This role sits within Validus Risk Management's broader Capital Markets platform and supports the accurate, timely and controlled delivery of regulatory reporting obligations across multiple jurisdictions. It is well suited to a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to develop technical expertise in regulatory reporting, trade lifecycle data, and financial markets infrastructure. You will gain hands-on exposure to transaction reporting, reconciliation processes, regulatory controls, and data governance frameworks, while building a strong foundation in global markets operations.

Requirements

• Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Experience
  • 1–3 years of experience in financial services (regulatory reporting experience is advantageous but not required).
  • Exposure to financial instruments such as FX, derivatives, fixed income or commodities is advantageous but not essential.
• Technical & Analytical Skills
  • Strong numerical and analytical ability.
  • High attention to detail and control awareness.
  • Proficiency in Excel (including data manipulation and basic formulas).
  • Ability to analyse datasets and identify discrepancies.
• Behavioural Attributes
  • High level of accuracy and organisational discipline.
  • Strong problem-solving ability and willingness to learn.
  • Curious and willing to learn regulatory frameworks in depth.
  • Clear communicator with the ability to escalate issues appropriately.
  • Positive, proactive attitude with strong ownership mindset.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Reporting Preparation & Submission
  • Support the preparation and submission of regulatory reports across applicable regimes (e.g., EMIR, MiFID II, UK EMIR or similar).
  • Ensure transaction data is complete, accurate and aligned with regulatory requirements.
  • Assist in maintaining reporting timeliness and internal control standards.
• Data Quality & Reconciliations
  • Perform reconciliations between internal trading systems and regulatory submissions.
  • Investigate and resolve breaks, mismatches and reporting errors.
  • Support remediation efforts to improve data accuracy and reporting quality.
• Trade Lifecycle & Data Oversight
  • Develop an understanding of the trade lifecycle across FX and derivatives.
  • Review trade attributes and reference data to ensure regulatory completeness.
  • Work closely with trading, operations and onboarding teams to address upstream data gaps.
• Controls & Governance
  • Support maintenance of regulatory reporting control frameworks and audit trails.
  • Assist with regulatory inquiries, internal audits and compliance reviews.
  • Contribute to documenting procedures and improving reporting processes.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Identify opportunities to improve reporting efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
  • Assist with process enhancements and automation initiatives where appropriate.
  • Contribute to strengthening reporting accuracy and control robustness.

Benefits

• Eligible for company bonus scheme
• Enhanced Health Insurance with Dental, Optical and Mental health benefits
• Financial support towards qualifications
• Pension

About Validus Risk Management

Validus Risk Management is an independent technology-enabled advisory firm specialising in the management of FX, interest rate and other market risks. We work with institutional investors, fund managers, and portfolio companies to design and implement strategies to measure, manage and monitor financial market risk, using a market-tested combination of specialist consulting services, trade execution and innovative risk technology. Working at Validus can offer an exciting opportunity for both personal development and professional growth. Share in our mission to become the largest and most respected specialist provider of financial market risk services in the world. Our core company values are;

• Accountability – Getting it done and owning the result.
• Teamwork – We succeed by helping others succeed.
• Integrity – We serve our clients; the responsibility is sacrosanct.
• Diversity – Diversity boosts creativity – creativity is our edge.
• Kaizen – Strive to do things better. Innovation kills complacency. Validus is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.