Trade Operations Manager | London (Hybrid)
Are you a proven leader in Investment Operations with a passion for driving performance, empowering teams, and delivering operational excellence? Our client are looking for a dynamic Trade Operations Manage to lead their Trade Operations function and ensure the delivery of efficient, compliant, and high-impact services to our business and stakeholders.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Lead and manage the Trade Operations team (team of 3), ensuring the function is well-resourced with the right expertise to meet operational goals.
- Coach and develop talent to strengthen both technical and interpersonal capabilities across the team.
- Analyse business performance using MI and KPI data to drive continuous improvement and high-impact results.
- Oversee the delivery of BAU activities, project implementation, and change initiatives while supporting professional development within the team.
- Produce insightful reports tailored to relevant stakeholders, with clear analysis and recommendations covering risk events, process efficiency, and strategic initiatives.
What You’ll Bring:
Experience & Knowledge:
- Strong background in Investment Operations, preferably within a corporate or consulting setting.
- Solid understanding of the trade life cycle, operating models, reconciliations, and financial products (e.g. Fixed Income, FX, Money Market Funds).
- Exposure to corporate actions, risk and audit frameworks, and change management.
- Familiarity with derivative markets and regulatory requirements for insurance and investment products.
- Recognised qualification such as IOC (Investment Operations Certificate); IMC or equivalent desirable.
Skills & Attributes:
- Proven ability to lead, influence, and develop teams and individuals.
- Confident in managing upwards and across functions with strong stakeholder engagement.
- Highly organised, commercially astute, and delivery-focused.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to interpret data and present clear insights and recommendations.
- Committed to continuous improvement and operational efficiency
Why Join Them?
This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and lead a critical function in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. You’ll work with talented professionals, gain exposure to a broad range of financial instruments and regulatory environments, and play a key role in driving innovation and operational excellence.
Please apply below if interested
