Trade Assistant - Leading Global Investment Firm

A leading global investment manager is seeking a talented Trade Assistant to support its Front Office trading teams across rates, fixed income, credit and equities. This role works closely with Portfolio Managers and Traders in a fast‑paced environment.

• Conducting pre and post‑trade checks, trade capture and validation across listed and OTC products.
• Monitoring trade flows, position and P&L reconciliations, and resolving breaks with internal and external counterparts.
• Liaising with middle office, operations and brokers to ensure timely allocation, confirmation and settlement.
• Supporting the onboarding of new products, markets and counter parties, including coordination with legal, risk and operations.
• Assisting traders with ad hoc analysis, reporting and desk support (e.g. exposure reports, risk and limit monitoring).

• Two to six years in a Trade Support / Trade Assistant / Middle Office role gained within reputable investment banks, hedge funds, or asset managers.
• Extensive, hands‑on experience covering Rates, Fixed Income, Credit or Equities products.
• Confidence communicating under pressure in a time‑sensitive environment.
• A detail‑oriented attitude towards work and be highly organised.
• An ability to thrive in a high‑pressure, fast paced environment.

This role represents an opportunity to work directly with trading desks at a leading investment firm, offering exposure to a broad set of markets and products with genuine scope to develop into more senior desk‑facing roles over time. As such, they’ll be willing to offer a competitive compensation package.