Trade Operations Analyst (12 – Month FTC)

Description

Our client, an industry leading investment firm, is looking for a Trade Operations Analyst to join their  Global Trade Co-Ordination team. The team collaborates with several departments across the company, and the primary focus of this position will be to make sure that the communication and settlements of trades are accurate and timely.

This role is a 12-month, fixed term contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the first point of contact for all trade related enquires from all non-US offices.
• Research and resolve trade and FX discrepancies, working closely with brokers, banks and internal teams.
• Research and evaluate operational requirements of new markets and asset types being considered for investment, as well as monitoring any changes to current markets.
• Manage strategic projects, prioritising information technology needs and requirements.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience within similar trade operations role at a buy-side firm.
• Understanding and interest in Fixed Income & Equity markets.
• Undergraduate degree and relevant professional qualification (IMC or CFA).
• Knowledge of trading systems such as TradeSec, ALERT, OASYS Connect/CTM, Omgeo, TradeSuite & SWIFT.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.

Mason Blake acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Mason Blake is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religious belief or age.