Trading Operations Analyst – APAC, London London, England
Job description
At Mako, we believe in the power of collaboration to drive innovation in pursuit of our collective ambition; excellence in trading. Our diverse community is connected through a commitment to being the best we can be with the highest standards of integrity.
Join the Product Control team which is responsible for looking after the middle and back-office functions for the multiple Mako trading and investment businesses across the globe. Asset classes traded include Cash Equities, Fixed Income, FX and Commodities.
The Trading Operations Analyst, will regularly be liaising with a range of departments across the business, including the trading floor, finance, risk, management and software development. You will also develop relationships with third parties such as Clearers, Exchanges and Brokers.
What you'll be involved in:
- Reconciling, affirming and confirming trades and positions for our Sydney and Singapore trading business
- Producing P&L and netliq reports
- Reconciling and analysing fees
- Processing corporate actions and dividends
- Managing equity Settlements involves liaising with traders, clearers and brokers to ensure timely settlement of trades
- Re-engineering and enhancing current processes
- Processing collateral and margin
What we need from you:
Required Skills
- Degree (or equivalent) educated, 2.1 minimum
- Process orientated with strong attention to detail
- Self-motivated and willing to learn
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Willingness to work required hours (1pm - 10pm)
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent time management & organisational skills
- Interest in financial markets
Desired Skills
- Experience in financial services
- 1+ years' middle/back-office experience in the financial sector desirable.
- Team oriented and willing and able to actively assist in the re-engineering and re-design of operational process
- Competence in SQL/VBA
- Familiarity with a scripting language such as Python
We are Mako
At Mako, we are welcoming, inclusive and collaborative. We work fast and smart in a supportive and dress-down environment that allows colleagues to be themselves and achieve great things. We uphold the principles of a flat structure that offers unrivalled engagement with senior leadership and career development opportunities. We have a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Flexible leave and flexible working policies
- Private health and dental insurance
- Generous pension scheme
- Free access to the Mako gym
- Employee wellbeing guidance and support
- Opportunity to become involved in the rewarding work of the Mako Foundation
About Mako
Mako is a leading options market maker with a global trading footprint. It has been at the forefront of options market making for 20 years, from the open outcry trading pits to screen trading and automated algorithmic execution strategies that are driving the future of the industry.
From offices in London, Amsterdam, Singapore and Sydney, Mako offers the best in class liquidity solutions across Equities, Fixed Income, Commodities and FX derivatives markets and prides itself in its entrepreneurial, collaborative and philanthropic culture. For further information on the Mako Group please refer to our website: www.mako.com.
