Hedge Fund Trade Assistant (Entry Level)

An amazing opportunity for someone to join one of London's most exciting multi-strat Hedge Funds as a junior Trade Assistant! Please apply if you have: - 6 months+ experience working in Trade Support/ Trade Assistant roles either during internships / grad schemes or permanent first role. - Understanding of Financial Instruments: Credit, Rates, Derivatives, IRS, CDS, Fixed Income, Repos, Bonds. - Enjoy a fast paced, high tempo learning environment.

TRADE ASSISTANT - HEDGE FUND

Step into the vibrant world of finance as a Trade Assistant with one of London’s fastest growing multi-strategy hedge funds! This entry-level role is your gateway to an exhilarating career, offering hands-on exposure to Credit and Global Macro strategies while you work alongside some of the industry’s most knowledgeable professionals. The organisation’s rapid growth and impressive £19B assets under management mean you’ll be part of a dynamic team that values your enthusiasm and commitment. Enjoy flexible working opportunities, generous pension contributions, and a supportive environment where your development is prioritised through tailored training programmes. If you’re passionate about finance and eager to connect with a communal team that celebrates collaboration, this is the perfect launchpad for your ambitions.

• Join a prestigious hedge fund in London with £19B AUM, gaining invaluable experience in Credit and Global Macro strategies while learning from seasoned experts who are committed to sharing their knowledge.
• Benefit from flexible working arrangements and generous pension contributions, ensuring your wellbeing is supported as you grow professionally within a thriving organisation.
• Experience supportive leadership and dedicated training opportunities that nurture your skills, encourage collaboration, and help you build meaningful relationships across the industry.

What you'll do:

As a Trade Assistant in London, you’ll immerse yourself in the heart of trading operations—managing essential tasks like bookings, amendments, pricing analysis, P&L calculations, and hedging. Your days will be filled with collaborative interactions across trading desks, operations teams, compliance officers, and risk managers as you help drive seamless execution of trades within Credit and Global Macro strategies. You’ll thrive by maintaining accurate records, responding thoughtfully to stakeholder queries, preparing engaging reports for management meetings, and contributing your energy to a communal team environment. Embracing flexible working opportunities and participating in robust training programmes will empower you to expand your knowledge while making a real impact on the organisation’s success.

• You will ensure every trade booking is meticulously recorded and processed, collaborating closely with colleagues to maintain accuracy throughout the transaction lifecycle.
• You will handle trade amendments by working together with traders and operations teams, resolving any discrepancies quickly and efficiently.
• You will support pricing activities by gathering market data, maintaining up-to-date records, and contributing valuable insights for analysis.
• You will assist with P&L calculations, helping monitor daily performance and sharing results with senior team members in a clear and informative manner.
• You will participate in hedging activities, joining forces with colleagues to manage risk across diverse portfolios.
• You will liaise regularly with departments such as compliance, risk management, and settlements to ensure seamless workflow from start to finish.
• You will maintain comprehensive documentation of all trades, amendments, and related activities for audit purposes, demonstrating responsibility and attention to detail.
• You will respond promptly to queries from internal stakeholders regarding trade details or portfolio positions, fostering positive relationships through polite communication.

What you bring:

• You bring at least 6 months of experience as a T0 Trade Assistant within an Investment Bank or Hedge Fund environment, giving you practical insight into trading processes.
• Your inter-personal skills shine as you collaborate effectively with colleagues across trading, operations, compliance, and risk management departments.
• Your dependability ensures every trade booking is completed accurately and punctually—even during busy periods.
• Your sensitivity towards detail allows you to spot discrepancies swiftly when handling trade amendments or pricing activities.
• Your enthusiasm for learning means you adapt quickly to new systems or procedures introduced by the organisation.
• Your commitment to teamwork drives you to share information generously and support others during complex projects or tight deadlines.
• Your polite communication style helps foster positive relationships with internal stakeholders when responding to queries or preparing reports.
• Your understanding of financial products—especially Credit and Global Macro instruments such as IRS, CDS, Repos —enables you to contribute meaningfully during hedging activities.

What's next:

If you’re ready to energise your career in hedge funds as a Trade Assistant and want to join a supportive team that champions growth—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided below.

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