Position: Trading Operations Specialist (Remote)
Company Overview:
My client, a tech-driven organization founded by accomplished serial entrepreneurs in the cryptocurrency space, combines the best practices of tech startups with expertise in high-frequency trading (HFT) and traditional finance. Supported by a single-family office with hedge fund-level capital access, my client is at the forefront of developing groundbreaking technologies for cryptocurrency and digital asset trading. The team operates fully remotely, fostering a collaborative environment to push the boundaries of what’s possible in trading.
Technology:
The proprietary technology developed by my client is built in-house, primarily coded in Rust, and reflects a track record of delivering patented, award-winning software. Their 100% cloud-based infrastructure ensures exceptional performance and security, setting a benchmark in the industry.
About You:
As a Trading Operations Specialist, you thrive in dynamic environments and bring a passion for supporting high-frequency trading operations. You are a detail-oriented professional with experience managing trade life cycles, reconciliations, and operational workflows. Your background in cryptocurrency or traditional financial markets enables you to anticipate and resolve operational challenges efficiently. You excel in remote work setups and demonstrate adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving industry.
You have startup experience and are skilled in managing competing priorities. Your excellent communication skills enable you to collaborate effectively across teams, ensuring the smooth execution of daily trading operations. You take pride in streamlining processes and driving efficiency in high-performance environments.
Role Overview:
In this role, you will oversee the day-to-day operations that support the trading desk. You will collaborate with leadership and team members to develop, implement, and optimize workflows, driving innovation across multiple products and business lines. Your strategic vision and hands-on expertise will enhance trading workflows and operational oversight while contributing to the team’s overall success.
Key Responsibilities:
* Identify and resolve operational issues to minimize impact on trading activities.
* Collaborate with traders, quants, and developers to ensure efficient operations.
* Manage operational risks through reconciliations and compliance processes.
* Prepare trade reports for internal stakeholders and management.
* Develop workflows for fund onboarding and ensure regulatory compliance.
* Lead investment operations across global locations.
* Guide and optimize team performance, systems, and processes.
* Represent operations to leadership, clients, and external stakeholders such as banks and exchanges.
* Manage trade reconciliations, including bank account and exchange onboarding.
* Enhance trade settlement, reconciliation, and investment management processes.
* Supervise and mentor the Investment Operations team.
* Build relationships to understand business needs and define service requirements for Investment Operations.
Experience & Qualifications:
* 10+ years in financial services, including leadership experience in investment operations.
* 5+ years in trading operations or trade support in cryptocurrency or traditional finance.
* In-depth knowledge of transactional accounting, trade execution, and order management.
* Experience in HFT, market-making, and diverse asset classes, including cryptocurrencies.
* Proficient in Excel and Google Docs; Python knowledge is a plus.
* Strong understanding of financial markets, electronic trading platforms, and back-office systems.
* Proven ability to manage global teams and deliver cross-functional projects successfully.
* Exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with high emotional intelligence.
* Results-driven with meticulous attention to detail and a proactive problem-solving approach.
* Startup experience and ability to navigate challenges under pressure.
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
* Expertise in team building and driving change in investment operations.
About the Team:
You’ll join a growing, innovation-driven team led by industry experts and successful startup executives. My client offers a competitive compensation package and a collaborative, dynamic, and remote-first environment where team members from around the globe work together to achieve exceptional results.
Join Them:
This is your opportunity to join an organization built by highly successful entrepreneurs in the cryptocurrency space. Working in a non-corporate, forward-thinking environment, you’ll leverage state-of-the-art technologies to help shape the future of trading. If you’re passionate about technology and aspire to contribute to groundbreaking solutions in the crypto industry, this role is an excellent opportunity to advance your career.