Operations Associate - Hedge Fund

Coopman Search and Selection are delighted to partner exclusively with a leading quantitative investment firm focussed on systematic trading strategies in global markets. The role will report in directly into the Head of Operations. This role is a newly created role and you will cover middle office and back-office functions. Day to day you will support critical daily aspects of corporate actions processing, generating beginning-of-day positions, reviewing and actioning reconciliations, resolving breaks, managing open items in the team inbox, and more. This is a vital role that faces portfolio management teams directly as they rely on Operations to have accurate positions ready for each regional morning. Key Responsibilities: Process and manage corporate actions across all product types (equity, bonds, etc.) Generate and manage the beginning-of-day positions across all product types (equity, bonds, etc.) Monitor and resolve breaks in reconciliations Maintain security master, data warehouse and data integrity by reviewing and actioning alerts and emails Maintain, review, and add overrides for data quality management alerts Collaborate with global team on 24/7 daily handover and open items Back up other Operations members as needed Facilitate ad hoc requests from PM Teams, Senior Management, Risk, Compliance, Legal, etc. Experience Required: Minimum of 3 years of corporate actions or similar operations experience, ideally within a hedge fund or investment bank SQL proficiency is a plus Ability to follow internal controls and policies Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and regions. Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. For a confidential discussion or for further information, please get in touch with chris.wood@coopman.uk As a Certified B Corporation™, we take a different approach to how we do business. Recognised on an international scale as a company that operates for good, we value & incorporate the interests of all of our stakeholders to grow in the most sustainable manner. As a recognised Great Place to Work™, we ensure our workplace is one that fosters professional growth and collaboration.”

Location: The City, GB

Posted Date: 6/25/2025