Operations Associate

Middle Office Associate (Operations) - VN2820 Location: Chicago, IL Operations, Full-Time Marex is a global financial services platform providing essential liquidity, market access and infrastructure services to clients in the energy, commodities and financial markets. The Group covers four core services: Market Making, Clearing, Hedging and Investment Solutions, and Agency and Execution. It executes around 50 million trades and clears 205 million contracts in 2022. With more than 35 offices worldwide and over 2,300 dedicated people, Marex enables access to exchanges and technology‑powered services. For more information visit Purpose of Role Marex is seeking a Middle Office Associate who provides full and comprehensive support to the financial futures and equity derivatives teams on a global basis, ensuring the control and regulation aspects of the function are adhered to at all times. You will work independently and leverage partnerships throughout the organization to accomplish business objectives. This position is within the Operations Futures Clearing Department, a vital middle‑to‑back‑office function responsible for managing the post‑trade lifecycle of futures and options transactions. As a central liaison between clients, executing brokers and clearinghouses, the department ensures that all trades are accurately verified, processed and settled in full compliance with regulatory requirements. Responsibilities Provide comprehensive support to the financial futures front office and clients; report and elevate issues timely to the Head of the team and relevant senior management of the Desk. Perform daily BAU activities including reconciling trade positions and flows, managing trade lifecycles, sending trade confirmations and client statements, dealing with errors, ensuring all positions are flat hourly, and reporting trades correctly to meet FCA, NFA and other regulatory frameworks. Contribute to the establishment of new controls, enhancement and automation of existing reconciliation tools and processes. Partner closely with finance, treasury, risk, audit and compliance departments. Maintain detailed operating procedures for the team and train new joiners to ensure business continuity and minimize staff risk. Allocate trades on various futures markets including LIFFE, EUREX, CME, CBOT and all major Asian markets. Operate appropriate controls to capture and resolve trades not claimed within given timescales. Validate daily volumes and P&L on behalf of the team of brokers. Work on projects for new system initiatives to meet the requirements of the trading team and our clients. Onboard new voice and electronic (DMA) execution clients. Assist with the set‑up of new brokers that join our global team, working closely with the back office and trade support. Build relationships with software vendors to troubleshoot problems or enhancements. Understand and comply with Sarbanes‑Oxley operational requirements relevant to the role. Ensure compliance with SEC, FINRA, NFA, CFTC and other applicable regulatory frameworks. Adhere to the operational risk framework and comply with all regulatory or company‑determined parameters. Model the highest level of integrity and conduct while reflecting company values. At all times comply with Marex’s Code of Conduct: Fully aware of and adhere to internal policies that relate to the role or other activities for which you are responsible. Report any breaches of policy to Compliance and/or your supervisor as required. Escalate risk events immediately. Provide input to risk management processes as required. The Company may require the employee to carry out other duties from time to time. Competencies Committed to continuous improvement. Meticulous attention to detail. Customer‑focused. Collaborative team player, approachable, self‑efficient and influences a positive work environment. Demonstrates curiosity. Resilient in a challenging, fast‑paced environment. Excels at building relationships, networking and influencing others. Insight and agility; can anticipate future challenges and ensure operational effectiveness. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strategic collaborator with insight and agility to anticipate future challenges and ensure operational effectiveness. Skills and Experience Experienced in a similar middle office / operations role within the financial services industry. Experience in a regulated environment and knowledge of associated risk and compliance requirements. Good knowledge of the ATEO/TT suite of products (TEO, LISA). Understanding of trade flow and processes of financial futures middle office. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with internal and external customers. Proven independent problem‑solving and analytical skills. Salary Range $60,000 to $90,000 per year base salary with eligibility for discretionary bonus. Benefits Marex offers a comprehensive benefits package for 2026, comprising health, dental, vision, retirement savings plan, paid time off and other employee perks. Company Values Respect – Clients are at the heart of our business. Superior execution and superb client service form the foundation of the firm; we respect our clients and treat them fairly. Integrity – Doing business the right way is the only way. We hold ourselves to a high ethical standard in everything we do, as expected by our clients. Collaborative – We work in teams, with open and direct communication and a willingness to work hard and collaboratively as the basis for effective teamwork. Developing our People – Our people are the basis of our competitive advantage. We look to grow our own and make Marex the place where ambitious, hardworking, talented people build their careers. Adaptable and Nimble – Our size and flexibility is an advantage. We support our clients’ needs and respond quickly to changing conditions with a non‑bureaucratic, well‑controlled environment that fosters initiative and employee satisfaction. Equal Opportunity Marex is fully committed to the elimination of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the differences that a diverse workforce brings. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr