Trade Operations Analyst

About The Role

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Trade Operations Analyst to work for our client within the Banking sector. This is initially a 12 month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role that will be based in London.

We are supporting a global financial services organisation in the search for a Trade Operations Analyst to join a high-performing Margins-focused operations team. The role offers exposure to complex products and high-value cash movements within a fast-paced institutional environment.

The team supports margin and collateral activities across multiple asset classes, with a particular focus on OTC derivatives and exchange-traded futures.

This opportunity is well suited to junior candidates with a strong academic foundation in finance or risk, who are eager to build hands-on experience within a critical control function.

Responsibilities

Support daily trade operations activities within a margins and collateral function

Process and monitor margin calls, settlements, and related cash movements

Provide operational support across OTC derivatives and futures products

Liaise with internal teams including risk, trading, and wider operations

Investigate and resolve breaks, exceptions, and time-critical issues

Ensure activities align with operational controls, procedures, and regulatory expectations

Operate effectively in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment

About You

Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Risk, or a related discipline

Exposure to risk, operations, or financial markets (academic or professional)

Basic understanding of derivatives, margining, or collateral concepts

Demonstrated ability to remain calm, accurate, and resilient under pressure

Strong numerical skills and attention to detail

Clear communicator with a proactive and collaborative approach