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MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE: Core Responsibilities: The Analyst – Middle Office Operations (Contractor) will be responsible for hands-on execution of core post-trade operational processes across the Exchange Traded Derivatives asset class. The role involves performing reconciliations, investigating breaks, validating trade data, and ensuring timely settlement and confirmation of trades. Responsibilities: Operational Execution • Perform daily reconciliations and exception management across the listed futures and options asset classes • Investigate and resolve trade, position and cash breaks with accuracy and urgency • Carry out daily/weekly/monthly processes such as clearing broker billing and various ad hoc tasks • Contribute to process documentation and ensure adherence to firm policies and controls. Control and Process Enhancement • Support the identification and implementation of workflow improvements • Maintain a strong control focus and escalate exceptions appropriately • Participate in user testing and process automation initiatives Stakeholder Interaction • Liaise with global Operations, Technology and Trade Support teams to resolve operational issues. • Communicate clearly and regularly with management on progress and operational risks. • Ensure smooth coordination with internal stakeholders including Risk, Finance and Treasury PERSON SPECIFICATION WORK EXPERIENCE/BACKGROUND Essential • 2-4 years of hands-on experience performing middle office or trade support functions • Strong understanding of trade lifecycle, reconciliations and break management • Good understanding of listed futures and options including knowledge of both equity and fixed income contract nuances • Hands on experience in performing reconciliation processes • Good Excel and analytical skills, with a focus on accuracy and timeliness • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a global environment Desirable • Familiarity with trade capture and reconciliation systems such as Gresham or Murex • Involvement in automation or data improvement projects. • Advanced Excel • Prior experience in a hedge fund or asset management firm PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES • Detail-focused, control-minded and execution-driven. • Proactive and hands-on with strong communication skills. • Collaborative and dependable team contributor • Adaptable and comfortable in a dynamic, global environment • Excellent written and spoken business English