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Middle Office Operations Analyst

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Schonfeld

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Banking & Finance
  • London
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need strong Excel/VBA skills, product knowledge in fixed income/macros, experience with vendors, process automation, a positive mindset, attention to detail, and a degree in Finance or related fields.
  • You will automate processes, manage trade flows, reconcile cash and positions, support trading desk interactions, and oversee static data management while driving process improvements and vendor relationships.

Requirements

  • What you need:
  • Excellent Excel skills: comfortable writing macros / VBA
  • Excellent product knowledge of macros and fixed income
  • Products to include, rates, FX, credit, FI, repos, futures, and various swap products
  • Previous experience working with vendors and 3rd parties
  • Past track record for process automation/enhancements and strong technical skills
  • Positive mindset and ability to work effectively in a global team
  • Committed, able to work under pressure and great team player
  • Support business growth and partake in various projects
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Diligent working style with attention to detail and high standards for quality
  • Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related degree

Responsibilities

  • Automation of key daily processes in the DMFI operations team
  • Identify and drive process improvement opportunities to improve front to back efficiency and controls
  • Process full trade flow lifecycle, from capture to settlement with associated exception management
  • Daily TO controls and assisting with T+1 cash, position, and trade reconciliations with brokers, custodians, and other vendors
  • Support with trade bookings, reporting, P&L enquiries, compliance protocols, confirmation processing
  • Constant engagement with trading desk, PMs, risk, compliance, financing, technology, and other internal teams
  • Static data management across internal and external vendors to ensure seamless data flow
  • Self-starter and independent worker with strong sense of ownership, capable of delivering, driving, and shaping results and to meet deadlines under pressure
  • Develop relationships with key external service providers, ensuring oversight of outsourced processes and optimizing working relationships

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of a Middle Office Operations Analyst at Schonfeld?

The main responsibility includes successful operational delivery, participating in process improvements, and assisting the Operations Manager with firm initiatives and strategies.

Is experience with automation required for this position?

Yes, a past track record for process automation/enhancements and strong technical skills are required.

What key skills are necessary for this role?

Excellent Excel skills, strong product knowledge of macros and fixed income, and experience working with vendors and third parties are necessary.

Will the analyst need to engage with other teams?

Yes, constant engagement with the trading desk, portfolio managers, risk, compliance, financing, technology, and other internal teams is expected.

Are there specific programming skills desired for this position?

Yes, prior experience in writing Python code is preferred.

What types of products will the analyst work with?

The analyst will work with products including rates, FX, credit, fixed income, repos, futures, and various swap products.

What educational background is required for this role?

A degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required.

How important is attention to detail in this position?

Attention to detail and a high standard for quality are crucial for this role.

Is experience with specific systems beneficial for applicants?

Yes, familiarity with systems such as Geneva, Traiana, CTM, MW, or MTM is an advantage.

Does Schonfeld emphasize team collaboration?

Yes, Schonfeld fosters a teamwork-oriented, collaborative environment where ideas from all levels are encouraged and shared.

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Schonfeld

Finance
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1988
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Schonfeld Strategic Advisors is a multi-manager platform that invests its capital with Internal and Partner portfolio managers, primarily on an exclusive or semi-exclusive basis, across four trading strategies; quantitative, fundamental equity, tactical trading and discretionary macro & fixed income. We have created a unique structure to provide global portfolio managers with autonomy, flexibility and support to best enable them to maximize the value of their businesses. Over the last 30 years, Schonfeld has successfully capitalized on inefficiencies and opportunities within the markets. We have developed and invested heavily in proprietary technology, infrastructure and risk analytics and continue to capitalize on new opportunities. In 2021 we launched our newest strategy, discretionary macro & fixed income as part of the continual growth of Schonfeld’s investible universe. Our portfolio exposure has expanded across the Americas, Europe and Asia as well as multiple asset classes and products.