Market-leading trade and payments Fintech | Operations Assistant | London (hybrid) | Salary of £30 -32K + bonuses
Our partner is a London-based fintech and media platform at the forefront of global trade and receivables finance. This innovative organisation combines data-driven technology with independent thought leadership to improve access to trade finance for businesses worldwide.
With a global readership across 180+ countries and access to leading finance institutions, it plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of cross-border trade, supply chain finance, and working capital solutions. Through a blend of research, digital content, and market connectivity, the company empowers SMEs and corporations to navigate complex financing landscapes with confidence.
About the role
They are currently seeking a highly organised and proactive Operations Assistant to join their team. This is a hands-on, high-impact support role working directly with the COO across a wide range of core business operations. You’ll play a key part in ensuring compliance, smooth client onboarding, clean financial reconciliations, and strong internal documentation.
Responsibilities
- Support the COO with completing and submitting key business forms (e.g. insurance applications, bank account set-ups, vendor forms)
- Assist with reconciling financial accounts and trade books/tapes, ensuring records are accurate and up to date
- Prepare finance-related documents and transfer requests in coordination with internal stakeholders and external parties
- Update Excel models and data tapes to reflect the latest financial and operational information
- Maintain internal documentation around payments, transaction logs, and client records
- Help with client onboarding: gathering documentation, conducting initial screening, and ensuring compliance with AML/fincrime policies
- Ensure data accuracy across internal systems (e.g. CRMs, compliance dashboards, internal trackers)
- Assist with compiling and preparing documents for audits, investor updates, or regulatory reporting
- Provide general operational support to the COO across projects, systems, and internal processes
- Potential to support early-stage client origination and outreach, especially in helping identify and qualify prospects
Requirements
- 0-1 year of experience in an operations, compliance, finance, or admin role , ideally in a fintech or financial services setting
- Strong proficiency with spreadsheets and comfort working across systems and documentation tools
- High attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and a solutions-first mindset
- Discretion when handling confidential and sensitive business or client information
Compensation and benefits
- Salary of £30 – 32K + bonuses
- Hybrid working arrangement
- Excellent progression opportunities
Seniority level
- Associate
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- General Business
Industries
- Financial Services and Technology, Information and Media
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