Core Operations Associate

The Role

A fabulous opportunity in Schonfeld’s Core Operations team in Miami, FL. We are a global multi-manager platform with both internal and external portfolio managers who invest across a variety of strategies e.g. Fundamental Equity, Tactical, Quantitative, Discretionary Macro & Fixed Income etc. You will be working with experienced Operations professionals to implement best-in-class operational procedures. You can also look forward to owning some of the most challenging and unique operational challenges in the hedge fund industry.

What you’ll do

• Perform T+1 reconciliations, including break resolution, between internal systems or internal systems and Prime Broker for a variety of financial instruments e.g. Equity, Futures, Option, FX, Bond, Listed Swap, OTC etc.


• Review external fund administrators’ T+1 reconciliations and liaise with both internal and external stakeholders e.g. Middle Office, Asset Servicing, Fund Accounting, Prime Broker, Third-Party service providers to resolve breaks 


• Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders e.g. Operations Technology, Trade Support, Accounting Valuations Team, Third-Party service providers etc. to resolve operational issues, automate operational processes, implement strategic initiatives, roll out best practices, standardize operational procedures etc.


• Work alongside senior team members and management on strategic initiatives and implement enhancements to streamline workflows and achieve efficiencies


• Create structure by defining operational procedures, recommending process improvements and rolling them out


• Other ad-hoc tasks and/or projects as and when it’s assigned by senior team members and/or management team

What you’ll bring
What you need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or any other related field


• 2-5 years of working experience in the Hedge Fund industry (preferably with a multi-manager platform)


• Highly analytical, detail-oriented, driven, inquisitive and entrepreneurial team player with excellent interpersonal skills, good written and verbal communication skills, exceptional problem-solving skills, a strong control mindset and a high level of self-leadership


• In-depth product knowledge on financial instruments e.g. Equity, Futures, Option, FX, Bond, Listed Swap, OTC etc.


• Highly experienced in performing reconciliations, including break resolution, between order management system and accounting system, order management system and Prime Broker trading data etc.


• Experienced in order management and/or accounting systems e.g. Enfusion, Traiana, Geneva, Gresham etc. (preferably)


• Experienced in migrating reconciliations and/or operational processes which involve different accounting systems


• Proven track record in automating operational processes, implementing process enhancements and working with multiple stakeholders to roll out strategic initiatives


• Experienced in working with large data sets and analyzing those data using Microsoft Excel functionalities


• Strong technical skills in Microsoft Excel e.g. PivotTable, functions, Visual Basic for Application (essential) and programming languages e.g. Python, C++, JavaScript, SQL (preferably) etc.

Who We Are 
Schonfeld is a global multi-manager hedge fund that strives to deliver industry-leading risk-adjusted returns for our investors. We leverage both internal and external portfolio manager teams around the world, seeking to capitalize on inefficiencies and opportunities within the markets. We draw from decades of experience and a significant investment in proprietary technology, infrastructure and risk analytics to invest across four main strategies: Quant, Tactical, Fundamental Equity and Discretionary Macro & Fixed Income.

Our Culture
At Schonfeld, we’ll invest in you. Attracting and retaining top talent is at the heart of what we do, because we believe that exceptional outcomes begin with exceptional people. We foster a culture where talent is empowered to continually learn, innovate and pursue ambitious goals. We are teamwork-oriented, collaborative and encourage ideas—at all levels—to be shared. As an organization committed to investing in our people, we provide learning and educational offerings and opportunities to make an impact. We encourage community through internal networks, external partnerships and service initiatives that promote inclusion and purpose beyond the firm’s walls.

The base pay for this role is expected to be between $110,000 and $140,000. The expected base pay range is based on information at the time this post was generated. This role may also be eligible for other forms of compensation such as a performance bonus and a competitive benefits package. Actual compensation for the successful candidate will be determined based on a variety of factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.

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