Operations Specialist (mid-office/ hong kong onsite)

Overview
We are hiring for one of our ecosystem projects in the digital asset space, they are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Operations Specialist to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing trade operations, ensuring accuracy in reporting, and driving process improvements in a fast-paced financial environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mid-office operations, technical proficiency in automation tools, and a passion for optimizing workflows. This role is Hong Kong onsite.

Job Description

• Manage daily trade processing, including reconciliations of positions, profit/loss, settlement issues, and corporate actions
• Deliver timely and accurate reports covering trades, portfolio positions, cash balances, expenses, and performance attribution
• Oversee all operational tasks across the trade lifecycle, from execution to final settlement
• Work closely with external partners, such as custodians, counterparties, and brokers, to onboard new clients and resolve operational challenges
• Identify opportunities to enhance operational processes, prioritizing efficiency and scalability
• Develop and deploy automated tools to improve workflows, leveraging data management best practices with tools like VBA, SQL, and Python
• Document all process improvements and technical solutions clearly to facilitate team collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• 3+ years of experience in mid-office or operations roles, ideally within a buy-side firm or prime brokerage
• Strong understanding of financial products, including equities, ETFs, derivatives, and foreign exchange
• Proficiency in VBA, SQL, and Python is required
• Proven track record of optimizing processes and implementing automated solutions, preferably in a trading context
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a forward-thinking approach to operational challenges