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Senior Associate – Trading Operations
Validus Risk Management. Own and oversee end-to-end trade lifecycle activities across FX, derivatives, commodities and futures .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in managing end-to-end trade lifecycle activities across FX, derivatives, and commodities, with a strong focus on operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and process improvement. Proficient in advanced Excel for data analysis and operational control, with a proven ability to mentor and lead junior team members.
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Trade Lifecycle ManagementAdvanced Excel SkillsOperational Risk ManagementFinancial Markets ExperienceProcess Improvement
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Hard Skills
Trade CaptureSettlement ProcessesReconciliationData AnalysisOperational ControlPythonAlteryxCash MovementsRegulatory ReportingLEI Management
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsDetail-OrientedProfessional CommunicationMentoringOwnership Mindset
Tools & Technologies
ExcelPower QueryPower Pivot
Certifications & Qualifications
CFAFRMCAIA
Industry Keywords
FXDerivativesCommoditiesCapital MarketsOperational ProcessesInvestment BanksBrokersCounterpartiesFinancial StatementsOperational Oversight
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesPython
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Own and oversee end-to-end trade lifecycle activities across FX, derivatives, commodities and futures
- Manage trade capture, confirmation and affirmation
- Oversee settlement, payments and cash movements
- Perform reconciliations and investigate breaks
- Complete regulatory and internal reporting
- Support trading infrastructure onboarding with investment banks, brokers and counterparties
- Act as a primary operational contact for external counterparties, vendors and internal stakeholders
- Support fund finance and treasury-related operations
- Collect and review client financial statements and conduct ATE testing
- Manage LEI onboarding and renewals
- Improve, standardise and automate operational processes and workflows
- Use advanced Excel for operational control, reporting and efficiency
- Use data to identify inefficiencies, reduce manual processing and strengthen operational oversight
- Contribute to scalable operational infrastructure supporting business growth
- Act as an informal team lead by training, coaching and guiding junior team members
- Serve as an escalation point for complex operational issues
- Partner with senior management on operational initiatives, change delivery and process redesign
- Ensure adherence to policies, procedures and control frameworks
- Monitor regulatory requirements and industry best practices
- Identify operational risks and contribute to mitigation strategies
Requirements
What you’ll need- 5+ years’ experience in financial markets or capital markets operations, ideally within FX, derivatives or hedging
- Strong understanding of trade lifecycle mechanics, market infrastructure, settlement processes and operational risk
- Proven ability to take ownership of complex workflows and deliver consistently under pressure
- Experience in a growing or evolving operating environment is strongly preferred
- Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas and logic, Power Query and Power Pivot
- Demonstrated experience using Excel to improve processes, enhance controls and deliver operational insight
- Experience with Python and/or Alteryx is desirable but not essential
- Comfortable working with large datasets and translating data into actionable operational outcomes
- Evidence of training, mentoring or coaching junior team members
- Strong ownership mindset and confidence to challenge existing processes and drive improvement
- Highly analytical, detail-oriented and resilient under time pressure
- Clear, professional communication with operations, front office, clients and counterparties
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics or a related discipline
- Professional qualifications such as CFA, FRM or CAIA are desirable assets
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive remuneration package (salary + bonus)
- Health care
- Retirement plans
- Financial support towards professional qualifications
- Equal opportunity and inclusive work environment
- Diversity-focused workplace
- Teamwork, integrity, accountability and continuous-improvement culture