Operations Analyst - 12 Month FTC

We are working with an established boutique investment management firm looking to hire an Operations Analyst on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Due to the timing of the hire, candidates who are immediately available or able to start at short notice will be prioritised.

This is a broad, hands-on operations role supporting the day-to-day running of the investment platform and working closely with Portfolio Management, Trading, Compliance, Finance and external service providers.

Responsibilities will include:

1. Supporting the full trade lifecycle, including trade capture, allocation, confirmation and settlement
2. Monitoring cash, positions, reconciliations and exception reports
3. Investigating and resolving operational breaks, discrepancies and data issues
4. Supporting corporate actions and cash and position controls
5. Liaising with custodians, administrators and other external service providers
6. Maintaining accurate operational records and evidence of controls
7. Monitoring operational risks, escalating issues where required
8. Supporting reporting, data quality and wider operational controls
9. Contributing to improvements across workflows, automation and operational processes

We are looking for someone with relevant experience within investment management operations who is comfortable working in a hands-on environment and managing a varied workload. You should have a good understanding of the investment and trade lifecycle, strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively with both internal teams and external providers.

This is a 12-month FTC and immediate or short-notice availability is strongly preferred.

Due to the increased number of applications for this role, we may only respond to candidates whose experience most closely matches the criteria.

At Leverton Search, we prioritise equity throughout the recruitment process. We are committed to ensuring fairness and equal opportunities for all applicants. If there is anything we can do to make the process more accessible to you, please let us know.