Overview

As a Trading Desk Support Analyst, you’ll support Heights Capital’s European trading and investment activity. You’ll work closely with our front office team, brokers, and counterparties to ensure smooth post-trade execution and accurate reporting. You’ll also play a key role in ongoing data analysis, reporting, and automation initiatives — so a solid technical foundation is essential.

You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of financial instruments and learn how capital markets function in real time, working side-by-side with experienced investment professionals. The role also involves collaboration with our US-based operations team, including working onsite at Susquehanna’s head office in Philadelphia for a short period multiple times a year.

Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the first line of support between the investment team and external brokersMonitor and reconcile trade activity and settlement across UK and European marketsPrepare and maintain internal reports (positions, PnL, financing, broker costs, etc.)Support trade entry, allocations, and confirmation processesWork with internal systems to input new deals and maintain trade dataLiaise with the KYC/onboarding team to manage counterparty account setupAssist with regulatory reporting and audit-related documentationCollaborate with US Ops team on shared workflows and reporting initiativesIdentify and implement improvements to operational processes and reporting
What we're looking for
3+ years of experience in middle office, settlements, trade support, or related rolesStrong technical skills — hands-on experience with SQL Server, Excel, VBA, and MS Access is essentialExperience in data automation, reporting tools, and scripting is highly valued; Python is a strong plusFamiliarity with the full trade lifecycle and European settlement mechanicsStrong understanding of equities, convertible bonds, and derivativesExcellent attention to detail, with the ability to thrive in a fast-moving environmentStrong communication skills and a collaborative mindsetBachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field