Trade Support Operations Analyst

About The Role

This position requires the successful candidate to work on a W2 directly with FDM. We cannot accept C2C, 1099 or employment sponsorship (e.g. H1-B) for this position.

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy delivering client and industry driven solutions through our 5 core specialist Practices; Software Engineering, Data & Analytics, IT Operations, Change & Transformation, and Risk, Regulation & Compliance.

FDM is seeking a Trade Support Investment Operations Analyst located in New Yorkto support a project in the Investment Management sector. Involvement in this project is anticipated to last initially 6 months but may be extended.

This role will be hybrid with requirements to be in office 3 days per week.

About You

New York-based investment management firm specializing in municipal bonds, structured credit, corporate credit, and emerging market debt, with approximately $160 billion in assets under management and offices in New York, New Jersey, and Los Angeles

They are seeking to hire a Trade Support Investment Manager Operations Analyst in Fixed Income.

Support daily trade lifecycle processing across portfolio management, trading, custodians, brokers, and counterparties.

Monitor and resolve trade exceptions, settlements, and reconciliation breaks.

Ensure accurate trade capture and allocation in portfolio accounting systems.

Coordinate with traders, portfolio managers, compliance, and external service providers.

Perform cash, position, and transaction reconciliations.

Investigate and resolve settlement failures and operational issues.

Assist with reporting, process improvements, and operational controls.

Support regulatory and audit requirements related to investment operations.

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.

1 to 5 years of investment operations, trade support, middle-office, or settlement experience.

Knowledge of fixed income securities, bonds, derivatives, or asset management operations.

Experience with Bloomberg, Aladdin, Charles River, or portfolio accounting platforms is often preferred.

Strong Excel, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work in a fast-paced investment management environment.

Trade lifecycle management

Securities settlements

Cash and position reconciliation

Portfolio accounting

Fixed income operations

Counterparty management

Process improvement

* Risk and control monitoring

About Us

About FDM

FDM powers the people behind tech and innovation. We spot trends, find top talent, and help businesses stay ahead.

With 35+ years of experience, we coach, mentor, and launch fresh thinkers from diverse backgrounds into world-class careers. Partnering with top global companies, we deliver the right talent at the right time—while guiding our people toward exponential growth.

Global impact – 18 centers across North America, APAC, the UK, and Europe

25,000+ careers launched – and counting

300+ trusted client partners

Committed to Equal Opportunities

Tech careers should be for everyone. With 75+ nationalities represented, FDM thrives on diversity, fuels innovation through unique perspectives, and celebrates success together. As an Equal Opportunity Employer and FTSE4Good-listed company, we ensure every qualified applicant gets a fair shot—no barriers, just opportunities.

Additional Considerations

FDM Group, Inc. is registered to operate and hire employees in select states within the US. We will consider employment applications exclusively from candidates who are either residing in one of the following states or willing to relocate to them: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Virginia.