Are you ready to dive into the world of equity derivatives and make a significant impact? Join our team and explore the intricacies of volatility products while being part of a diverse and growth-oriented environment. This role offers ample opportunities for career advancement and skill development.

As a Trading Services Associate within the Equity Derivatives middle office, you will support one of our most dynamic trading desks. You will act as a liaison between business, technology, and control partners globally. Your role involves investigating inquiries, monitoring trade execution flows, and understanding our trading platforms. We value self-motivation, ownership, and attention to detail, making you an essential part of our team.

Job responsibilities 

Support daily trading operations by ensuring timely execution and accuracy of trades, while collaborating with traders and team members to resolve discrepancies. 

Monitor and reconcile trading accounts, driving the development and implementation of process improvements to enhance operational efficiency. 

Deliver exceptional service to internal and external clients, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of market trends, trading regulations, and ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards. 

Prepare and analyze trading reports for management review, contributing to strategic discussions in team meetings and handling ad-hoc projects and tasks as needed. 

Assist in training and mentoring junior team members, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment. 

Utilize strong analytical and problem-solving skills to support strategic initiatives and drive continuous improvement. 

Proactively ensure the timely and accurate capture of all transactions in the Risk Management Systems.

Drive intraday / end-of-day processes including completeness and reconciliation checks to ensure capture of new trading activity and general lifecycle events.

Monitor all controls are diligently performed, completed, and signed-off on a timely basis.

Collaborate with global groups such as product control, settlements, drafting, sales, and sales support to resolve different types of breaks.

Participate and contribute to various team initiatives; such as corporate actions processes, deals migration, and monthly maturities.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills  

Proven experience in trading or financial services, demonstrating a strong foundation in industry practices and operations. 

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, enabling effective decision-making and issue resolution. 

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, facilitating clear and productive interactions with colleagues and stakeholders. 

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, complemented by advanced digital literacy for integrating innovative technologies in trade services. 

Capability to work effectively in fast-paced environments, maintaining a detail-oriented approach and strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities. 

Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in team settings, with a solid understanding of trading systems and financial markets. 

Strong commitment to delivering high-quality results, with a focus on continuous improvement and adaptability. 

Bachelor’s degree.

Basic knowledge of equity derivatives (options, swaps, barriers, risk sensitivity -Greeks).

In-depth knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, basic Python, and Internet technologies.

Highly disciplined, a self-starter, and the ability to execute on assignments independently.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills 

Proficient in using trading platforms and software, with hands-on experience in navigating and optimizing these tools. 

Knowledgeable about regulatory requirements in the trading industry, ensuring compliance and adherence to industry standards. 

Skilled in leveraging digital literacy to adopt and integrate innovative technologies, enhancing trade services and operational efficiency. 

Capable of utilizing AI and machine learning to enhance trade service processes and improve decision-making, driving data-driven insights and outcomes.

Trade support and middle office exposure preferred.

This position is not eligible for H1B or Sponsorship.