Trade and Operations Analyst - Overnight

Harrington Starr; Jersey City (NJ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrington Starr seeks a Trade Operations & Support Analyst for overnight coverage in Jersey City. You will support institutional trading workflows outside standard hours, monitor infrastructure, and serve as the first contact for operational issues.

The role requires 1–5 years in trade support or market operations, familiarity with equity or options trading, and strong analytical skills. A willingness to obtain SIE, with Series 7/57 preferred, is expected.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of experience in trade support, trading operations, market operations, or similar financial markets environment.
• Understanding of equity and/or listed options trading processes.
• Experience in high-volume environments requiring quick, accurate issue handling.
• Experience supporting clients or external stakeholders is desirable.
• SIE is essential; Series 7 & 57 are preferred, but willingness to obtain is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Support client trading activity during overnight, pre-market, and extended hours (3am-12pm ET).
• Monitor trading platforms, systems, and connectivity to identify issues before they affect clients.
• Investigate and resolve trade-related, operational, and connectivity issues; escalate when needed.
• Collaborate with trading, technology, operations, clearing, implementation, and client coverage teams.
• Maintain records of incidents, investigations, and resolutions; improve processes where possible.
• Communicate timely updates to stakeholders during live trading scenarios.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Ownership and follow-through

Licensing: SIE

Licensing: Series 7/57 (preferred)

Job description

Trade Operations & Support Analyst - Overnight

About the Role

My client, a financial technology firm, is seeking a Trade Operations & Support professional to join its team and provide coverage for trading activity outside of standard market hours. The successful candidate will support institutional trading workflows across extended-hours sessions, monitor trading infrastructure and connectivity, and act as a first point of contact when operational or technical issues arise. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where timing, accuracy, and sound judgment are critical.

Key Responsibilities

• Support client trading activity during overnight, pre-market, and other extended-hours sessions (3am-12pm ET)
• Monitor trading platforms, systems, and connectivity to identify potential issues before they impact clients
• Investigate and resolve trade-related, operational, and connectivity issues, escalating more complex matters when appropriate
• Work closely with teams across trading, technology, operations, clearing, implementation, and client coverage
• Manage routine operational processes and help improve procedures, controls, and workflows
• Maintain clear records of incidents, investigations, and resolutions
• Identify recurring issues and recommend improvements to operational processes
• Provide timely communication to relevant stakeholders during live trading situations

Experience & Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in trade support, trading operations, market operations, or a similar financial markets environment
• Understanding of equity and/or listed options trading processes
• Experience working in a high-volume environment where issues need to be addressed quickly and accurately
• Previous experience supporting clients or other external stakeholders is highly desirable
• SIE is essential; Series 7 & 57 are preferred, but willingness to obtain is acceptable

Skills & Attributes

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities
• Comfortable working independently with limited day-to-day supervision
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Able to prioritize effectively and remain composed during periods of high activity
• Takes ownership of problems through to resolution
• Naturally curious and motivated to improve existing processes

The company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, which may include performance-based compensation, retirement benefits, paid time off, and medical, dental, and vision coverage. Additional employee benefits may also be available depending on eligibility and location.

***Important to note: this role is based in Jersey City, NJ. Some time in the office is preferred, but working mostly remote is fine. We are not able to provide sponsorship.***