Head of Middle Office

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as the Head of Middle Office. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the middle office operations and ensuring the smooth functioning of various processes. You will work closely with other teams to onboard new strategies, oversee middle office teams' daily P&L, position and other BAU reconciliation processes, resolve inquiries from different internal teams, and execute projects and initiatives to identify and implement operational best practices and enhance process efficiency.
Your core responsibilities

• Run a smooth MO operation with a team of 3, ensuring reliable service.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of Middle Office processes and systems, as well as financial products.
• Provide support and subject matter expertise to trading and other internal teams to effectively complete daily workflows such as reconciliations, reporting and resolve outstanding issues.
• Work closely with trading, developers, risk, compliance and business dev teams to onboard new strategies. Coordinate with various stakeholders to ensure a seamless integration of new initiatives.
• Collaborate with relevant teams to resolve any operational issues or challenges. Take necessary actions to resolve issues and improve efficiency.
• Analyse existing middle office processes and identify areas for improvement. Develop and propose better practices to enhance operational efficiency, risk management, and compliance.
• Take the lead in projects aimed at automating reporting processes and facilitating trading activities. Collaborate with technology teams to develop and implement innovative solutions that streamline operations and improve productivity.

Your skills and experience

• Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CFA, FRM, CPA) are a plus.
• 7+ years of experience in financial operations, preferably in an investment bank, trading firm or asset management company.
• Strong knowledge of financial products.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
• Experience in process improvement and automation projects is desirable.
• Knowledge of programming language like SQL, Python is desirable.

About Us
IMC is a leading trading firm, known worldwide for our advanced, low-latency technology and world-class execution capabilities. Over the past 30 years, we've been a stabilizing force in the financial markets - providing the essential liquidity our counterparties depend on. Across offices in the US, Europe, and Asia Pacific, our talented employees are united by our entrepreneurial spirit, exceptional culture, and commitment to giving back. It's a strong foundation that allows us to grow and add new capabilities, year after year. From entering dynamic new markets, to developing a state-of-the-art research environment and diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to imagine what could be and work together to make it happen.