Intern - Global Operations

GTN is a FinTech-powered brokerage business operating through its regulated subsidiaries. Backed by NTG Global Holdings Limited (Dubai), International Finance Corporation (IFC) of the World Bank Group, and SBI Ventures Singapore (a subsidiary of SBI Holdings Japan), GTN aims to create the most comprehensive global trading ecosystem. With a global team of over 700 people, GTN provides a multi-market, multi-asset class trading platform for institutional clients, operating on a B2B and B2B2C model.GTN currently serves clients through regulated subsidiaries in London, Dubai, Singapore, Hong Kong, and the USA. As part of our global expansion, we are focused on bringing our innovative trading platform to more markets worldwide. We also have offices in Brazil, South Africa and Saudi Arabia. Our platform is designed for buy- and sell-side financial institutions and fintech companies, such as digital banks, wallet providers and neo brokers, offering a seamless experience across trading, wealth management, and API solutions.

"We see a world where anyone can invest in anything, any time" We are on the look out for a team player who can see the world in the way we see it!

Role Overview

We are looking for motivated and detail-oriented Operations Interns to join GTN’s Global Operations team. The internship is designed to provide practical exposure to the stock brokerage operations function within a fast-growing international business, while helping the selected candidates build a strong foundation in global markets, asset classes, settlements, trade instructions, corporate actions and custody-related services.

The Operations Intern will work under the guidance of experienced team members and support day-to-day operational activities, documentation, reconciliations, stakeholder communication and selected project-based tasks. This role is suitable for candidates who are eager to learn, demonstrate strong attention to detail and can work collaboratively in a global, multicultural environment.

The role also provides exposure to process documentation, knowledge base and runbook updates, basic process improvement thinking, and introductory use of AI and automation concepts to understand how manual operational work can be reduced over time.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Global Operations team in daily stock brokerage operations activities under supervision.
• Learn the basics of stock market operations, global markets, asset classes and the end-to-end trade lifecycle.
• Assist with settlement-related follow-ups, trade instructions, custody-related tasks and operational trackers as guided by senior team members.
• Support basic reconciliation activities by organizing, checking and comparing operational data, reports and records.
• Assist with corporate action and custodial service-related tasks, including document checks, tracker updates and internal follow-ups.
• Help prepare, update and maintain operational records, knowledge base articles, SOPs, process notes and departmental runbooks with guidance.
• Use Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint to support data organization, reporting, documentation and presentation preparation.
• Construct clear and professional emails for internal stakeholder communication, with guidance where required.
• Follow operational procedures, checklists and instructions accurately to support error-free work and timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Escalate questions, issues or blockers to senior team members clearly and on time.
• Participate in assigned operational projects involving different subject matters, process reviews or documentation updates.
• Assist in identifying simple opportunities to streamline daily tasks and improve operational efficiency.
• Develop an introductory understanding of AI, automation tools and how they can help reduce manual workload in operations.
• Demonstrate GTN’s core values of Ownership, Professionalism, Transparency and Equality in daily work and team interactions.

Job Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Banking, Business Management or a related discipline; HND-level diploma holders may also be considered.
• Good G.C.E. Ordinary Level results, including passes for Mathematics and English.
• Basic understanding of the stock market, how it operates and the role of different asset classes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Basic Excel knowledge, including simple formulas, data organization and report preparation.
• Good computer literacy and ability to learn new systems, business software and operational tools quickly.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to construct clear, concise and professional emails for stakeholder communication.
• Excellent teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate with local and global team members.
• Self-motivated, eager to learn and willing to take ownership of assigned tasks.
• Ability to follow instructions, work under supervision and complete assigned tasks accurately.
• Ability to communicate task progress, questions and blockers clearly to immediate stakeholders.
• Willingness to learn about GTN’s markets, asset classes, company history, values, leadership structure and competitors.
• Willingness to support process documentation, knowledge base updates, runbooks and basic process improvement activities.
• Interest in learning how AI and automation can reduce manual operational work and improve daily processes.

Added Advantages

• Prior internship, academic project or coursework related to financial markets, brokerage, banking, operations, accounting or finance.
• Basic awareness of trade settlements, reconciliations, corporate actions, custody services, client instructions or counterparty communication.
• Exposure to Excel-based data handling, dashboards, reporting or process documentation.
• Interest in global financial markets, securities operations and post-trade operational processes.
• Familiarity with documentation standards, SOPs, runbooks or knowledge base maintenance.
• Curiosity toward process improvement, automation, AI tools and digital ways of working.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy, discipline and professionalism.
• Prior experience working in multicultural teams, university societies, internships or project groups.

What you’ll enjoy at GTN

• A real learning curve - structured programmes, coaching, and international exposure
• 500+ colleagues across six global markets to learn from and build with
• Career growth in a fintech that's genuinely scaling
• Events and team engagement that actually bring people together

This role is ideal for candidates who are looking to start their career in global securities operations and are eager to learn, contribute and grow within a fast-paced international business environment.