Operations Assistant

Market-leading trade and payments Fintech | Operations Assistant | London (hybrid) | Salary of £30-32K + bonuses

About the company:

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.

• 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

• 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

• Salary of £30–32K + bonuses
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Excellent progression opportunities