About The Role


FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Trade Operations Analyst to work for our client within the Banking sector. This is initially a 12 month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role that will be based in London.
We are supporting a global financial services organisation in the search for a Trade Operations Analyst to join a high-performing Margins-focused operations team. The role offers exposure to complex products and high-value cash movements within a fast-paced institutional environment.
The team supports margin and collateral activities across multiple asset classes, with a particular focus on OTC derivatives and exchange-traded futures.
This opportunity is well suited to junior candidates with a strong academic foundation in finance or risk, who are eager to build hands-on experience within a critical control function.
Responsibilities:
*Support daily trade operations activities within a margins and collateral function
*Process and monitor margin calls, settlements, and related cash movements
*Provide operational support across OTC derivatives and futures products
*Liaise with internal teams including risk, trading, and wider operations
*Investigate and resolve breaks, exceptions, and time-critical issues
*Ensure activities align with operational controls, procedures, and regulatory expectations
*Operate effectively in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment
About You
*Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Risk, or a related discipline
*Exposure to risk, operations, or financial markets (academic or professional)
*Basic understanding of derivatives, margining, or collateral concepts
*Demonstrated ability to remain calm, accurate, and resilient under pressure
*Strong numerical skills and attention to detail
*Clear communicator with a proactive and collaborative approach