Equities Middle Office Analyst: Trade Support & Operations

Cantor Fitzgerald; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cantor Fitzgerald seeks an Analyst to join our CF Securities: Operations Administration team. The role supports front-to-back trade processing and resolution of trade issues while collaborating with traders, sales, and counterparties.

Ideal candidates will have 2–4 years of equity operations experience, knowledge of settlement processes, and a FINRA license. A finance-related bachelor's degree is required, with a proactive, detail-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in equity operations, middle office, or trade support.
• Familiarity with DTC/NSCC processing and settlement processes.
• FINRA Series 7 or 99 license required (or willingness to obtain).
• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Support front-to-back trade flow processing, including trade breaks, allocations, and settlement issues.
• Liaise with traders, sales, and counterparties for accurate trade capture and discrepancy resolution.
• Monitor daily trading activity across domestic and international equity, options, and ETF markets.
• Assist with operational aspects of ADR conversions, preferreds, DMA, and FX transactions.
• Provide support for DTC/NSCC settlement processing and collaborate with clearing teams.
• Gain exposure to corporate actions and their impact on equity positions.
• Contribute to Middle Office process improvements and efficiency initiatives.
• Offer ad hoc business support to trading desks and senior management.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulations impacting equity operations.

Skills

Equity operations

Trade lifecycle

Analytical thinking

Communication

Multitasking

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/economics/accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Cantor Fitzgerald seeks an Analyst to join our CF Securities: Operations Administration team. The role supports front-to-back trade processing and resolution of trade issues while collaborating with traders, sales, and counterparties.

Ideal candidates will have 2–4 years of equity operations experience, knowledge of settlement processes, and a FINRA license. A finance-related bachelor's degree is required, with a proactive, detail-oriented mindset.