What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trading Operations Specialist position at Aurum Search Limited?
Our client, a prestigious hedge fund, is seeking to expand its growing Operations team with an Associate hire. The ideal candidate will have 2-6 years of relevant experience gained at a leading investment bank or asset manager.
This role offers an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual eager to contribute to the firm's expansion into new asset classes and support the launch of innovative strategies at scale.
Responsibilities
- Trade Support - Provide pre- and post-trade operational control, working closely with trading and investment teams.
- Portfolio Financing - Oversee daily locate and financing processes.
- New Strategy Buildout - Collaborate with investment, non-investment and tech teams to launch new products.
- Operational Risk Management - Contribute to managing and enhancing the operational risk platform.
Requirements
- An outstanding academic record, with a Bachelor’s degree or higher and a demonstrated track record of achievement.
- Strong work ethic and a sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to assess complex scenarios.
- Relevant experience within a sell-side or buy-side environment.
- The ability to create SQL queries is desirable but not essential
