Job Description

Junior Capital Markets Operations Analyst

We are looking for a Junior Capital Markets Operations Analyst in our Financial Operations team.


The role sits within our Capital Markets Operations (CMO) team who work alongside our Capital Markets, Finance and Operation teams to onboard Institutional Investors and provide daily management and portfolio reporting across funding facilities.

Who are we?

We're Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed.

At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That's why we've made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow.


With more than a decade of expertise under our belt, we've built a game-changer of a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that's reshaping the landscape of SME lending. Say goodbye to lengthy applications and hello to lightning-fast decisions! In just minutes, SMEs across the UK can get a decision, giving them access to competitive funding in a flash.


We know that good business is about good people. So we pride ourselves on providing meaningful, human support as well as fast, hassle free processes to deliver an unbeatable customer experience.

The role

In this role, you will play a crucial role in supporting the team on day-to-day operations, handling a range of responsibilities that encompass data analysis, transaction monitoring, relationship management, and completing daily client money reconciliations for institutional investors.
This role would suit a numerate and results-oriented individual with a passion for finance and a knack for using data to make informed decisions!Conduct comprehensive transaction monitoring checks Complete daily reconciliations of client money bank accounts (CASS rules) and lead month-end reconciliations Prepare daily and monthly investor reporting, summarising loan portfolio data, cash flows, and trends Log and address investor queries, demonstrating exceptional communication and customer service Identify and flag risks to client money reconciliations and propose mitigation actions Support new investor onboarding and amendments by tracking project tasks Assist in supporting investor due diligence and audit requirements Produce and maintain up-to-date procedure documents and transaction summaries Utilise analytical skills to identify and analyse data anomalies Apply proficiency in Excel, including advanced formulas, functions, and data analysis techniques Proactively problem solving, identifying and confidently mitigating any risks, issues or control weaknesses that arise in your day-to-day

What we're looking for

Experience in a finance-related role or newly qualified with equivalent combination of education and know-how Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, functions, data analysis) or experience with SQL/Tableau Ability to interpret data sets, identify trends or errors, and apply analytical insights Attention to detail, accuracy, and strong work ethic Strong investigative and problem-solving skills, passionate about continuous improvement Ability to work with integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial information.
At Funding Circle we are committed to building diverse teams so please apply even if your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the requirements.

Want to learn more?

We have a huge impact on the businesses that borrow through our platform, the communities they serve and the overall economy (last year 6.9bn of GDP generated). You can read our full Impact Report here: https://www.fundingcircle.com/uk/impact To see what our customers think, visit our Trustpilot page: https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/fundingcircle.com And we're still evolving! Our award-winning multi-product platform is solving more SME finance challenges than ever before. We think big, rally together and meet the needs of SME customers like no other.

Why join us?

At Funding Circle, we celebrate and support the differences that make you, you. We're proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer. We truly believe that diversity makes us better.
As a flexible-first employer we offer hybrid working at Funding Circle, and we've long believed in a 'best of both' approach to in-office collaboration and non-office days. We expect our teams to be in our London office three times a week, where you can take advantage of our newly refurbished hybrid working space, barista made coffee and subsidised lunches (via JustEat) every day!


We back our Circlers to build their own incredible career, making a difference to small businesses every day. Our Circler proposition is designed to support employees both in and out of work, and it is anchored around four pillars: Health, Wealth, Development & Lifestyle.
A few highlights:

Flexibility:

We provide you with a benefit allowance so that you can tailor your benefit selection to you and your family's needs.

Health:

Private Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health Cash Plan, Health Assessments (including female fertility health assessments), eyecare vouchers, flu jabs, Wellhub (for discounted flexible gym membership and access to wellbeing apps) access to a free Employee Assistance Programme and free Digital GP for yourself and any children under 16.

Wealth:

Life Assurance, Income Protection, Critical Illness Cover, financial coaching through Octopus Money Coach, a tax-advantaged share scheme, a free mortgage advisor partnership and discounts across numerous retailers through Perks at Work.

Development:

Dedicated annual Learning & Development allowance and full access to internal learning platform.

Lifestyle:

Electric Car Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Season Ticket Loans, and more!

And finally, we have award winning parental leave policies supporting parents through enhanced maternity, partner and adoption leave, as well as additional leave for parental bereavement and for fertility treatments.

Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you.

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