Operations Analyst (HFT)

Our client is a High-Frequency Trading firm, who operate across multiple asset classes in many major international markets. They are seeking an Operations Analyst to grow their operations function and would suit a candidate who can thrive a fast-paced environment.

Some of the Key Responsibilities include:

• Oversee daily trade booking, position and P&L reconciliations, settlement issues, and corporate action events.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of trades, positions, cash balances, costs, and P&L attribution.
• Manage all operational aspects across the trade lifecycle, from execution through settlement.
• Liaise with counterparties, custodians, and prime brokers to onboard new business and resolve day-to-day operational issues.
• Identify and lead process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and scalability.
• Design and implement automated solutions using VBA, SQL, and Python to streamline workflows and apply data management best practices.
• Document processes, enhancements, and solutions to ensure effective knowledge transfer and team alignment.

To be eligible for this role you will require:

• Minimum 3 years of mid-office or operations experience, preferably within a buy-side environment (hedge funds, proprietary trading) or prime brokerage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Strong product knowledge across listed equities, ETFs, derivatives, and FX.
• Familiarity with Asian securities markets and relevant regulatory frameworks is preferred.
• Advanced Excel proficiency, with hands-on experience using VBA, SQL, and Python.
• Proven experience driving process improvements and designing automated solutions, ideally in a trading environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving operational issues.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly document and explain technical solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proactive, assertive, and adaptable mindset, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Please contact Chezereen Williams by emailing your cv directly in word format with job reference no JOB- 16026 to [email protected]

Please note that due to the high number of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us in the next 5 business days we regret to inform you that your application for this position was unsuccessful.

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