Middle Office Trade Operations Analyst

Our client, a leading organization in the financial services industry, is seeking a Middle Office Trade Operations Analyst to join their team. As a Middle Office Trade Operations Analyst you will be part of the Global Investment Operations department supporting the Middle Office Trade Management team. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach to process improvement, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Middle Office Trade Operations Analyst

Location: Baltimore, MD (Hybrid: 4 Days Onsite/Week, 1 Day Remote)

Pay Range: $40/hr - $45/hr

What's the Job?

• Support the trade lifecycle from post-execution allocation through trade settlement for various financial products including listed equity, fixed income, bank loans, derivatives, private placements, and discretionary trading strategies.
• Coordinate trade processing activities such as allocation, confirmation, reconciliation, and settlement following established procedures, controls, and checklists.
• Monitor and validate oversight risk and fails reporting, escalating issues as needed.
• Partner closely with front office, risk, technology teams, and service providers to resolve inquiries or discrepancies, ensuring smooth trade progression and process enhancements.
• Generate operational reports and dashboards to track key metrics and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in UAT testing to support new system implementations, enhancements, and procedure updates.
• Provide feedback to management and third-party vendors regarding service quality and timeliness.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and relevant experience with a minimum of 2 years of Middle Office experience in at least one of the following areas: listed trade support, derivatives trade support, collateral and margin management, bank loan support.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a team environment and build strong relationships.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills with ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced financial environment.
• Proactive self-starter with the ability to work independently, identify process improvement opportunities, and contribute to initiatives that enhance operational efficiency

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work within a dynamic and supportive team environment
• Engagement with innovative processes and technology solutions
• Chance to develop your career in a global financial organization
• Exposure to a broad range of financial products and operational functions
• Supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.