Core Operations Analyst at Schonfeld

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Hedge Funds, Asset ManagementIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or any other related field
Experience in trading operations role (preferably buy-side, but would consider IB/admin/AM candidates)
Highly analytical and detail-oriented team player with strong interpersonal skills, exceptional problem-solving skills, a strong control mindset and a high level of self-leadership
Strong product knowledge of financial instruments e.g. Equities, Swaps, Futures & Options, FX, Bonds, OTC etc
Experienced in performing reconciliations, including break resolution
Experience working with large data sets and analyzing data using Microsoft Excel functions like pivot tables and vlookup etc
Experience of OMS/accounting systems and/or external affirmation platforms e.g. Enfusion, Traiana, Geneva etc

Responsibilities

Perform T+1 position, trade and cash reconciliations between internal systems and vs Prime Brokers, for a variety of financial instruments including Equities, Swaps, F&O, FX, Bonds, OTC
Review external fund administrators’ T+1 reconciliations and assist with investigation
Liaise with both internal and external stakeholders to resolve breaks e.g. Middle Office, Asset Servicing, Fund Accounting, Prime Brokers, Third-Party service providers
Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders e.g. Technology, Trade Support, MO, PBs, service providers etc. to resolve operational issues, automate operational processes, implement strategic initiatives, roll out best practices and standardize operational procedures
Work alongside senior team members and management on strategic initiatives
Create structure by defining operational procedures, recommending process improvements and rolling them out
Other ad-hoc tasks and/or projects

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Trade ReconciliationsPosition ReconciliationsCash ReconciliationsEquitiesSwapsF&OFXBondsOTCPrime BrokersFund Administration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location for this Core Operations Analyst role?

The role is based in Schonfeld’s Core Operations team in London.

What education and experience are required for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field is required, along with experience in a trading operations role (preferably buy-side), strong product knowledge of financial instruments, experience in reconciliations and break resolution, and proficiency with large data sets using Excel functions like pivot tables and VLOOKUP.

What is the company culture like at Schonfeld?

Schonfeld’s ethos is 'Talent is our strategy,' prioritizing people above all else and fostering a teamwork-oriented, collaborative environment where talent can thrive.

What salary or compensation does this role offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Core Operations Analyst position?

Strong candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, trading operations experience, analytical skills with Excel proficiency, product knowledge across financial instruments, and reconciliation expertise; bonus points for automation experience, process migration, and tech skills like SQL or Python.

Schonfeld

Multi-manager investment platform for diverse strategies

About Schonfeld

Schonfeld Strategic Advisors is a multi-manager investment platform that invests capital with internal and partner portfolio managers across four main strategies: quantitative, fundamental equity, tactical trading, and discretionary macro & fixed income. The firm provides portfolio managers with the autonomy and support needed to maximize their business potential while leveraging proprietary technology and risk analytics to identify market opportunities. Schonfeld serves institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals, focusing on generating returns through strategic investments and effective risk management. Its goal is to capitalize on market inefficiencies and expand its investment strategies globally.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

1988Year Founded

$1,464MTotal Funding

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Quantitative Finance, Financial ServicesIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Performance Bonus

Professional Development Budget

Risks

Departure of key Asia personnel may disrupt regional operations and growth.

New stakes in various companies expose Schonfeld to market volatility and sector risks.

New CTO appointment may lead to strategic shifts impacting current operations.

Differentiation

Schonfeld invests in diverse strategies: quantitative, fundamental equity, tactical trading, and macro.

The firm leverages proprietary technology and risk analytics for market opportunities.

Schonfeld offers global exposure across Americas, Europe, and Asia with multiple asset classes.

Upsides

AI-driven trading enhances Schonfeld's quantitative strategies and risk analytics.

Thematic ETFs in tech and healthcare offer high-growth investment opportunities for Schonfeld.

Alternative data integration provides Schonfeld competitive advantages in market insights.

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