Operations/Execution Analyst – Fixed Term Contract

A successful trading team is looking for a Operations/Execution analyst to join their team on an initial contract basis.

Responsibilities

• Support daily trade execution across multiple asset classes, with a particular focus on delta one products (e.g. equity swaps, index futures, ETFs and baskets), ensuring timely and accurate booking of trades.
• Monitor orders, fills, and position records in delta one and related products, resolving discrepancies and escalating issues to traders as needed.
• Produce and verify P&L, risk, and exposure reports for delta one books, highlighting anomalies or operational risks to the trading team.
• Use programming and analytical tools to reconcile data, build simple tools, and enhance trading/operations efficiency for delta one strategies.
• Track market events, corporate actions, and index/ETF changes that may affect delta one positions, ensuring accurate reflection in systems.

Background

• Degree in: finance, economics, maths, physics, engineering, computer science, or a related field
• Strong interest in business and markets and economics
• Prior internship/grad scheme experience beneficial
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in mathematics
• Proficiency in software programming
• Familiarity with financial markets, derivatives, and options (a plus but not required)
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.