Hedge Fund Operations Team Leader

Hedge Fund Operations Team Leader Overview

• The Hedge Fund Operations Team Leader will oversee post-trade operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across equities, fixed income, derivatives, and FX markets.
• This leadership role involves managing a team, driving operational excellence, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
• The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining in-office and remote flexibility.
• You will play a key role in enhancing operational controls and streamlining workflows through technology and automation initiatives.
• This role requires a strong understanding of trade lifecycle events and reconciliation practices.
• The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in multi-asset operations within financial services.
• This is an opportunity to contribute to the growth and scalability of a leading hedge fund's operations team.

Hedge Fund Operations Team Leader Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Lead and manage a team of operations professionals, overseeing trade support, reconciliation, and settlements functions.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness in post-trade processing across multiple asset classes, maintaining a strong control environment.
• Oversee daily trade settlement processes, coordinating with custodians, prime brokers, and counterparties.
• Direct cash, position, and trade reconciliations, resolving exceptions promptly.
• Collaborate with Trading, Portfolio Management, Risk, and Technology teams to address complex trade and settlement issues.
• Develop and mentor team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Partner with Technology to implement automation initiatives, reducing operational risk and enhancing efficiency.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory and audit requirements, updating operational procedures as needed.
• Prepare and present operational metrics and updates to senior management, supporting strategic decision-making.

Hedge Fund Operations Team Leader Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline is required.
• 10+ years of experience in operations or middle office roles within financial services, including team management.
• Extensive knowledge of post-trade processing across equities, fixed income, OTC derivatives, FX, and futures.
• Proficiency with industry platforms such as Geneva, Bloomberg AIM, DUCO, and MarkitWire.
• Strong analytical skills and experience building scalable processes and controls.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with senior management and external stakeholders effectively.
• Proven ability to drive operational improvements and manage complex workflows in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with regulatory compliance and audit processes in financial operations.