Senior Analyst/Analyst - Middle Office

• Own timely and accurate delivery of daily and monthly middle office operations, proactively identifying and resolving issues to ensure seamless trade lifecycle management and operational excellence
• Manage investment product setup and maintenance by creating, updating, and reviewing investment products in the firm's database and trading universe, ensuring data integrity and trading readiness
• Support front office operations by processing and reviewing trades not booked by the desk, validating trade economics, and responding to P&L queries from investment managers with detailed analysis and resolution
• Coordinate cross-functionally with Trade Accounting and Operations teams to ensure trade confirmations and settlements are completed in accordance with firm policies and client requirements, escalating exceptions as needed
• Partner with technology and product teams on platform enhancements, special projects, bespoke reporting requirements, and UAT testing of new functionalities to drive continuous improvement
• Lead client onboarding initiatives to the Arcesium platform, ensuring smooth transitions and comprehensive setup of new client funds and investment strategies
• Mentor and develop team members by contributing to work allocation, providing guidance on complex activities, and supporting the growth of junior resources across middle office functions
• Work within a global team structure, collaborating with colleagues across multiple locations to deliver consistent, high-quality middle office services

• An MBA, MSc in Finance, CFA, or any another equivalent qualification
• Experience of 2-6 years in the financial services industry with knowledge of listed and OTC instruments
• An in-depth understanding of the various stages of the trade life- cycle
• An understanding of data sources such as Reuters, Bloomberg, etc.
• Attention to detail and drive to achieve process efficiencies
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and coordinate with different teams across multiple geographies
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage in client discussions around business processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft office applications and SQL

Experience in VBA/Python is a big plus