Join a dynamic and rapidly growing asset management firm as a Trading Operations Specialist, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring seamless trade execution and enhancing operational efficiency. This position offers an exciting opportunity for career growth and development in a collaborative and innovative environment, where your analytical skills will directly impact business outcomes. Embrace the chance to work alongside seasoned professionals and contribute to the evolution of a forward-thinking organization.
Responsibilities:
- Execute and reconcile daily trades to ensure accuracy and compliance with operational standards.
- Manage security master updates and resolve discrepancies with brokers to maintain data integrity.
- Facilitate the onboarding process for new funds, accounts, and client relationships, enhancing operational capabilities.
- Act as the primary liaison for the investment management team regarding operations-related inquiries.
- Monitor daily cash positions and manage fund-level cash ladders to optimize liquidity across portfolios.
- Analyze portfolio performance, including attribution and benchmark reporting, to identify trends and anomalies.
- Prepare and deliver periodic investment and regulatory reports, ensuring timely and accurate information dissemination.
Qualifications:
Must-Have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- 2–5 years of experience in trade operations, middle office, or fund accounting within asset management, hedge funds, or investment banks.
- Strong understanding of fixed income and alternative investment strategies.
- Proficiency in Excel for data analysis and reporting.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a detail-oriented approach.
Nice-to-Have:
- Experience with syndicated loans and portfolio management systems.
- Familiarity with performance measurement methodologies and risk metrics.
- Background in attribution and benchmark analysis.