Senior Expert Operations & Tech overseeing KPI developments and driving operational excellence at leading European bike retailer. Requires experience in operations, process management, and strong analytical skills.
About the role
- Analyst joining Validus Risk Management to support trade lifecycle across various financial instruments. Gaining exposure to global financial markets and developing analytical and operational skills.
Responsibilities
- Support the end-to-end trade lifecycle across FX, derivatives, commodities and futures, including:
- Trade capture and confirmation
- Settlement coordination and payment facilitation
- Reconciliations and break investigation
- Regulatory and internal reporting
- Assist with counterparty onboarding and trading infrastructure setup, including documentation and coordination with investment banks.
- Support fund finance operations and treasury-related activities.
- Assist with LEI management and client documentation processes.
- Collect and organise client financial statements and support ATE testing processes.
- Contribute to the identification of process inefficiencies and assist in implementing improvements.
- Support automation and workflow enhancement initiatives.
- Use Excel and other tools to analyse operational data and improve reporting accuracy and transparency.
- Develop familiarity with automation and data tools such as Python, Alteryx, or Power Query (training and development supported).
- Work closely with senior team members to understand operational workflows and best practices.
- Build effective working relationships with clients, banks, brokers and internal stakeholders.
- Develop strong understanding of regulatory requirements and operational risk controls.
- Take ownership of assigned tasks and proactively seek to improve processes and documentation.
Requirements
- 1–3 years of experience in financial services, capital markets operations, treasury, fund administration, or a related field.
- Exposure to financial instruments such as FX, derivatives, fixed income or commodities is advantageous but not essential.
- Experience in an operational, analytical or process-driven role preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Accounting, or a related discipline.
- Strong Excel skills (including formulas, data manipulation and reconciliation).
- Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.
- Interest in automation, data analysis and improving processes.
- Exposure to Python, Alteryx, VBA, Power BI or similar tools is advantageous but not required.
- High level of accuracy and organisational discipline.
- Strong problem-solving ability and willingness to learn.
- Clear and professional communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.
- Positive, proactive attitude with strong ownership mindset.
Benefits
- Eligible for company bonus scheme
- Enhanced Health Insurance with Dental, Optical and Mental health benefits
- Financial support towards qualifications
- Pension
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