Operations Associate

* Analyse and resolve Transaction Reporting exceptions to ensure full compliance with MiFID II regulatory reporting requirements
* Review trade price data and investigate outliers to ensure clients consistently achieve best execution outcomes
* Ensure the timely and accurate completion of Transaction Reporting reconciliations
* Produce, analyse, and maintain Management Information (MI) reporting to support oversight, governance, and regulatory requirements
* Present MI, trends and key risk indicators to stakeholders, providing clear insights and recommendations where appropriate
* Collaborate effectively with internal departments and external third parties to drive the prompt resolution of identified discrepancies
* Contribute to the design, maintenance, and ongoing effectiveness of robust and well-documented controls
* Proactively identify, own, and manage issues through to resolution, escalating where appropriate
* Participate in wider departmental initiatives and projects to support continuous improvement* ## Highly computer literate, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications* ## Experience working within a control-focused environment* ## Excellent time management skills, with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy, even under pressure* ## Demonstrated ability to manage individual workloads to a consistently high standard* ## Strong capability to prioritise, reassess, and pivot effectively between competing high-priority tasks in a fast-paced environment* ## Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to respond positively to ongoing change and evolving business or regulatory requirements* ## Advanced analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and apply sound judgement to support decision-making* ## Proven ability to design, implement, and document efficient processes and controls from inception* ## Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex or technical information clearly to stakeholders at all levels* ## Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent work streams and deadlines* ## Proactive and self-motivated, with a strong appetite for continuous learning and improvement* ## Strong collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams to achieve shared objectives* ## Driven to deliver high standards of work and a consistently high level of client service* ## Advanced Excel capability, including confidence working with complex formulas and datasets* ## Previous experience within financial services* ## CISI Introduction to Securities and Investments, or other comparable investment-related qualifications* ## Knowledge of financial services regulation, with a particular focus on MiFID II* ## Prior experience in a Compliance, Risk, or Regulatory function  dependant on role level   only available to select during our annual benefits window, in November each year Hargreaves Lansdown is the UK's number one platform for private investors.

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