Operations Analyst

A market-leading proprietary trading firm deploying its own capital across discretionary, systematic, and market-making strategies. Backed by deep expertise in trading, technology, and research, the firm is focused on improving liquidity across global listed derivatives. Through advanced execution and pricing technologies, it enhances how financial markets operate. The firm is seeking a highly motivated and technically adept individual to join its expanding operations team in the United States. Beginning with hands‑on, in-depth training provided by the global operations team, you will quickly assume a key role as the primary contact for all operational activities supporting rapidly growing US trading desks. Covering an expanding product base, you will play a critical role in building and optimizing robust operational processes, ensuring data integrity across all trade, position, and cash management activities. The Operations team thrives on proactive collaboration, strong financial and technical expertise, and innovative use of technology. You will be empowered to leverage automation, advanced data analytics, and modern operational tools to enhance efficiency, drive process improvements, and support business growth. Working cross-functionally, you will build trusted relationships across the business and develop into a subject matter expert across multiple disciplines. ROLE SPECIFICATIONS Monitoring of US trading activity and responding to trader inquiries, including booking trades, position organisation, and drop copy/FIX messaging monitoring Daily monitoring and resolution of trade breaks and fails with prime brokers, clearers, and counterparties Daily monitoring and processing of trade lifecycle and corporate action activity in line with trading desk decisions and prime broker elections Reconciliation of all trade and cash activity, PnL, positions, and cash balances across all relevant portfolios and accounts Work closely with line manager, managing duties and tasks in a proactive and organised manner Monitor group email inbox to resolve breaks, settlement activity, fails, buy-ins, etc. Assist London and Hong Kong Operations teams as needed during US hours Perform BAU duties to a high standard and contribute to team projects CANDIDATE SPECIFICATIONS BA in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related discipline 2–5 years of operational experience at a market‑making or proprietary trading firm Ability to respond accurately to queries from front office and business support teams Experience working in a high‑pressure, high‑volume environment with the ability to deliver results in time‑sensitive situations Knowledge of equity and listed derivative instruments, including lifecycle events such as corporate actions and exercise/assignments Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Knowledge of VBA, Python, or SQL is advantageous Experience leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency #J-18808-Ljbffr Danos Group