CAAN Alternative Asset Management is an investment firm founded by highly successful investment managers and bankers with experience in top-tier integral firms. We are on the verge of revolutionizing the investment landscape, creating a disruptive platform for alternative investments. With a vision to expand alternative financial product offerings to a more diverse investor base, CAAN aims to attract not only institutional players but also high net worth individuals (HNWI) and retail investors new to investing.

We will create a comprehensive digital platform for transacting, education and portfolio monitoring, leveraging technology in all aspects of its business.

Investment Operations / Back Office Analyst The Operations Analyst is responsible for leading and overseeing all operational infrastructure supporting the firm’s investment activities. This role ensures the accuracy, integrity, compliance, and efficiency of trade settlement, cash management, risk monitoring, regulatory reporting, and operational controls.

The successful candidate will build scalable processes, strengthen risk controls, and serve as a strategic partner to investment, compliance, and executive leadership teams.

Key Responsibilities

- Trade Operations & Settlement

· Oversee daily trade capture, confirmation, settlement, and reconciliation across asset classes (equities, fixed income, derivatives, alternatives, etc.).

· Ensure timely and accurate processing of all transactions.

· Manage relationships with custodians, prime brokers, fund administrators, and counterparties.

· Monitor and resolve trade breaks and settlement discrepancies.

· Maintain robust post-trade controls and documentation.

- Cash Management & Reconciliation

· Supervise daily cash positioning and liquidity management.

· Oversee cash and position reconciliations (custodian, broker, internal systems).

· Ensure timely identification and resolution of reconciliation breaks.

· Coordinate funding requirements for investments, redemptions, and capital calls.





· Implement controls to safeguard client assets and firm capital.

- Risk Management Oversight

· Develop and monitor operational risk frameworks.

· Support investment risk monitoring (exposure limits, counterparty risk, leverage tracking, liquidity risk).

· Coordinate stress testing and scenario analysis reporting.

· Maintain business continuity and disaster recovery planning.

· Identify process risks and implement mitigation strategies.

- Compliance & Regulatory Reporting

· Ensure operational adherence to regulatory requirements (CNMV, CSSF, or relevant regulators depending on jurisdiction).

· Oversee regulatory filings and reporting related to operations.

· Maintain audit-ready documentation and support internal/external audits.

· Partner with the Chief Compliance Officer to implement policies and procedures.

· Monitor compliance with investment guidelines and client mandates.

- Financial & Performance Reporting

· Oversee NAV review process.

· Ensure accuracy of portfolio accounting and valuation processes.

· Support performance reporting and investor reporting functions.

· Validate fee calculations and expense allocations.

- Process Improvement & Technology

· Lead operational system enhancements and integrations (OMS, PMS, accounting systems).

· Evaluate and implement automation to reduce manual processes.

· Establish KPIs and operational dashboards.

· Manage vendor selection and oversight for operational technology solutions.

- Team Leadership & Governance

· Build, mentor, and eventually manage back-office staff.

· Establish clear roles, workflows,



and accountability frameworks.

· Develop policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

· Participate in executive strategy discussions.

· Foster a strong control-oriented culture emphasizing accuracy and integrity.

Qualifications

Education & Credentials

· Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (required).

· MBA, CPA, CFA, or FRM designation helpful, but not required

· High level of English proficiency

Experience

· 3+ years of experience in asset management operations, fund administration, or financial services.

· Strong knowledge of trade lifecycle management across multiple asset classes, with a focus on Fixed Income.

· Experience with regulatory frameworks applicable to asset managers.

Technical Skills

· Deep understanding of portfolio accounting systems and reconciliation processes.

· Experience with OMS/PMS platforms (e.g., Bloomberg)

· Strong Excel and data analysis skills.

· Knowledge of risk management tools and reporting systems.

Competencies

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Exceptional attention to detail and control orientation.

· Leadership and team-building capabilities.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

· Excellent communication skills with ability to interface with investment professionals and regulators.

Compensation & Benefits

· Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus.

· Work closely with experienced senior management and portfolio managers.

· Continuous training in financial markets.

· Dynamic, collaborative, small team and work environment

· Hybrid work model (on-site/remote)

Join CAAN on this exciting journey to disrupt the investment landscape and make a significant impact on the fintech industry.

- To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role to [email protected].

📌 Investment Operations Analyst (Barcelona)
🏢 CAAN Alternative Asset Management
📍 Barcelona