Operational Analyst Team Lead

North East England Permanent £competitive Ref: 417779

The Role

Operations Team Lead – Neptune North (Newcastle upon Tyne)
About Neptune North
Neptune North is a newly established joint venture between Oliver Wyman, a global leader in management consulting and part of NYSE-listed Marsh McLennan, and Rokos Capital Management, a leading alternative investment manager.
Based in the heart of Newcastle, they are building a high-performing team delivering operational excellence and solving complex challenges for global clients. The environment is fast-paced, intellectually stimulating, and centred around attracting exceptional talent.

The Opportunity
We are seeking an Operations Team Lead to play a key role in shaping the operations function from the ground up. This is a unique opportunity to combine hands-on operational expertise with leadership responsibility, while contributing to the ongoing build-out of a new and ambitious business.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, develop and mentor a team of Operations Analysts
Design and oversee daily operational controls, including reconciliations across multiple asset classes (Equities, Fixed Income, Rates, Futures, Credit, Commodities) [Job Descri...Team Lead | Word]
Provide core operational support and contribute to building scalable infrastructure
Collaborate with technology teams and third-party vendors to improve processes
Review and resolve breaks across trade affirmation platforms (e.g. Traiana, CTM, MarkitWire) [Job Descri...Team Lead | Word]
Ensure effective oversight and escalation of post-trade activities

The Person

About You

5+ years’ experience in buy-side or sell-side operations
Previous team leadership experience or readiness to step into a leadership role
Strong problem-solving mindset with a curiosity to understand markets and business challenges
Excellent communication skills with both internal stakeholders and clients
Degree from a leading university