Head of Clearing Ops & Margining Innovation

Selby Jennings; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial technology firm is seeking a Finance Tax and Accounting Recruitment Consultant to lead the establishment and scaling of its clearing operations. This high-impact role requires expertise in clearing operations and margining capabilities, with responsibilities including the development of operational workflows and recruitment of a performance-driven team. Successful candidates will have a background in regulated exchanges, showcasing strong leadership and strategic execution skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in clearing operations, ideally within a regulated exchange or FCM environment.
• Deep understanding of margining theory, collateral workflows, and risk management practices.
• Familiarity with post-trade operations and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the development and execution of clearing operations.
• Construct a comprehensive business case for FCM integration.
• Collaborate with the Head of Clearing Engineering to define cross-functional requirements.

Skills

Experience in clearing operations

Understanding of margining theory

Risk management practices

Client onboarding

Regulatory compliance

Job description

A leading financial technology firm is seeking a Finance Tax and Accounting Recruitment Consultant to lead the establishment and scaling of its clearing operations. This high-impact role requires expertise in clearing operations and margining capabilities, with responsibilities including the development of operational workflows and recruitment of a performance-driven team. Successful candidates will have a background in regulated exchanges, showcasing strong leadership and strategic execution skills.