Futures & Options Operations Specialist

Nextera Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nextera Search seeks an Operations Associate for Futures & Options in New York City. You will manage daily post-trade activity, lifecycle events, and clearing processes for futures, options and other derivatives.

The role requires 3+ years in derivatives operations, a finance/economics degree, and strong cross-functional collaboration. The position offers a challenging environment with exposure to multiple markets and service providers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in derivatives operations, clearing, trade support or a similar post-trade role.
• Experience supporting futures, options or other exchange-traded derivatives.
• Knowledge of clearing brokers, exchanges and market service providers.

Responsibilities

• Process and oversee daily post-trade activity for futures, options and other derivatives.
• Manage lifecycle events including give-ups, expirations and exercises.
• Monitor clearing activity and ensure timely, accurate processing.
• Perform daily controls and reconciliations for trade and settlement discrepancies.
• Coordinate with trading, middle office, brokers and service providers on time-sensitive issues.
• Escalate complex operational exceptions and drive timely resolutions.
• Maintain records and reporting related to clearing activity and outstanding exceptions.
• Support new products, markets and counterparties; assist operational initiatives.
• Collaborate with business and technology teams to improve workflows and controls.

Skills

Derivatives operations

Trade support

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Economics/related field

Job description

Nextera Search seeks an Operations Associate for Futures & Options in New York City. You will manage daily post-trade activity, lifecycle events, and clearing processes for futures, options and other derivatives.

The role requires 3+ years in derivatives operations, a finance/economics degree, and strong cross-functional collaboration. The position offers a challenging environment with exposure to multiple markets and service providers.