Middle Office Analyst

Hudson River Trading; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson River Trading (HRT) seeks a Middle Office Analyst in New York to support Macro trading products and post-trade operations. The role focuses on reconciling trades, positions, and cash, while working with fellow teams to automate processes and improve workflows.

The candidate should have 3–5 years of financial markets experience, with Python, UNIX/Linux, SQL, and strong communication skills. A competitive salary and discretionary bonuses are offered.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant financial markets experience, preferably with a Macro trading desk.
• Knowledge of Derivatives, Futures, Fixed Income or Rates is a plus.
• Strong Python and SQL skills with Linux/UNIX familiarity.
• Excellent cross-functional communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and take ownership of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and resolve daily position, trade and cash discrepancies with external counterparties.
• Identify and implement workflow improvements with internal stakeholders.
• Document complex processes to create middle office guidelines.
• Onboard new trading into existing technology and platforms.
• Reconcile daily position, cash and PnL breaks with internal and external parties.
• Research and process applicable corporate actions.
• Maintain and update the commission structures across markets.

Skills

Python

UNIX/Linux

SQL

communication

Tools

CTM

ICELink

Markitwire

Repo Match

Job description

Hudson River Trading (HRT) is seeking a Middle Office Analyst to join our team in New York with a background in supporting Macro trading products. The Middle Office team is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of HRT's post-trade platform, which supports the firm's trading across many asset classes and geographies. Our team designs and operates the systems and processes that reconcile HRT's trading with our various brokers and counterparties, and collaborates with multiple teams to research corporate actions, maintain commissions programs, and track all costs incurred by HRT's trading.

Being a member of the Middle Office team means working within a tight-knit, highly productive unit. We're looking for someone who loves technology and wants to work on a variety of operational projects using whatever tools best solve the problem at hand. Due to the high volume of trades and complexity of our systems, we rely heavily on automation and seek candidates with exceptional attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with external counterparties to monitor and resolve daily position, trade and cash discrepancies, supporting effective book management
• Work closely with multiple internal stakeholders to identify and implement improvements to our current workflow
• Document complex processes to develop middle office guidelines
• Onboard new trading into existing technology and platforms
• Reconcile daily position, cash, and PnL breaks in coordination with both internal and external parties
• Research & process applicable corporate actions
• Maintain and update the commission structures across all markets

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant financial markets industry experience preferably in connection with a Macro trading desk
• Knowledge of Derivatives, Futures, Fixed Income or Rates products is a plus
• Familiarity with CTM, ICELink, Markitwire or Repo Match preferred
• Experience with Python and UNIX operating systems (we use Linux)
• Experience with SQL and relational databasesExcellent cross-functional communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to take ownership of your work, and admit and learn from mistakes
• Ability to debug, analyze, and troubleshoot problems quickly under pressure
• Comfort working independently in a fast-paced, high pressure environment

The estimated base salary range for this position is 120,000 to 160,000 USD per year (or local equivalent). The base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This role will also be eligible for discretionary performance-based bonuses and a competitive benefits package.

Culture

Hudson River Trading (HRT) brings a scientific approach to trading financial products. We have built one of the world's most sophisticated computing environments for research and development. Our researchers are at the forefront of innovation in the world of algorithmic trading.

At HRT we welcome a variety of expertise: mathematics and computer science, physics and engineering, media and tech. We're a community of self-starters who are motivated by the excitement of being at the cutting edge of automation in every part of our organization-for trading, to business operations, to recruiting and beyond. We value openness and transparency, and celebrate great ideas from HRT veterans and new hires alike. At HRT we're friends and colleagues – whether we are sharing a meal, playing the latest board game, or writing elegant code. We embrace a culture of togetherness that extends far beyond the walls of our office.

Feel like you belong at HRT? Our goal is to find the best people and bring them together to do great work in a place where everyone is valued. HRT is proud of our diverse staff; we have offices all over the globe and benefit from our varied and unique perspectives. HRT is an equal opportunity employer; so whoever you are we'd love to get to know you.

Please be advised: Use of AI tools during interviews or assessments is strictly prohibited, unless otherwise instructed or agreed upon. We employ various methods to evaluate the authenticity of candidate responses. If we determine that AI assistance was used during any stage of the hiring process, we reserve the right to immediately disqualify your candidacy or rescind any job offers extended.