Alixe Abura

Built meaningful relationships with PMs, traders, Prime Brokers, and Swap Providers. Investigated and resolved P&L queries, tested UAT systems, and trained new colleagues on Ops processes. Managed trade assistant responsibilities, monitored financing rates, and prepared MiFiD ARM T+1 reports to the FCA daily.

Owned and controlled all aspects of Emerging Markets hedge fund operations, including affirmations, confirmations, settlements, and reconciliations. Reviewed trade bookings, led allocation splits, and coordinated with external fund administrators. Managed corporate actions and worked closely with various financial entities to ensure smooth workflows.

Assisted management in a project manager capacity on the new Sponsored Clearing initiative, delegating tasks and holding meetings to ensure project completion. Completed daily stock and cash reconciliations, developing problem-solving skills to resolve reconciliation breaks. Built meaningful relationships with clearing members and mitigated risk to the firm.

Reviewed Segregated and Secured account computations to ensure adequate capital for safeguarding customer funds in futures trading. Produced the 15c3 report for the SEC and constructed the Segregated Investment Detail Report for the NFA. Created and developed a three-year financial plan for the US Intermediary Holding Company and managed the VaR Backtesting process.

Successfully made outbound sales calls to Sky customers, consistently exceeding sales targets. Built rapport and understood customer needs to effectively present product benefits and facilitate sales. Helped customers find the right protection plan.

Completed a Postgraduate Certificate in International Business. The program focused on key aspects of global commerce and cross-cultural management.

Grade: 1:1

Graduated with a First Class Honours in B.A. (Hons) Business Studies. The curriculum provided a strong foundation in business principles, including finance, marketing, and management.