions.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

For confidential discussions or more information, please contact [emailprotected]

As a Certified B Corporation, we operate for good, valuing sustainability and stakeholder interests. Recognized as a Great Place to Work, we foster professional growth and collaboration.