Analyst - Capital Markets Operations
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Occupation Type
Data analysts
Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled
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£41,700
(£21.38 per hour)
Standard minimum applies
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Description
Validus Risk Management is seeking a motivated and analytically strong Analyst to join our Capital Markets Operations team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional to gain hands-on exposure to global financial markets, derivatives trading operations, and client-facing infrastructure within a fast-growing capital markets platform.
You will support the end-to-end trade lifecycle across FX, derivatives, commodities and futures, while developing strong technical, analytical and operational skills. Over time, you will take increasing ownership of workflows and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
This role is suited to someone who is detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and motivated to build a long-term career in capital markets operations.
Key Responsibilities
Trade Lifecycle & Operational Support
This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional to gain hands-on exposure to global financial markets, derivatives trading operations, and client-facing infrastructure within a fast-growing capital markets platform.
You will support the end-to-end trade lifecycle across FX, derivatives, commodities and futures, while developing strong technical, analytical and operational skills. Over time, you will take increasing ownership of workflows and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
This role is suited to someone who is detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and motivated to build a long-term career in capital markets operations.
Key Responsibilities
Trade Lifecycle & Operational Support
- Support the end-to-end trade lifecycle across FX, derivatives, commodities and futures, including:
- Trade capture and confirmation
- Settlement coordination and payment facilitation
- Reconciliations and break investigation
- Contribute to the identification of process inefficiencies and assist in implementing improvements
- Support automation and workflow enhancement initiatives
- Use Excel and other tools to analyse operational data and improve reporting accuracy and transparency
- Develop familiarity with automation and data tools such as Python, Alteryx, or Power Query (training and development supported)
- Work closely with senior team members to understand operational workflows and best practices
- Build effective working relationships with clients, banks, brokers and internal stakeholders
Experience
- 1-3 years of experience in financial services, capital markets operations, treasury, fund administration, or a related field
- Exposure to financial instruments such as FX, derivatives, fixed income or commodities is advantageous but not essential
- Experience in an operational, analytical or process-driven role preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Accounting, or a related discipline
- Strong Excel skills (including formulas, data manipulation and reconciliation)
- Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
- Interest in automation, data analysis and improving processes
- Exposure to Python, Alteryx, VBA, Power BI or similar tools is advantageous but not required
Behavioural Attributes
Compensation and Benefits:
Validus Risk Management is an independent technology-enabled advisory firm specialising in the management of FX, interest rate and other market risks. We work with institutional investors, fund managers, and portfolio companies to design and implement strategies to measure, manage and monitor financial market risk, using a market-tested combination of specialist consulting services, trade execution and innovative risk technology.
Working at Validus can offer an exciting opportunity for both personal development and professional growth. Share in our mission to become the largest and most respected specialist provider of financial market risk services in the world. Notable benefits include a competitive remuneration package (salary + bonus), health care, retirement plans, and financial support towards professional qualifications.
Our core company values are;
- High level of accuracy and organisational discipline
- Strong problem-solving ability and willingness to learn
- Clear and professional communication skills
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities
- Positive, proactive attitude with strong ownership mindset
Compensation and Benefits:
- Eligible for company bonus scheme
- Enhanced Health Insurance with Dental, Optical and Mental health benefits
- Financial support towards qualifications
- Pension
Validus Risk Management is an independent technology-enabled advisory firm specialising in the management of FX, interest rate and other market risks. We work with institutional investors, fund managers, and portfolio companies to design and implement strategies to measure, manage and monitor financial market risk, using a market-tested combination of specialist consulting services, trade execution and innovative risk technology.
Working at Validus can offer an exciting opportunity for both personal development and professional growth. Share in our mission to become the largest and most respected specialist provider of financial market risk services in the world. Notable benefits include a competitive remuneration package (salary + bonus), health care, retirement plans, and financial support towards professional qualifications.
Our core company values are;
- Accountability - Getting it done and owning the result.