Trade and Transaction Reporting Analyst (NYC)

RegEdge; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth

High-profile projects

Collaborative environment

Ongoing training

Job summary

RegEdge is seeking a Trade & Transaction Reporting Specialist with 5+ years of experience to join our New York team. The role focuses on deep US regulatory reporting capabilities across CAT, CAIS, EBS and CFTC, with responsibilities spanning data analysis, requirements gathering and client-relationship support.

You will interact with business and technology stakeholders, translate regulations into data requirements, and contribute to proposals, whitepapers and firm development initiatives while

Qualifications

• CAT, CAIS, EBS and CFTC reporting expertise required.
• Strong knowledge of US equities, options, fixed income and OTC derivatives.
• Experience with CAT Reporter Portal and trade repositories.

Responsibilities

• Lead requirements gathering, data analysis, testing and regulatory compliance.
• Support business development, proposals, thought leadership and client relations.
• Prepare BRDs, FRDs, use cases and traceability matrices.
• Perform data analysis, validation and reconciliation; support UAT and post-implementation reviews.

Skills

CAT reporting

CAIS reporting

EBS reporting

CFTC reporting

US regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Technology, or related field

Tools

CAT Reporter Portal

Trade repositories

SQL

Job description

Trade & Transaction Reporting Specialist (CAT, CAIS, EBS & CFTC)

Location: New York, USA

Experience: 5+ years

Core Expertise: CAT, CAIS, EBS and CFTC Reporting

Job Description

Company Description

RegEdge is a global boutique consulting firm specializing in helping financial institutions navigate complex regulatory landscapes. Our team includes former Big 4 consultants and seasoned industry professionals with deep experience across capital markets, risk, and regulatory compliance.

The Opportunity

Our Consulting practice offers a broad range of services, with a strong focus on capital markets risk, regulatory strategy, transformation, data, and technology programs. We work with global broker-dealers, swap-dealers, investment banks, asset and wealth managers, cryptocurrency exchanges, and market infrastructure providers.

At RegEdge, you won’t just be executing client work—you will also help shape the future of the firm. As a fast-growing boutique, we offer a unique opportunity for entrepreneurial consultants to get involved in firm development activities, including thought leadership, proposals, business development, and marketing initiatives.

You’ll be part of a multicultural, international team of highly motivated professionals, offering a dynamic, fast-paced environment with opportunities for rapid personal and professional growth.

Role Description

We are currently seeking a Trade & Transaction Reporting Specialist with 5+ years of experience to join our team. This role demands deep expertise in US regulatory reporting – CAT, CAIS, Electronic Blue Sheets, and CFTC reporting (core requirement). Familiarity with related US regimes such as SEC Regulation SBSR and TRACE is a plus.

You will be responsible for key tasks such as requirements gathering, data analysis, testing, and operational support to ensure regulatory compliance. Additionally, you will contribute to the firm’s broader consulting activities by supporting business development, proposal writing, thought leadership initiatives, and client relationship management.

This position is primarily based at our client’s New York office and may require up to five days per week onsite, depending on client needs.

Key Responsibilities

Client Delivery:

• Lead discussions with business users, technology teams, and regulatory SMEs.
• Engage with business stakeholders to capture detailed business requirements, data needs, and processing rules.
• Develop and apply deep subject matter expertise across CAT, CAIS, EBS, and CFTC reporting.
• Analyse CAT/CAIS feedback, rejections, and linkage errors, and CFTC reporting acknowledgements; drive root-cause analysis, remediation, and back-reporting.
• Interpret regulatory rules, technical specifications, FAQs, and interpretive guidance, and translate them into clear business and data requirements.
• Prepare high-quality Business Requirement Documents (BRDs), Functional Requirement Documents (FRDs), use cases, process flows, and requirements traceability matrices.
• Perform detailed data analysis, validation, and reconciliation activities.
• Support solution design, user acceptance testing, and post-implementation reviews.
• Work effectively across multiple SDLC methodologies.

Consulting and Firm Development:

• Support proposal writing, sales pursuits, and client pitch preparation.
• Contribute to internal marketing and brand development initiatives.
• Assist in the creation of whitepapers, thought leadership content, and market insights.
• Participate in practice development activities such as knowledge management, methodology enhancements, and internal training sessions.
• Build and nurture client relationships, identifying opportunities for additional value-add services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Technology, or a related field.
• Proven hands‑on expertise in CAT, CAIS, EBS and CFTC reporting (critical requirement).
• Solid working knowledge of US equities, options, fixed income, and OTC derivatives markets and the end-to‑end trade lifecycle.
• Experience with US reporting infrastructure such as the CAT Reporter Portal, trade repositories, and firm reporting and reconciliation processes.
• Strong data management, data reconciliation, and analysis skills.
• Advanced analytical skills; familiarity with SQL or other data tools is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information clearly.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently or as part of a high‑performing team.

Technical Requirements

Full Stack Development:

• Strong backend engineering skills in Python (REST APIs, microservices, event‑driven architecture).
• Hands‑on experience with CI/CD pipelines and cloud‑based deployment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Accelerated career growth opportunities in a fast‑growing boutique firm.
• Exposure to high‑profile regulatory and transformation programs across global financial institutions.
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where your contributions make a visible impact.
• Access to ongoing training, certifications, and professional development resources.

Work Authorization

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. RegEdge is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas (e.g., H‑1B) for this role, now or in the future.

RegEdge is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an environment where all individuals can excel, free from discrimination or harassment, and all employment decisions are based on merit. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.