Trading Operations Specialist

High frequency trading firm is seeking a Trading Operations Specialist to support the trade lifecycle across multiple asset classes and markets. This role is responsible for trade clearance, settlement, reconciliation, operational oversight, and process improvement initiatives that support efficient and controlled trading operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor pre-market and regulatory processes to support daily trading activities.
• Manage trade clearance, settlement, and reconciliation activities.
• Investigate and resolve operational exceptions and trade-related issues.
• Liaise with counterparties, clients, and third-party service providers.
• Support process enhancements, automation initiatives, and operational controls.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in trading operations, trade support, middle office, or back-office operations within a bank, broker-dealer, or trading firm.
• Strong understanding of trade lifecycle, clearing, settlement, and reconciliation processes.
• Settlements experience required; Corporate Actions experience is a plus.
• Experience with SQL required; Python experience is a plus.