ETF & SMA Trading Associate: Options & Python Automation

Focus Partners Wealth; Stamford, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthCoast Asset Management in Stamford, CT is seeking a SMA & ETF Trading Associate focused on Option Strategies. The role involves executing and allocating trades across 7,000+ client accounts, researching breaks with brokers, and maintaining trade data for analysis.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree, 2+ years of experience, and the ability to write 200+ lines of Python. A strong detail orientation and Excel proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• Ability to handwrite 200+ lines of Python code.
• Experience with investment strategies in ETFs and SMA format preferred.
• Strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Build, execute and allocate trades across 7,000+ client accounts.
• Research and resolve trade and position breaks with executing brokers.
• Review client-specific restrictions and maintain trade data for analysis.
• Maintain performance results for composites and TCA.
• Develop automation using Visual Basic or Python and support operations.

Skills

Python

Excel

Communication

Multitasking

Trade execution

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Visual Basic

SS&C GWP

Job description

NorthCoast Asset Management in Stamford, CT is seeking a SMA & ETF Trading Associate focused on Option Strategies. The role involves executing and allocating trades across 7,000+ client accounts, researching breaks with brokers, and maintaining trade data for analysis.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree, 2+ years of experience, and the ability to write 200+ lines of Python. A strong detail orientation and Excel proficiency are essential.