Analyst, Risk Monitoring

Wedbush Securities; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off

FINRA License Sponsorship

Job summary

A leading investment firm based in Los Angeles is hiring a Supervisor, Risk Monitoring Analyst to oversee after-hours trading operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and over 3 years of relevant experience in trading or risk management. Responsibilities include monitoring client trading, facilitating requests, and providing market updates. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and requires flexible availability for overnight shifts. Join to help shape operational success in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in trading, operations, or risk management within financial services.
• Prior experience monitoring client activity, margin usage, or managing risk in a trading environment.
• Strong understanding of exchange-based trading, especially on Coinbase.

Responsibilities

• Lead after-hours trading operations focused on client activity and risk oversight.
• Monitor client trading and margin usage on both individual and exchange-wide levels.
• Provide timely market updates throughout the trading session.

Skills

Understanding of crypto markets

Communication skills

Team management

Risk monitoring tools

Technical proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Risk management systems

P&L monitoring tools

Job description

• Job Location: Chicago, IL
  Jersey City, Los Angeles

Wedbush Securities is one of the largest securities firms and investment banks in the nation. We provide innovative financial solutions through our Wealth Management, Capital Markets, Futures and Advanced Clearing & Prime Services divisions. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California with over 100 offices and more than 80 correspondent offices, our commitment to providing relentless, customized service is the foundation of our consistent growth.

Our Chicago office is hiring an experienced Supervisor, Risk Monitoring Analyst to join our Risk and Credit Group. The primary function of this role is to lead after-hours trading operations with a focus on client activity, risk oversight, and platform support on the Coinbase Exchange. This is a full-time position that requires flexible availability to report into the office on weekends for overnight shifts (9:00PM to 1:00AM CST).

Responsibilities

• Monitor client trading and margin usage on both individual and exchange-wide levels
• Facilitate client requests, including limit changes and account support
• Utilize risk platforms to track P&L, margin, and exposure metrics
• Provide timely market updates throughout the trading session
• Escalate risk or operational concerns to the Head of Risk and leadership
• Coordinate team schedules and assign after-hours shift responsibilities
• Develop technical skills and deepen platform expertise over time
• Collaborate with team members to ensure full trading coverage and support
• Respond to client inquiries promptly and professionally
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned and required

Experience and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university, preferably in Business Administration or other related field
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in trading, operations, or risk management within financial services
• Strong understanding of crypto markets, especially exchange-based trading (Coinbase experience a plus)
• Prior experience monitoring client activity, margin usage, or managing risk in a trading environment
• Familiarity with risk management systems and P&L monitoring tools
• Ability to interpret market conditions and communicate updates clearly
• Experience managing or coordinating teams and shift schedules preferred
• Moderate technical proficiency, with the ability to learn and adapt to new platforms quickly
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What We Offer

As part of our overall compensation package, Wedbush Securities offers an array of diverse benefits to all our colleagues. We believe that providing competitive benefit options yields the advantageous reward of establishing a healthy and inclusive foundational work culture.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple health plan options for you and your family
• Health Savings Account with company-sponsored contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) traditional and dependent care
• 401(k) plan with discretionary, competitive company matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off
• 2 weeks of Paid Sick Time (may vary by location)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Charitable Donation Matching Contributions
• Paid Leave (Parental Bonding, Military, Jury Duty, Volunteer Time Off, Disability, etc.)
• FINRA License Sponsorship
• Travel & Employee Assistance and Employee Discount Programs

The reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic location. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $68,000 to $89,000. Colleagues may be eligible for additional, discretionary incentive compensation based on the colleague's and the firm's performance. Decisions regarding compensation are determined on a case-by-case basis and are dependent on a variety of factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

Wedbush Securities (WS) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. WS does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, registered domestic partner status, uniform service member status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition, disability, genetic information, family care or medical leave status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws, or on the basis that an applicant or Colleague is perceived to have these characteristics or is associated with someone who is perceived to have these characteristics. WS aims to foster a culture of inclusion where all Colleagues are valued for their unique contributions to the firm as well as provided equal opportunities to succeed.

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This position is subject to various laws or regulations that impose restrictions or prohibitions for employment with Wedbush due to criminal history. Those laws or regulations include but are not limited to, the following: Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (SEA) Rule 17a-3, et. seq., Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Rules 3110(e), Rule 4530(a), etc., and FINRA Regulatory Notice 07-55.

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