Qube research and technologies

Operations Associate

London Full Time

Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all liquid asset classes across the world. We are a technology and data driven group implementing a scientific approach to investing. Combining data, research, technology, and trading expertise has shaped our collaborative mindset, which enables us to solve the most complex challenges. QRT’s culture of innovation continuously drives our ambition to deliver high quality returns for our investors. 

Join our global Commodities Operations team as an Operations Analyst in our London office, supporting trading activity across a broad range of soft and hard commodity derivatives in a fast-paced environment.

Your future role within QRT includes:

  • Providing day-to-day operational support to Commodities trading desks primarily in London, Paris, and Dubai
  • Supporting trading activity across the full commodities spectrum, not limited to Power and Gas
  • Booking and validating trades and managing the full trade lifecycle from execution through settlement
  • Performing daily reconciliations of cash, positions, and transactions and resolving breaks promptly
  • Supporting new product launches, and changes to operational coverage
  • Working closely with traders on business-as-usual activity and new initiatives in a time-sensitive environment
  • Liaising with fund administrators, exchanges, brokers, and internal teams
  • Contributing to process improvements and automation initiatives

Your present skillset: 

  • Relevant experience in Middle or Back Office Operations, Fund Administration, or Trade Support within commodities or a similar trading environment
  • Exposure to Futures and Options, with an understanding of the trade lifecycle
  • Familiarity with exchanges and clearing processes is beneficial but not essential
  • Experience working closely with trading desks and taking ownership of operational processes
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure
  • Proactive mindset, with the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and automation

QRT is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity as essential to our success. QRT empowers employees to work openly and respectfully to achieve collective success. In addition to professional achievement, we are offering initiatives and programs to enable employees achieve a healthy work-life balance.