Trade Assistant - Rates An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trade Assistant to join a highly respected financial institution based in the heart of London. This role offers you the chance to become an integral part of a collaborative and supportive team, where your attention to detail and commitment to excellence will be truly valued. You will benefit from a workplace that prioritises flexibility, professional growth, and ongoing training, ensuring you are well-equipped to thrive in your career. The organisation is renowned for its inclusive culture, where every team member's contribution is recognised and celebrated. If you are looking for a position that not only challenges you but also supports your personal and professional development, this is the perfect next step. What you'll do: Point of contact for FICC products including trade booking, matching, discrepancies, amendments, funding, reconciliations, P&L & collateral management. Support senior traders by preparing reports, maintaining records, and providing timely updates on trade status to ensure smooth operations across the desk. Liaise with internal departments such as compliance, settlements, and risk management to resolve queries efficiently and maintain seamless workflow. Monitor market data feeds and update relevant systems with current information to support informed trading decisions by the wider team. Contribute to the reconciliation of trades by verifying transaction details against system records and promptly addressing any discrepancies identified. Participate in regular team meetings to share insights, discuss process improvements, and foster a culture of open communication within the department. Provide exceptional service to both internal stakeholders and external clients by responding promptly to enquiries and delivering accurate information at all times. Assist with ad hoc projects or initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency or supporting business growth objectives within the trading function. What you bring: Knowledge & experience in FICC Products; Money Market CDs/ECPs, REPO/Tri-Party, Fixed Income, FX, Interest Rate Swaps, Derivatives (incl. futures & options). Demonstrated experience working in a similar operations role within financial services or banking environments is highly desirable for this position. Excellent organisational skills with proven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of accuracy under pressure. Strong interpersonal abilities that enable you to build positive relationships with colleagues across different departments and work collaboratively towards shared goals. A keen eye for detail combined with sound analytical thinking ensures you can identify errors quickly and implement effective solutions when required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (particularly Excel) along with familiarity using industry-specific software or trading platforms would be advantageous. Clear written and verbal communication skills allow you to convey complex information concisely when interacting with both internal teams and external partners. A proactive attitude towards learning new processes or technologies demonstrates your commitment to ongoing professional development within the role. Adaptability in response to shifting priorities or urgent requests helps maintain operational continuity during busy periods. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates PandoLogic. Keywords: Trading Assistant, Location: City of London, ENG - SE25 5PY