Job Overview
1. As a Trading Desk Support Analyst, you will play a critical role in ensuring seamless trade support and settlement processes across various markets.
2. Your primary responsibility will be to act as the first line of support between our investment team and external brokers.
Detailed Responsibilities
* Monitor and reconcile trade activity and settlement across UK and European markets.
* Prepare and maintain internal reports (positions, PnL, financing, broker costs, etc.)
* Support trade entry, allocations, and confirmation processes.
* Work with internal systems to input new deals and maintain trade data.
* Liaise with the KYC/onboarding team to manage counterparty account setup.
* Assist with regulatory reporting and audit-related documentation.
* Collaborate with US Ops team on shared workflows and reporting initiatives.
* Identify and implement improvements to operational processes and reporting.
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Required Skills and Qualifications
* 3+ years of experience in middle office, settlements, trade support, or related roles.
* Strong technical skills - hands-on experience with SQL Server, Excel, VBA, and MS Access is essential.
* Experience in data automation, reporting tools, and scripting is highly valued; Python is a strong plus.
* Familiarity with the full trade lifecycle and European settlement mechanics.
* Strong understanding of equities, convertible bonds, and derivatives.
* Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment.
* Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
* Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
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What We Offer
If you are interested in partnering with us, please reach out to recruiting@sig.