Derivatives Operations Analyst (FX)
G MASS Consulting · London
G MASS Consulting are working with a leading international bank to appoint a Derivatives Operations Analyst to join their London operations team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career candidate to build a strong foundation in post-trade operations within a well-established and supportive environment.
The team handles the confirmation and settlement of a broad range of derivative products, with FX derivatives forming a key area of focus. You will work within a controlled framework of procedures, build your product knowledge through cross-training, and play an active part in the smooth day-to-day running of the desk.
Responsibilities
- Confirm and settle derivative trades accurately and within agreed deadlines, in line with internal and group operating procedures
- Develop a working knowledge of the full product range through cross-training, with particular emphasis on FX derivatives
- Raise potential operational issues promptly with team leadership and help drive them through to resolution
- Work within the firm’s quality and control standards at all times
- Review existing processes and put forward ideas for improvement
- Communicate clearly and efficiently with colleagues and stakeholders, both verbally and in writing
- Support the wider team with ad-hoc tasks as needed
Requirements
- Some exposure to an operations, finance or office-based environment is beneficial, though not essential
- Strong numerical and analytical ability
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach
- Well organised, with good time management and attention to detail
- Confident user of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Benefits
Permanent Contract
Competitive Salary
Hybrid working