Senior Middle Office Analyst

Senior Middle Office Analyst – Trade Support (Credit)

Hybrid working (3 days in office)

London

We are working with a leading investment firm who are looking for an individual with a focus on Credit to join their Middle Office team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in supporting Asset Managers by reviewing fund profit and loss accounts, ensuring accurate Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations, and promptly addressing operational or valuation concerns.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily reviews and analyses of fund profit and loss accounts across various asset classes, using tools like BloombergNendor data to assist in performance reporting to Asset Managers.
• Perform precise NAV calculations on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis, verifying accrued income and expenses. Additionally, provide intra-NAV estimates upon request.
• Collaborate closely with fund administrators to reconcile final fund NAVs.
• Assess foreign exchange exposures and communicate currency hedging requirements to Asset Managers as needed.
• Review reconciliations among Custodians, Prime brokers, and internal records, coordinating investigations and corrections for discrepancies.
• Generate ad-hoc reports on performance and historic trading analysis for Asset Managers and senior management.
• Participate in meetings with administrators and pricing committees.
• Ensure pricing governance and controls meet high standards, identifying and mitigating pricing risks, and documenting any framework enhancements.
• Apply technical expertise in securities pricing across business operations.
• Evaluate existing systems, processes, and procedures, recommending enhancements as appropriate.
• Represent the team on broader projects such as trading system upgrades and regulatory change integration.
• Provide oversight and monitoring of service providers.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Hold a qualification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).
• Previous experience in Credit is essential.
• Strong numerical aptitude.
• Background in Financial Services, particularly in investment banks or asset management firms.
• Solid understanding of traded financial instruments.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to take ownership of individual tasks.
• Proficient in analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills, capable of engaging with multiple senior stakeholders.