Senior Associate/Director - Trading Desk Operations (Remote)
About the Role
We are looking for a Senior Associate/Director in Trading Desk Operations to join our trading team. This remote Senior Associate/Director role offers a unique opportunity to support the operational side of our trading desk, focusing on trading and funding operations while streamlining processes to facilitate the growth of our trading business.
In this position, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the trade life cycle for the specific trading desk you will support, ensuring that all operations run smoothly and efficiently.
What You'll Do
- Provide dedicated end-to-end trade support to assigned trading desks, including trade bookings, trade verifications, balance and position reconciliations, and P&L attributions.
- Troubleshoot operational bottlenecks, delays, and other issues that may arise throughout the trade life cycle.
- Utilize coding skills to develop and enhance booking and reconciliation procedures.
- Monitor risk positions in real-time against internal thresholds and create new monitoring tools for the desk.
- Design and develop booking models for new products, ensuring corresponding checks and reconciliations are in place.
- Set up new accounts and trading books while maintaining data integrity and mapping.
- Perform funding operations and settlement checks, investigating and resolving fund transfer issues in collaboration with Treasury or external brokers.
- Review funding usage and manage internal capital distribution records.
- Assist in analyzing trading performance, P&L, and risk attribution.
- Respond promptly to urgent requests from trading desks regarding trade bookings or funding requests.
- Engage with developers on projects aimed at enhancing system infrastructure and controls.
Requirements
- A degree in Finance, Accounting, or a Quantitative discipline.
- 5+ years of experience on the trading floor as a Trading Assistant, Trade Support, or in relevant functions such as Middle Office or Product Control within a financial services or crypto trading firm.
- Working knowledge of Python and a desire to expand your technical skills.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities with a detail-oriented mindset and a high degree of accuracy.
- A positive, proactive attitude with critical thinking skills, striving for continuous improvement.
- A product owner mentality, results-oriented, capable of thinking outside the box and delivering under pressure.
- A passion for cryptocurrency and blockchain, thriving in a dynamic environment.
Nice to Have
- Experience with AI tools and their application in recruitment processes.
- Familiarity with trading performance analysis and risk management.
- Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary range of $120,000 to $150,000 per year.
- Flexible remote work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development in the rapidly evolving crypto space.
- Engagement with cutting-edge technologies and innovative projects.
- Collaborative and supportive team culture.
Join us as a Senior Associate/Director in Trading Desk Operations and be a part of our exciting journey in the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry. Apply now to leverage your skills and make a significant impact!
This role offers a unique opportunity to work in the dynamic field of crypto trading, with a competitive salary and the flexibility of remote work.
Who Will Succeed Here
Proficient in Python for automating trading operations and implementing data reconciliation processes, ensuring efficiency in trade support and risk management.
Self-motivated and disciplined, with the ability to work effectively in a fully remote environment, demonstrating strong time management skills to meet deadlines for financial analysis and operational tasks.
A strategic thinker with a solid understanding of the trade life cycle and risk management principles, capable of analyzing complex trading data to inform decision-making and optimize trading desk operations.
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