What are the responsibilities and job description for the Alternatives Middle Office Trade Support Analyst position at JPMorgan Chase?
Are you passionate about Trading Services and thrive in fast-paced environments? Join our team at J.P. Morgan International Private Bank in Edinburgh and leverage your expertise!
As a Trade Support Analyst in the Trading Services Team, you will play a crucial role in supporting the trading operations for hedge fund transactions. You will be responsible for ensuring that trades initiated by investors are executed accurately and efficiently. Post-execution, you will ensure timely settlement and accurate reflection of these trades in our accounting systems. As a key member of the Hedge Funds Trade Support team, you will ensure that all business activities are conducted in a controlled, efficient, and timely manner.
Job responsibilities
- Monitors and controls the daily hedge fund trading flow, conducting necessary checks and generating reports to ensure smooth operations
- Processes trade instructions, manages bookings, settlements, and monitors cut-offs
- Ensures accurate and timely execution, confirmation, and settlement of all hedge fund trades
- Manages cash and stock positions related to hedge fund orders
- Performs daily and periodic position/risk controls, identifying and resolving discrepancies
- Supports project and regulatory initiatives to meet evolving industry standards, drive efficiency, and reduce risk within the team
- Interacts daily with investors, custodians, fund administrators, and various internal stakeholders to address queries and resolve issues
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Highly motivated self-starter with a strong client service mindset
- Team player with excellent communication skills
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and high level of accuracy
- Dynamic, with strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to quickly understand complex issues and exercise sound judgment
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Analytical approach with creative problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in MS Office, with advanced Excel skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
