Trade Operations Analyst – Entry Level

PrincePerelson and Associates; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

PrincePerelson & Associates is partnering with a leading global financial institution to place a detail-driven Trade Operations Analyst in Salt Lake City. The role centers on FX trade processing, settlement, and accurate client records, with a focus on controls and timely operation.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, strong attention to detail, and the ability to navigate a fast-paced environment while improving processes and collaborating across client service and treasury teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Detail-oriented with a strong control and risk mindset.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced setting with multiple processing cutoffs.
• Continuous improvement mindset and willingness to challenge inefficient processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a team-first approach.
• Ability to lead small initiatives, influence stakeholders, and drive change through consensus.
• Hands-on FX or trade operations experience preferred.
• VBA or macro experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Process and settle FX trades by partnering with counterparties and client service teams.
• Investigate and resolve client questions and day-to-day operational issues, escalating when needed.
• Research breaks and exceptions in internal records, driving them to resolution.
• Coordinate with treasury and cash teams to release held funds and limit the funding impact of large client transfers.
• Evaluate existing workflows and recommend improvements that lower risk and cut repetitive manual work.
• Guide clients toward practices that improve both service quality and operational outcomes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Continuous improvement

Interpersonal skills

Leadership / stakeholder influence

FX or trade operations experience

VBA / Macro

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

VBA

Job description

Salt Lake City, UT (In-Office | Must be local)

Comp: $47-56K/year

We are partnering with a leading global financial institution to identify a detail-driven Trade Operations Analyst. This role sits at the center of trade processing, with a focus on foreign exchange, keeping trades, cash movements, and client records accurate, timely, and well controlled.

This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys solving problems, thrives on deadlines, and wants to build a career in capital markets operations with hands-on FX exposure.

Trade Operations Analyst Responsibilities:

• Process and settle FX trades by partnering with counterparties and client service teams.
• Investigate and resolve client questions and day-to-day operational issues, escalating when needed.
• Research breaks and exceptions in internal records, driving them to resolution.
• Coordinate with treasury and cash teams to release held funds and limit the funding impact of large client transfers.
• Evaluate existing workflows and recommend improvements that lower risk and cut repetitive manual work.
• Guide clients toward practices that improve both service quality and operational outcomes.

Qualities of the Ideal Trade Operations Analyst Candidate:

• Bachelors Degree required
• Exceptional attention to detail with a strong control and risk mindset
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely
• Comfortable in a fast-paced setting with multiple processing cutoffs throughout the day
• Continuous improvement mindset and willingness to challenge inefficient processes
• Strong interpersonal skills and a team-first approach
• Ability to lead small initiatives, influence stakeholders, and drive change through consensus
• Hands-on FX or trade operations experience preferred
• VBA or macro experience is a plus, but not required

Why You Want to Work Here:

• Gain hands-on exposure to FX operations at a leading global financial firm
• Build expertise in trade processing, settlements, and risk controls
• Work cross-functionally with client service and treasury teams
• Overtime opportunities
• Collaborative, fast-moving, professional environment

PrincePerelson & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all provisions of the EEO and ADA laws. We do not discriminate in our employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and sexual identity), age, genetic information, parental status, military status, disability, or any non-merit-based factors or other federal, state, or locally protected class. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.