Analyst - Capital Markets Operations

Validus Risk Management is seeking a motivated and analytically strong Analyst to join our Capital Markets Operations team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional to gain hands-on exposure to global financial markets, derivatives trading operations, and client-facing infrastructure within a fast-growing capital markets platform.

You will support the end-to-end trade lifecycle across FX, derivatives, commodities and futures, while developing strong technical, analytical and operational skills. Over time, you will take increasing ownership of workflows and contribute to process improvement initiatives.

This role is suited to someone who is detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and motivated to build a long-term career in capital markets operations.

Key Responsibilities

Trade Lifecycle & Operational Support

• Support the end-to-end trade lifecycle across FX, derivatives, commodities and futures, including:

o Trade capture and confirmation

o Settlement coordination and payment facilitation

o Reconciliations and break investigation

o Regulatory and internal reporting

• Assist with counterparty onboarding and trading infrastructure setup, including documentation and coordination with investment banks.
• Support fund finance operations and treasury-related activities.
• Assist with LEI management and client documentation processes.
• Collect and organise client financial statements and support ATE testing processes.

Process Improvement & Data

• Contribute to the identification of process inefficiencies and assist in implementing improvements.
• Support automation and workflow enhancement initiatives.
• Use Excel and other tools to analyse operational data and improve reporting accuracy and transparency.
• Develop familiarity with automation and data tools such as Python, Alteryx, or Power Query (training and development supported).

Collaboration & Development

• Work closely with senior team members to understand operational workflows and best practices.
• Build effective working relationships with clients, banks, brokers and internal stakeholders.
• Develop strong understanding of regulatory requirements and operational risk controls.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and proactively seek to improve processes and documentation.

Requirements:
Required Experience & Skills

Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in financial services, capital markets operations, treasury, fund administration, or a related field.
• Exposure to financial instruments such as FX, derivatives, fixed income or commodities is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience in an operational, analytical or process-driven role preferred.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Accounting, or a related discipline.

Technical & Analytical Skills

• Strong Excel skills (including formulas, data manipulation and reconciliation).
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Interest in automation, data analysis and improving processes.
• Exposure to Python, Alteryx, VBA, Power BI or similar tools is advantageous but not required.

Behavioural Attributes

• High level of accuracy and organisational discipline.
• Strong problem-solving ability and willingness to learn.
• Clear and professional communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Positive, proactive attitude with strong ownership mindset.

Benefits:
• Validus assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base salary for this position is expected to be between $55,000 and $70,000 CAD per year at the commencement of employment. However, base salary if hired will be determined on an individualised basis, including as to experience and market location, and is only part of the Validus total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include, generous bonus, and Company-sponsored benefit programs.
• Performance bonus linked to agreed success criteria - paid semi annually
• 20 days’ holiday (increasing to 25 with tenure) plus bank holidays
• Private health insurance (including dental, optical and mental health)
• Travel insurance
• Learning & development allowance and support for professional qualifications
• No AI is used to screen, assess or select applicants
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