Description
G MASS are seeking a Loan Operations and Settlements specialist to join the London Operations team at a leading global alternative asset manager, taking ownership of loan operations while supporting settlements across a broad, multi-asset trading book.
This is an initial contract, offering the chance to become the firm's go-to expert on loans while broadening your exposure across equities, futures, derivatives, credit and bonds. You'll sit within the Settlements team, straddling settlements and corporate actions, and play a key role in upskilling colleagues in loan operations. It's an ideal opportunity for a high-performing operations professional looking to deepen their expertise and make a visible impact from day one.
Responsibilities
- Take ownership of loan operations end to end, managing primary and secondary loan trades from trade capture through to close, including processing on ClearPar
- Handle agent notices and lifecycle events including rollovers, paydowns, rate resets, amendments and restructurings, reconciling positions and cash against agent, trustee and administrator records
- Act as the team's subject matter expert on loans, upskilling colleagues and building their understanding of loan systems, flows and market conventions
- Support the settlement of market trades across equities, futures, derivatives, credit and bonds, chasing and resolving fails with counterparties and custodians
- Contribute to corporate actions and wider lifecycle event processing, helping close operational gaps across asset classes
- Build strong relationships with portfolio management, trading, trustees, administrators and global operations colleagues, operating within information-barrier protocols for public-side funds
Requirements
- 4 years'+ experience in loan settlement, loan closing or loan operations at an investment bank or investment manager
- Hands-on ClearPar experience, with a strong understanding of LSTA/LMA documentation and settlement conventions
- Exposure to settlements or corporate actions across other asset classes such as equities, derivatives or fixed income
- The experience and confidence to handle non-standard events and explain loan processes clearly to others
- A high-performing track record, with the ambition to broaden your skill set
Benefits
Length: Initial 6-month contract
Loan Operations Specialist in London employer: G MASS
G MASS Consulting is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture in the heart of London. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities, empowering our team to excel in their roles while contributing to impactful compliance solutions for our clients. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation and collaboration, making a meaningful difference in the financial sector.
