Trading Operations Associate

About this role

A leading alternative investment manager is looking to expand the global Operations Team through the addition of a Associate of Trading Operations to provide unparalleled support to the firm’s Corporate Securities business lines. In this role, this individual will oversee all aspects of the life cycle of tradeable securities across APAC markets. The individual will also work closely with all departments of the firm. Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, resourceful, and have excellent communication skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Organize and lead initial investment discussions and ensure the firm’s internal investment pipeline and order management system (OMS) maintain complete, real-time accuracy
Support APAC investment team in the operational aspect of all corporate securities transactions including private convertible bonds and other bespoke direct lending transactions.
Bring a control first mindset to trade management; have an exceptional knowledge of trade capture, post trade reconciliation and controls, asset servicing, and collateral & liquidity management
Work as the first hire on the APAC Operations team to provide high quality coverage to all trading desks, across APAC time zones
Serve as a “go to” resource in APAC for the business, asset management, legal counsel, senior leadership, and other internal stakeholders
Coordinate with the firm’s global custodians, dealers, and prime brokers to launch new accounts, implement controls to minimize errors, and improve daily processing workflows
Support the addition of new global custodians, trading counterparts, deal sources, financing lines, and joint venture relationships
Set up new accounts and entities with the firm’s fund administrator
Work closely with the team to monitor, record and reconcile cash inflows and outflows from new and existing investments
Assist with internal data integrity analysis
Promote and sponsor ad hoc projects as needed
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from a top university, ideally in a quantitative area (e.g., finance, economics, accounting)
3-5 years+ of direct experience at a securities or buy side investment firm
Excellent Microsoft Excel (VBA a plus) skills
Experience with risk, settlements, or trading assistant functions
Experience interacting with Prime Brokers, Custodians, and OTC Counterparties
Experience implementing strategic, scalable solutions to foster Front Office business growth
Experience working with large data sets; an understanding of data hierarchy
The highest level of personal integrity and ethical standards
A positive attitude, strong work ethic and a desire to work collaboratively across the organization
Ability to communicate at a high level
Strong attention to detail

Benefits
Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.