Position: Associate – Operations Team A well-established and highly regarded proprietary trading firm is seeking an Associate to join its dynamic Operations Team. Responsibilities: Reconcile internal data with external parties for positions, trades, cash, NAV, and fees. Contribute to the automation of daily tasks and workflows. Pre-match trades and manage fails across various markets. Support clearing and settlement processes across asset classes, including Equities, Fixed Income, Derivatives, FX, Commodities, and Crypto. Handle end-of-day trade processing and daily PnL reporting. Investigate breaks raised by internal teams and external counterparties. Maintain and manage data systems to minimize and resolve discrepancies. Build strong relationships with brokers to address and improve daily operational issues. Work with external software providers to troubleshoot and enhance existing systems. Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities. Collaborate with global teams to ensure smooth handovers and workflows. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Computer Science, or a related field. 3–5 years of relevant experience in trading operations or dev operations within financial services. Strong interest in post-trade infrastructure. Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (Look-ups, Pivot Tables, Conditional Statements). Exceptional analytical and communication skills. A proactive attitude and adaptability to learn and implement new processes. Basic knowledge of global markets. Buy-side experience and familiarity with the fee/commission landscape (preferred). Experience with task management tools like JIRA (preferred). Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and handle diverse responsibilities. Benefits: Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses. Generous holiday entitlement, including paid leave and public holidays. Complimentary meals, snacks, and refreshments. Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, medical, dental, and income protection plans. Wellness program support, including expense reimbursements. Access to educational events, workshops, and charitable donation matching initiatives. The firm offers a collaborative and engaging workplace environment with a focus on employee well-being and professional development.