The Middle Office Associate will play a key role in supporting daily operations within the Hedge Fund. This permanent role requires meticulous attention to detail and a strong understanding of middle office functions ideally a candidate from Hedge Fund would suit this.
Client Details
This opportunity is with a well-established and reputable Hedge Fund firm that operates within the banking and financial services sector. As part of a medium-sized organisation, the company is committed to delivering excellence in its field and fostering professional growth for its employees.
Description
Job Description
The Firm is seeking an Analyst for our Treasury & Middle Office team. The group is responsible for managing all trade management and financing needs. As a key member of the team, the role involves working closely with our Investment team and partnering with other areas, including Risk Management, Fund Controllers and Technology.
Location
London, UK
Responsibilities
This Middle Office Associate will play a vital role in support of the Firm’s efforts to invest in the convertible arbitrage, credit, volatility arb, equity derivative and credit derivative markets. Key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
· Develop a deep knowledge and understanding of the Firm’s investment process and technology platform
· Liaise with counterparties to arrange trade settlements and confirmations
· Support the daily trade capture process, primarily spanning EMEA and APAC trading
· Experience with execution and settlement platforms such as FED, DTC, Bloomberg SEF, Market Axess, and ICE Clear
· Work hand-in-hand with traders, portfolio managers and research analysts to manage the execution of complex corporate actions (refinancings, exchanges, acquisitions, etc) among our portfolio companies, arranging third-party documentation required, communicating with our counterparties to ensure timely settlement and engage Controllers internally on p&l recognition of such events
· Creation and maintenance of security set ups spanning all asset classes and engaging trading desk and risk management teams providing oversight to ensure data propagates downstream to all applications for reporting and investment screening
· Review and monitor daily cash and position reconciliations
· Cash and Collateral Management including FX exposure monitoring
· Serve as a liaison between our investment team and prime brokers to secure stock borrows.
Profile
A successful Middle Office Associate, Hedge Fund, Financial Services possesses already and is demonstrable on the CV:
· Experience: 1-3 years of work experience in a similar role, ideally with a multi-strategy or credit hedge fund
· Strong Intellectual Capacity: Must be degree Educated, 2.1 or above from Russell Group or Oxbridge calibre University. In order to gain comprehensive understanding of trading, capital markets and credit derivatives, with the ability to comprehend complex investment products
· Financing Acumen: Understanding of financing solutions for hedge funds
· Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational abilities to effectively manage multiple tasks
· Meticulous Attention to Detail: A commitment to precision and adherence to disciplined processes is essential
· Effective Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders
· Collaborative and Adaptable Team Player: Excels in a dynamic, global team environment and embraces collaboration
· Entrepreneurial Mindset: Brings energy, intellectual curiosity, and a strong dedication to driving results
*The Fund is only looking for the highest calibre candidates with top degrees from good universities and accompanies with 1-3 years experience in a similar role and similar firm*.
Job Offer
*Permanent role in a high calibre Hedge Fund, based in London
*Small team, so the role is really interesting, varied and with lots of visibility
*Competitive salary ranging from GBP 90,000 to GBP 110,000 + bonus
*Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
*Comprehensive benefits package (details to be discussed during the interview process).
Please only apply to this if you fulfil the education and minimum experience within a similar firm. This role does not offer sponsorship. This is an excellent role and company for the right candidate and Michael Page is delighted to be working on this with an excellent local Hedge Fund.