Trading Operations Assistant 2025 Graduates (Maths / Statistics / Economics)
Location: City of London, on site Monday to Friday.
This is a trading operations role (not financial trading). The position operates on a shift pattern, including early mornings, late evenings, and approximately 50% weekend work. You must be eligible to work in the UK, the client cannot consider any visas.
A long-standing and highly regarded client of ours is seeking high-calibre 2025 graduate to join their Trading Operations team. Operating within the global sports trading sector, this is an excellent opportunity for numerate graduates to work with large, complex datasets in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment alongside highly skilled professionals.
This role is ideal for driven, detail-oriented graduates looking to develop strong analytical, operational, and technical skills within a dynamic organisation offering excellent training and career progression.
As part of the Operations team, you will be responsible for monitoring and supporting global trading activity via proprietary trading platforms operating 24/7. You will play a key role in ensuring accuracy, identifying anomalies, and supporting the smooth functioning of the trading lifecycle. Monitoring and operating trading platforms on a 24/7 basis
Liaising with traders, counterparties, and trading venues as required
BSc degree (2:1 or above), ideally in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
SQL knowledge is advantageous but can be learned on the job
Willingness to work flexible hours, including regular weekend shifts (approximately 50% of working time)
City of London, on site Monday to Friday
Comfortable swapping weekdays for weekend work
A proactive, self-starting attitude with the initiative to contribute to both existing and new projects