Markets Operations

MARKETS OPERATIONS

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced professional to join a leading global financial institution as Markets Operations. This pivotal role is designed for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering operational excellence within investment management. The successful candidate will play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of investment operations, supporting multiple offices, and fostering strong relationships with both internal teams and external partners. With a focus on nurturing talent, maintaining robust risk controls, and upholding the highest standards of compliance, this position offers you the chance to make a significant impact while enjoying flexible working opportunities and access to ongoing training. If you are looking for a role where your expertise will be valued and your growth supported, this is the perfect next step in your career.

• Play a central role in managing and optimising middle office operations for a renowned international financial institution, ensuring seamless support across multiple locations.
• Benefit from a supportive leadership team that values collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous professional development through tailored training opportunities.
• Enjoy a workplace culture that prioritises flexibility, inclusivity, and employee wellbeing, empowering you to achieve both personal and professional success.
  
  

What You'll Do

As a Markets Operations, you will be entrusted with overseeing the daily functions that underpin investment operations across various business units. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve coordinating resources efficiently to ensure optimal performance while maintaining budgetary discipline. You will act as a trusted advisor for both internal colleagues and external partners by providing timely guidance on complex operational issues. Building lasting relationships with clients and service providers will be at the heart of your work as you facilitate clear communication between all parties involved in trade support and settlement processes. By identifying training needs within your team and promoting knowledge sharing initiatives, you will help nurture talent and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Your commitment to upholding rigorous compliance standards will be essential as you monitor procedures against regulatory requirements and implement robust risk controls. Working collaboratively with management at both local and regional levels, you will contribute significantly to shaping an efficient operations function that supports business growth while safeguarding organisational interests.

• Oversee the effective and efficient execution of all investment operations activities, providing comprehensive support to multiple offices within the organisation’s network.
• Manage resource allocation strategically to maximise synergy across teams while maintaining strict adherence to departmental budgets.
• Offer expert advice and guidance on operational matters, handling queries promptly to meet client needs and exceed expectations.
• Cultivate and maintain strong working relationships with clients, prime brokers, clearing brokers, vendors, custodians, and other key stakeholders.
• Communicate critical actions clearly to relevant parties such as Client Dealer Support teams, vendors, brokers, and custodians to ensure transparency and alignment.
• Identify individual training needs within the team and foster an environment of continuous learning by establishing positive internal relationships.
• Ensure all operational processes comply fully with internal procedures, key controls, audit requirements, functional instruction manuals, external regulations, and risk prevention measures.
• Monitor current procedures and checklists regularly to guarantee compliance with audit standards and operational risk controls.
• Collaborate closely with local and regional management as well as cross-functional teams to deliver robust operational solutions that drive efficiency.
• Champion best practices in risk assessment, control implementation, and testing to uphold the integrity of the operation.
  
  

What You Bring

To excel as a Markets Operations you will bring substantial experience from similar roles within major financial institutions where you have managed complex trade support or middle office functions. Your background should include deep familiarity with fund service models alongside hands-on proficiency using industry-standard platforms for investment operations. You will have developed specialist knowledge around derivatives—particularly over-the-counter products—and possess practical insight into securities trading confirmations using modern messaging protocols like SWIFT. Your approachability combined with excellent interpersonal skills enables you to connect easily with colleagues at all levels while building trust-based relationships externally. A natural collaborator who values teamwork above all else; your ability to identify skill gaps ensures your team remains knowledgeable and adaptable amid changing regulatory landscapes. Above all else your attention to detail when it comes to risk management sets you apart—ensuring every process meets stringent compliance standards without compromising efficiency or service quality.

• Demonstrated experience managing middle office or trade support functions within international financial institutions is essential for success in this role.
• A thorough understanding of fund service models combined with practical knowledge of how middle office operations fit into broader business contexts is highly desirable.
• Hands-on expertise operating systems such as Calypso, HSBCNet, Multifonds, Markit Enterprise Data Management, TradeFlow or Aladdin would be advantageous.
• In-depth knowledge of derivative management gained within investment banking or fund services industries is required; specific exposure to over-the-counter derivative products is preferred.
• Familiarity with securities trading confirmation processes including settlement procedures, electronic trade confirmations (ETC), and SWIFT settlement message types is important.
• Proven ability to manage teams effectively by fostering collaboration across diverse groups at varying levels of seniority in multiple geographies is vital.
• Strong skills in risk assessment along with experience implementing control frameworks and conducting operational testing are necessary for this position.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills enabling you to build rapport quickly with clients as well as internal stakeholders are expected.
• A track record of identifying training needs within teams coupled with a commitment to supporting professional development is highly valued.
  
  

What Sets This Company Apart

Joining this organisation means becoming part of one of the world’s most respected financial institutions—a place where your contributions are recognised and your professional growth is actively supported. The company prides itself on fostering an inclusive environment where employees from diverse backgrounds can thrive together through shared goals. Flexible working opportunities allow you to balance personal commitments while pursuing career advancement through structured training programmes tailored specifically for operational professionals. The leadership team is committed not only to achieving business excellence but also to nurturing talent at every level—ensuring everyone feels valued for their unique perspectives. With access to cutting-edge technology platforms plus opportunities for cross-border collaboration there’s no better place for ambitious individuals seeking long-term career progression within global finance than here.

What's Next

If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge where your expertise will shape the future of middle office operations we encourage you to apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next career milestone awaits!



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