CLO Fund Administration Analyst

Job Description

About the Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced CLO Fund Administration Analyst to join a high‑performing Investment Operations team on a fixed‑term basis. Candidates must be available on 6 weeks notice or less. This role is ideal for someone with strong CLO operations experience who enjoys project‑driven work, cross‑functional collaboration, and process optimisation. This role sits within a hybrid working environment , with three days per week in the London office and two days working from home to support collaboration while maintaining flexibility.

You will play a key part in a major operational transition project, working alongside colleagues across the UK, US, technology, and project management teams. The position will involve designing, documenting, and executing test plans, gaining rapid familiarity with the underlying portfolios, and serving as a central point of coordination for internal and external stakeholders.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Build a strong understanding of the portfolio and team operations.
• Help shape and refine the migration project plan in collaboration with technology, project management, and senior stakeholders.
• Lead the definition, documentation, communication, and execution of key test plans (both on‑system and off‑system).
• Participate in working groups and project meetings, contributing expertise to the broader initiative.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve operational processes.
• Act as a key contact for operational queries related to the transition.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Experience working with a CLO manager , trustee, or CLO administrator.
• Strong understanding of CLO mechanics, including portfolio profile tests and IPD waterfalls .
• Knowledge of the loan and high‑yield bond markets .
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Comfortable interacting with Portfolio Managers and senior team members.
• Strong communication, relationship‑building, and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Ability to interpret complex legal and technical documents.

Desirable Skills

• Exposure to loan management systems (e.g., Allvue, WSO/Nexus ).
• Change‑oriented mindset with a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Able to work autonomously while contributing positively to team goals.

Individual Profile

• Degree‑educated.
• Self‑starter with the ability to take ownership and drive execution.
• Flexible, calm under pressure, and confident managing changing priorities.
• Capable of supporting more complex transactions or projects alongside senior colleagues.
• Strong organisational and process‑improvement mindset.

What’s on Offer

A unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a high‑impact operational transition within the liquid credit and CLO space. You’ll work with a collaborative global team and contribute directly to strategic change initiatives.

Please note, due to the high volume of applications, only candidates that fulfil the essential criteria will be contacted to progress to the next stage of the process. We look forward to hearing from you.