Desk Assistant - London Finance Support & Trade Ops

Tradition Group; City of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading interdealer brokerage firm is seeking a Desk Assistant in London. The role involves supporting brokers, recording trades, and maintaining relationships with global offices. Candidates should be self-sufficient, possess basic financial market knowledge, and be fluent in French and English. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic financial environment and contribute to the team’s success.

Qualifications

• Self-sufficient and capable of quick thinking.
• Basic understanding of Financial Markets is required.
• Experience in general business administration is preferred.
• Strong mental arithmetic skills are necessary.
• Fluency in both French and English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support Brokers with daily activities.
• Ensure trades are recorded accurately and timely.
• Maintain strong relationships with global offices.
• Liaise with middle and back office on trade issues.
• Check bank credits for trades.
• Update platforms with the latest data.
• Produce date sheets for trades.
• Liaise with clients to maintain strong relationships.
• Comply with internal policies and external regulations.
• Adhere to operational risk requirements.

Skills

Self-sufficient and quick thinker

Basic knowledge of Financial Markets

General business administration experience

Strong mental arithmetic

Fluency in French

Fluency in English

Job description

A leading interdealer brokerage firm is seeking a Desk Assistant in London. The role involves supporting brokers, recording trades, and maintaining relationships with global offices. Candidates should be self-sufficient, possess basic financial market knowledge, and be fluent in French and English. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic financial environment and contribute to the team’s success.