Graduate Investment Operations Analyst

Role overview

An investment manager in London is hiring recent graduates to join its Operations function as Operations Analysts. This is a varied, hands-on position with exposure to several parts of the investment management process. The role supports the wider business by helping portfolio management, compliance, risk, and client service teams keep operations running smoothly.

What you'll do

• Work with the trading and FX team after trades are executed, helping coordinate settlements with brokers and custodians and following up on any exceptions.
• Keep day-to-day operational workflows moving so that data is transferred correctly and on time between systems and stakeholders.
• Check, match, and maintain important operational records such as transactions, holdings, and valuations.
• Handle corporate actions and proxy voting activity, ensuring elections are completed within deadlines.
• Partner with internal stakeholders including Compliance & Risk, Portfolio Managers, and Client Services to meet operational needs from end to end.
• Coordinate with external providers such as brokers, custodians, fund administrators, and data vendors.
• Support the introduction and adoption of new technology within the Investment Operations team.
• Contribute to improvements in workflows, including automation and process optimisation.
• Help maintain strong operational controls and support risk management processes.

Candidate profile

The ideal applicant is a graduate with a sharp eye for detail, enthusiasm for learning, and a solid foundational understanding of investment markets, including fixed income and equities. The role also calls for strong teamwork, the ability to stay organized under tight deadlines, and a willingness to get involved in a busy operations environment.

Requirements

• University degree required.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Genuine interest in learning and developing in the role.
• Basic understanding of investments, fixed income, and equity markets.
• Collaborative mindset and readiness to contribute as part of a team.
• Comfort working to strict deadlines and managing multiple priorities.

Additional information

This is a full-time, onsite position based in the London Area, United Kingdom. No salary, stipend, start date, application deadline, or number of openings was specified.