Director of Trading Operations: Scale & Strategy

Farther; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full health benefits

401(k) matching

Unlimited PTO

Job summary

A leading wealth management firm in Dallas is seeking a Director of Trading Operations to own and optimize the trading program. This pivotal senior role includes responsibilities for trading strategies, risk management, and compliance across various platforms. Candidates should possess extensive experience in trading functions within an RIA or broker-dealer environment and hold relevant FINRA registrations. Join a collaborative team and help shape the future of wealth management while enjoying a competitive compensation package and unlimited PTO.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading trading or portfolio implementation within an RIA or broker-dealer.
• Demonstrated ownership of multi-custodian trading programs.
• Strong command of trading risk controls.
• Experience operating in a dual-registered environment.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end trading function including strategy and execution.
• Establish trading architecture and ensure data integrity.
• Serve as a senior escalation point for trading issues.
• Collaborate with Compliance on trading requirements.

Skills

Experience leading trading functions

Knowledge of rebalancing technology

Portfolio construction

Strong decision-making skills

Ability to operate in regulatory environments

Education

FINRA registrations (Series 7, 66, 9/10, or 24)

Job description

A leading wealth management firm in Dallas is seeking a Director of Trading Operations to own and optimize the trading program. This pivotal senior role includes responsibilities for trading strategies, risk management, and compliance across various platforms. Candidates should possess extensive experience in trading functions within an RIA or broker-dealer environment and hold relevant FINRA registrations. Join a collaborative team and help shape the future of wealth management while enjoying a competitive compensation package and unlimited PTO.