Trade Support Analyst

Arrow Search Partners; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A global asset management firm seeks an entry-level candidate for trade support in Stamford, CT. Responsibilities include daily trade capture and reconciliation across derivative products, monitoring trade lifecycle events, and preparing P&L reports. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in finance and 1-2 years of relevant experience. Join a dynamic team focused on derivatives with a competitive salary range of $95K–$105K.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in trade support or derivatives-related role.
• Strong understanding of market mechanics and trade lifecycle processes.
• Able to work in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily trade capture and validation across derivative products.
• Reconcile trade activity and valuations between systems and brokers.
• Monitor trade lifecycle events including resets and expirations.
• Assist in daily P&L, risk, and exposure reporting.

Skills

Understanding of derivative products

Trade support

Risk management

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field

Tools

Trade capture systems

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a global asset management firm with over $26 billion in AUM and invests in multiple asset classes such as long/short equity, global macro investments, and private investments.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily trade capture and validation across derivative products including options, futures, swaps, and structured products
• Reconcile trade activity, positions, and valuations between internal systems, clearing brokers, and counterparties
• Monitor trade lifecycle events such as resets, expirations, exercises, and corporate actions
• Support margin and collateral management processes including monitoring requirements and communicating with counterparties
• Assist in the preparation of daily P&L, risk, and exposure reports
• Maintain strong relationships with brokers, clearing firms, and third‑party service providers
• Participate in audits, regulatory inquiries, and process improvement projects

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field
• 1‑2 years of experience in trade support, operations, or derivatives‑related role
• Strong understanding of derivative products, market mechanics, and trade lifecycle processes
• Experience with trade capture or risk systems
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment

Salary Range

$95,000-$105,000

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Finance and Sales

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting