Dynamics Executive Search · 1 week ago
Middle Office Specialist
Dynamics Executive Search is seeking a highly motivated individual to join their Credit team as a Senior Associate in Middle Office Operations. This role involves building and scaling the credit platform, managing the investment lifecycle from trade execution to post-trade analysis, and collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Design and implement scalable, best-in-class operational workflows, policies, and procedures across leveraged loans, corporate bonds, and a broad set of private credit assets
Oversee day-to-day deal execution and lifecycle management of transactions, collaborating with both internal stakeholders (portfolio managers, legal, compliance, finance, settlements) and external parties (borrowers, sponsors, custodians, sell-side firms)
Manage credit-related corporate actions such as reorganizations, amendments, and bankruptcies, ensuring accurate and timely handling across systems and teams
Build, maintain, and enhance operational infrastructure supporting front-to-back office processes, with a focus on trade processing, post-trade reconciliation, and global settlement efficiency
Serve as a key contributor to new fund launches, platform integrations, and client onboarding efforts, including OMS/PMS system implementations (e.g., Enfusion, Eze, LiquidityBook)
Partner with engineering and technology teams to identify workflow gaps and opportunities for automation or system improvement, leveraging tools such as SQL or VBA
Monitor and ensure compliance with global market regulations and industry best practices, including emerging standards like T+1 settlement and affirmation timelines
Provide high-quality service to internal teams and external clients through effective communication, issue resolution, and continuous process optimization
Support strategic initiatives aimed at building out a world-class credit platform, identifying areas for operational efficiency and scalability
Qualification
Required
5–8 years of experience in credit operations, deal execution, or middle office functions within asset management, investment banking, or a hedge fund environment
Strong product knowledge across private credit, including syndicated loans, direct lending, ABS, and other structured products
Demonstrated success in managing trade lifecycle workflows, post-trade processes, and system implementations
Experience with OMS/PMS platforms (e.g., Enfusion, Eze, LiquidityBook) and trade matching platforms (e.g., CTM, Nyfix)
Excellent project management skills, with the ability to lead initiatives independently and work across multiple stakeholders
Technically adept; familiarity with SQL, VBA, or other automation tools a plus
Detail-oriented, proactive, and team-first mindset with a passion for improving operations in a fast-paced, evolving environment