Trading Operations Analyst

WhiteCap Search; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

WhiteCap Search seeks a motivated professional to join our client’s Portfolio Management Operations team. The role supports global trading across asset classes, ensuring precise execution and collaborating with internal teams and external partners.

The successful candidate will manage trade processes, monitor workflows, and contribute to process improvements using Excel, Bloomberg Terminal, SQL, and automation ideas in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in investment operations, trading support, or financial markets.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Bloomberg Terminal.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end trade process from execution to settlement for various asset classes.
• Monitor and resolve issues related to trading workflows, allocations, bookings, pricing, and settlements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to tackle operational challenges.
• Support daily operations, controls, and end-of-day procedures, including corporate actions and FX activities.
• Oversee and troubleshoot systems across proprietary and third-party trading platforms.
• Investigate trade discrepancies, booking differences, and execution issues, providing analysis and solutions.
• Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Utilize tools like Excel and SQL for data reconciliation and issue investigation.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Communication

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Math

Tools

Excel

Bloomberg Terminal

SQL

Python

OMS

EMS

FlexTrade

Job description

Our client is a prestigious global investment firm known for blending financial theory with practical execution to drive long-term achievements. They prioritize identifying essential market dynamics and crafting strategies that endure extensive scrutiny. With a legacy of innovation in both alternative and traditional portfolio management, they value collaboration, transparency, and openness to novel ideas.

The Role

Our client seeks a motivated individual to join their Portfolio Management Operations team. This position involves supporting worldwide trading activities across diverse asset classes, ensuring precise trade execution, and working closely with both internal teams and external collaborators.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire trade process from execution to settlement for various asset classes.
• Monitor and resolve issues related to trading workflows, allocations, bookings, pricing, and settlements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to tackle operational challenges.
• Support daily operations, controls, and end-of-day procedures, including corporate actions and FX activities.
• Oversee and troubleshoot systems across proprietary and third-party trading platforms.
• Investigate trade discrepancies, booking differences, and execution issues, providing analysis and solutions.
• Contribute to process enhancements and automation initiatives.
• Utilize tools like Excel and SQL for data reconciliation and issue investigation.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in investment operations, trading support, or financial markets.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Bloomberg Terminal.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Experience with SQL or similar database-query languages.
• Familiarity with Python or other programming languages for automation.
• Knowledge of OMS, EMS, or comparable trading platforms.
• Understanding of systems like FlexTrade, Adroit, Geneva, CTM, Traiana, or similar.
• Experience with multiple asset classes and broker-custodian interactions.

Who You Are

• Passionate about financial markets and trading systems.
• Enjoy tackling complex operational problems.
• Adept at working with data and resolving exceptions.
• Steady under pressure and accountable during critical situations.
• Collaborative and effective with diverse teams and partners.
• Dedicated to process improvement and enhancing technical skills.

Disclosure: The hourly rates and/or salaries listed may or may not reflect total compensation packages including bonus and fringe benefits, etc., nor are the advertisement(s) posted a guarantee of a certain compensation package for a position or bona fide offer of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.