Analyst, Prime Middle Office

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for client and administrator inquiries related to Prime Services accounts.
• Issue and monitor margin calls to maintain client account equity levels.
• Review daily cash and margin activities for compliance with regulations and internal policies.
• Support portfolio margin account administration and maintenance.
• Process and reconcile daily operational workflows and exception items.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve client inquiries and operational issues.
• Monitor account activity, settlement exceptions, and cash movements across Prime Brokerage accounts.
• Identify opportunities for workflow streamlining and operational efficiency improvements.
• Escalate operational risks and control issues promptly, ensuring effective risk management.
• Participate in project work, testing initiatives, and ad hoc operational requests as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in financial services, operations, or middle office roles (internship experience considered).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective client interaction.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
• Team-oriented mindset with a proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial markets, with a desire to learn.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and willingness to learn financial systems and Bloomberg.
• Interest in or exposure to Prime Brokerage, Margin Operations, or Collateral Management is preferred.
• Understanding of Regulation T, FINRA margin requirements, and portfolio margin concepts is an asset.

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