A leading global investment manager is seeking a talented Trade Assistant to support its Front Office trading teams across rates, fixed income, credit and equities. This role works closely with Portfolio Managers and Traders in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities Include:
* Conducting pre and post‑trade checks, trade capture and validation across listed and OTC products.
* Monitoring trade flows, position and P&L reconciliations, and resolving breaks with internal and external counterparts.
* Liaising with middle office, operations and brokers to ensure timely allocation, confirmation and settlement.
* Supporting the onboarding of new products, markets and counterparties, including coordination with legal, risk and operations.
* Assisting traders with ad hoc analysis, reporting and desk support (e.g. exposure reports, risk and limit monitoring).
The Successful candidate will have:
* Two to six years in a Trade Support / Trade Assistant / Middle Office role gained within reputable investment banks, hedge funds, or asset managers.
* Extensive, hands-on experience covering Rates, Fixed Income, Credit or Equities products.
* Proven post-trade operations expertise.
* Confidence communicating under pressure in a time‑sensitive environment.
* A detail‑oriented attitude towards work and be highly organised.
* An ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast paced environment.
This role represents an opportunity to work directly with trading desks at a leading investment firm, offering exposure to a broad set of markets and products with genuine scope to develop into more senior desk-facing roles over time. As such, they’ll be willing to offer a competitive compensation package.