Britannia Financial Group Limited
Operations Analyst (Equities)
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Based in the iconic Scalpel Building in Bishopsgate, CIMAS Consulting is the central service pillar for Britannia Global Investments.
As a Operations Analyst, you will support the processing, settlement, and reconciliation of financial products across the trade lifecycle, ensuring all activity is accurate, timely, and compliant with internal procedures and regulatory requirements. This is a hands-on role for someone with financial operations experience, offering exposure to process improvement initiatives and cross-functional projects alongside daily operational duties.
Key Responsibilities
Trade Processing & Settlements
- Input, verify, and maintain trade details within internal systems
- Liaise with counterparties to confirm trade details, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely settlement
- Process client position transfers to/from external brokers and custodians
- Monitor failed trades and escalate persistent issues to management
- Support processing of corporate action events (dividends, coupon payments, redemptions)
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Reconciliations
- Perform daily cash and stock reconciliations; investigate and resolve breaks promptly
- Escalate unresolved issues with clear, auditable commentary
Reporting & Compliance
- Assist with preparation of recurring operational and regulatory reports
- Ensure operational processes align with company policy and regulatory standards
Continuous Improvement & Team Support
- Identify and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce risk
- Contribute to team projects, including system upgrades and process changes
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date procedural documentation
Experience Required
- 2–4 years in financial operations, settlements, or middle office
- Working knowledge of trade lifecycle and settlement processes across one or more asset classes (equities, bonds, or funds)
- Familiarity with reconciliations and corporate actions
- Awareness of settlement and custody regulations preferred
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Skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Confident communicator, able to liaise effectively with internal teams and external counterparties
- Strong organizational skills; able to manage multiple tasks under pressure
- Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs)
Personal Attributes
- Proactive and solution-focused
- Collaborative team player
- Adaptable in a fast-paced environment
System Knowledge (Desirable)
- Experience with settlement or reconciliation platforms (e.g., Broadridge, CREST, Euroclear, or similar)
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