Trade Operations Loan Analyst

Our Global asset manager partner, who is establishing its new business service center in Budapest is hiring a Trade Operations Loan Analyst. Their purpose is to help clients define and achieve superior financial outcomes through differentiated insights, disciplined investment approaches, and exceptional service. 
Your new roleSupport the daily operational processes of secured loans across their full lifecycle, ensure the accurate and timely execution of funding events, loan payments, and corporate actions. The responsibilities span performing comprehensive reconciliations, resolving operational issues, and maintaining strong risk controls throughout all activities. You will work closely with investment teams, brokers, custodians, and technology partners to support loan activity and deliver smooth operational outcomes.
Key Responsibilities

• Process daily secured loan activities including payments, payoffs, advances, extensions, and renewals. 
• Reconcile loan positions and cash movements; investigate and resolve breaks.
• Resolve inquiries related to loan instruments from traders, portfolio managers, custodians, and counterparties. 
• Coordinate with traders, brokers, custodians, and internal teams to ensure smooth processing.
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  Contribute to standardising and improving trade operations processes and best practices.
• Support operational change initiatives, including process redesign, system testing, and implementation.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements; represent Trade Operations during audits and reviews.
• Maintain strong working relationships and act as an escalation point for operational issues. 
• Update and maintain procedures, supporting continuous improvement efforts.

What you need to succeed:

• Solid loan operations experience, covering the full secured loan lifecycle and interaction with agent banks.
• System knowledge (ideally including Aladdin and familiarity with LendAmend, ClearPar, and WSO).
• Strong understanding of operational risk, control frameworks, and regulatory expectations. 
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes, increase efficiency, and reduce risk. 
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, able to work effectively with internal teams and external partners. 
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.

The company offers:

• Hybrid working arrangements and reasonable accommodations
• Professional development support, including tuition/qualification reimbursement
• Company events, networking opportunities, and social activities
• More to be shared soon