AVP of Trading - Active

Tidal-Financial-Group; Oak Brook (IL); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 125 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Tidal Financial Group is seeking a highly skilled AVP of Trading to support ETF portfolios across active and index strategies, collaborating with clients to meet investment objectives and manage day-to-day trading needs.

The role requires strong market knowledge, analytical capabilities, and a proven track record in investments within established risk-reward frameworks. Proximity to major markets is preferred and compensation reflects market norms.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of ETF portfolio management, trading, or related investment function.
• Advanced Excel skills; VBA, Bloomberg, Python or similar tools is a plus.
• Proactive problem solver with initiative and sound judgement.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsabilités

• Manage ETF portfolios and partner directly with clients to support investment objectives.
• Monitor portfolio activity, execute trades, support compliance, and provide insights across active and index strategies.
• Perform daily portfolio reconciliations and prepare materials for quarterly oversight and regulatory reporting.
• Support portfolio rebalances and ETF basket activity.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls and efficiency.

Connaissances

ETF portfolio management

Trading operations

Advanced Excel

VBA

Python

Bloomberg

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, mathematics, or related field

Outils

Bloomberg Terminal

Excel VBA

Description du poste

The Tidal Financial Group is a leading ETF investment technology platform dedicated to creating, operating, and growing ETFs. We combine expertise and innovative partnership approaches to offer comprehensive, value-generating ETF solutions.

Our platform offers best-in-class strategic guidance, product planning, trust and fund services, legal support, operations support, marketing and research, and sales and distribution services.

About the role

Tidal is seeking a highly skilled AVP of Trading to support the implementation and management of Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) portfolios across active and index strategies spanning major asset classes. This role requires a deep understanding of financial markets, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record of managing investments within established risk-reward frameworks.

Tidal provides services that support the launch, operation, and growth of ETFs.

What you'll do

• Manage ETF portfolios and partner directly with clients to support their investment objectives and day-to-day portfolio needs.
• Monitor portfolio activity, execute trades, support compliance requirements, and contribute investment insights across active and index strategies.
• Perform daily portfolio reconciliations and prepare materials for quarterly oversight, board meetings, and regulatory reporting.
• Support the planning and execution of portfolio rebalances and ETF basket activity.
• Apply portfolio management and compliance procedures while identifying opportunities to improve processes, controls, and overall efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, mathematics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in ETF portfolio management, trading, or a related investment function.
• Advanced Excel skills required; experience with VBA, Bloomberg, Python, or similar tools is a plus.
• Proactive problem solver who takes initiative and approaches challenges with sound judgment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proximity to Chicago or New York is preferred; candidates located near Milwaukee, Omaha, or West Palm Beach will also be considered.
• Familiarity with Bloomberg and basic Bloomberg commands.
• Experience with investment compliance guideline monitoring and updates.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across teams.
• A continuous improvement mindset with an interest in identifying opportunities to enhance workflows and processes.
• Strong understanding of operational risk and the ability to proactively identify and address potential issues.
• Self-motivated and comfortable taking initiative in a fast-paced environment.

We are prioritizing candidates who are located within proximity to Chicago, IL; Milwaukee, WI; New York City, NY; and West Palm Beach, FL.

The pay range for this role is:

90,000 - 125,000 USD per year (United States)