Hedge Fund Operations Analyst

Overview

• Support middle office and settlements functions within a dynamic alternative asset management environment.
• Engage in the full trade lifecycle across structured credit and private lending strategies.
• Collaborate with senior team members across trading, prime brokerage, and fund administration.
• Develop foundational expertise in fund operations, trade settlement, and financial reporting.
• Contribute to automation and workflow improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Serve as an internal resource for operational questions as team and fund complexity grows.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Settle trades for fixed income securities, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Perform daily cash and position reconciliations, resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Track and record fund expenses, coordinating allocations across funds and entities.
• Liaise with fund administrators to support NAV preparation and review processes.
• Support month-end and quarter-end close processes, including reporting and investor deliverables.
• Investigate and resolve settlement breaks, failed trades, and counterparty discrepancies.
• Identify inefficiencies in processes and contribute to automation initiatives.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in middle office, settlements, or operations preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with Bloomberg or Geneva is advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Foundational knowledge of structured credit or private lending is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team-first attitude, contributing to a small, dynamic team.