Equity Derivatives Analyst

We have a great opportunity for a Derivatives Analyst to join a growing investment team at the intersection of portfolio management, trading, and investment strategy. This is a highly visible role offering direct involvement in the portfolio management process, with the opportunity to influence investment outcomes across both institutional and private wealth portfolios. You'll work closely with senior investment professionals, research teams, and trading counterparts while helping to build and enhance a growing portfolio management capability. For someone who enjoys combining analytical rigour with strategic thinking, this is a chance to make a genuine impact while helping shape the future direction of the team. The Opportunity Monitor portfolio positioning, performance, and risk across a range of investment strategies Lead portfolio rebalances and oversee the full trade lifecycle to ensure accurate implementation of investment decisions Develop and enhance derivatives-based portfolio management and hedging solutions Partner with research, trading, and investment teams to identify opportunities to improve portfolio construction, execution, and operational efficiency Act as a portfolio and strategy expert, communicating investment insights to senior stakeholders and sophisticated clients Contribute to the evolution of portfolio management processes, systems, and capabilities Why This Role? Direct impact on investment outcomes across institutional and retail portfolios High-profile exposure to senior investment decision-makers and key stakeholders A genuine opportunity to build – join a team that is expanding its capabilities and creating new solutions Entrepreneurial environment where ideas are welcomed, ownership is encouraged, and innovation is valued Broad exposure across portfolio management, trading, implementation, derivatives, and client engagement Candidate Profile 3+ years' experience in portfolio management, portfolio analytics, buy-side research, trading, or a related investment role Experience with options, futures, forwards, or other derivative-based strategies is highly desirable Strong understanding of portfolio construction, implementation, and investment operations Advanced analytical skills with experience working with large datasets and financial systems Ability to translate complex investment concepts into clear, actionable insights A proactive mindset with a desire to influence investment outcomes and continuously improve processes Professional qualifications such as the Certified Futures and Options Analyst (CFOA), CFA, CAIA, or similar investment credentials would be advantageous. The CFOA is particularly relevant given the team's exposure to options-based hedging strategies, futures, forwards, and broader derivative-based portfolio management. The team works across a range of sophisticated portfolio solutions, including: Single-stock hedging strategies using options and structured solutions such as protective puts, equity collars, and prepaid variable forwards Currency hedging programmes utilising FX forwards and futures Development of new derivative-based tools designed to enhance portfolio implementation and risk management What's on Offer This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious investment professional seeking greater ownership, visibility, and influence within a growing portfolio management function. You'll play a key role in shaping investment outcomes across a broad client base while helping build and develop a function that sits at the heart of the investment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr H-Squared