Senior Operations Associate

JR United Kingdom; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quantitative investment firm seeks an Operations Manager to oversee the onboarding of portfolio managers and their trading strategies. With a blend of operational expertise and project management, the role involves extensive coordination with internal teams and external brokers, ensuring a seamless onboarding process in the hedge fund environment.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in operations, onboarding, or related roles.
• Proficiency in Excel and SQL.
• Experience with OMS/EMS systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end onboarding processes for new portfolio managers.
• Coordinate with internal teams like compliance, legal, IT, risk, and operations.
• Oversee data integrations and performance monitoring setups.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Tools

Excel

SQL

OMS/EMS systems

Job description

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Coopman Search and Selection are delighted to partner exclusively with a leading quantitative investment firm focused on systematic trading strategies in global markets. The role will report directly to the Operations Manager based in London.

This is a newly created role that will play a pivotal part in ensuring the seamless onboarding of portfolio managers (PMs) and their trading strategies within their global organization. The position requires a blend of operational expertise, project management skills, and an understanding or interest in the trading and hedge fund environment. It also includes broader responsibilities across the middle office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end onboarding processes for new portfolio managers, including account setup, infrastructure, and connectivity for trading.
• Coordinate with internal teams such as compliance, legal, IT, risk, and operations to meet onboarding requirements.
• Facilitate the establishment of trading accounts and ensure they comply with counterparty requirements.
• Oversee data integrations, execution workflows, and performance monitoring setups for new onboarded teams.
• Ensure proper documentation and configuration of trading systems and platforms.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables for onboarding.
• Serve as the primary contact for onboarding-related queries and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
• Liaise with external brokers, exchanges, and data providers to ensure smooth onboarding.
• Maintain strong communication channels with portfolio managers to address their needs and requirements.

Experience Required:

• 4-7 years of experience in operations, onboarding, or related roles within hedge funds, asset management, or financial services.
• Proficiency in tools like Excel, SQL, and other financial and operational software; experience with OMS/EMS systems is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and regions.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Ability to adapt and succeed in a collaborative setting.

For a confidential discussion or more information, please contact [emailprotected]

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