Overview Our client, a well-established hedge fund manager, with a long history of delivering excellent returns, is seeking a Middle Office Analyst to join their team. The Middle Office Analyst sits between front office (investment/trading) and back office (valuation/finance), ensuring trades are accurately processed, risks are monitored, and reporting is reliable. The role will be a key control across trade lifecycle management, P&L validation, risk oversight, and operational integrity across the investment platform. Responsibilities Portfolio Management System ("PMS") & Trade Lifecycle Support Validation of trade and allocations across equities, fixed income, derivatives and FX Ensure integrity and accuracy of the PMS and prime broking systems Monitor trades through settlement and resolve lifecycle breaks by liaising with brokers, PBs, custodians, and traders to resolve discrepancies and settlement issues Ensure borrow is in place for trades where required Maintain, review and update pre and post trade compliance rules Fund Cash Management Monitor and maintain sufficient cash balances at PB’s to facilitate timely settlement Instruct and coordinate cash and FX transfers between custodians and PB’s Manage Liquidity across Money Market accounts to ensure optimal funding Reconcile Money Market balances to Portfolio Management system P&L & Reporting Support price verification and valuation process Investigate and resolve discrepancies with front office and brokers Help prepare internal reports on exposures, performance and operational metrics Risk, Controls & Reconciliations Perform & review daily trade reconciliations Monitor compliance reports and elevate potential breaches Maintain a strong operational control environment Ensure urgent matters and exceptions are resolved promptly Assist with month-end and regulatory reporting requirements Ensure awareness of fund mandates, permitted instruments, and investment limits to support effective trade oversight, compliance monitoring, and operational control processors Corporate Actions & Proxy Voting Process and monitor corporate action events including dividends, stock splits, rights issues, mergers, and tender offers for portfolio holdings Ensure corporate actions are correctly reflected across systems and service providers Liaise with custodians, brokers, and administrators regarding elections and entitlements Assist in monitoring and coordinating proxy voting processes Fixed Income, Derivatives & Data Exposure Gain exposure to fixed income instruments, derivatives, and related operational workflows Assist in understanding P&L drivers, valuations, and trade lifecycle mechanics Support automation and efficiency initiatives through reporting enhancements and process improvement Gain exposure to data automation tools and AI-driven workflows within middle office Requirements Com degree with majors in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or similar 2–5 years relevant experience preferred Strong academic track record Progress toward professional qualifications (CFA, FRM) advantageous Competencies And Personal Characteristics Adaptable and energetic, thriving in dynamic environments with shifting priorities Capable of working under pressure, meeting internal and regulatory deadlines with poise Exceptional oral and written communication skills Empathetic and approachable demeanour towards clients Client-centric mindset with a professional appearance Diligent and accountable, maintaining rigor in meeting deliverables Demonstrates ownership and responsibility for assigned tasks Self-motivated team player with meticulous attention to detail Able to manage and prioritise tasks effectively within a demanding team environment #J-18808-Ljbffr