Trading Operations Specialist (Americas)

Overview

The organization is seeking a Trading Operations Specialist to support algorithmic trading activities. This is a hands-on role focused on ensuring trading runs smoothly, reliably, and safely through operational checks, real-time monitoring, and timely escalation.

Responsibilities

• Execute pre- and post-session checks to confirm system readiness and complete close out procedures.
• Monitor intrasession invariants, including positions, connectivity, latency, market data consistency, and error rates; promptly escalate deviations.
• Follow escalation procedures to involve the right people at the right time when anomalies arise.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of:
  • anomaly detection quality
  • incident reaction times
  • communication efficiency
• Maintain accurate operational records and logs for auditability and learning.
• Work a shift-based schedule to ensure reliable coverage across required trading hours.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 3 years of experience in trading operations, trade support, or market surveillance (experience in algo/electronic trading is a plus, but not required).
• Strong understanding of how financial markets and trading systems operate.
• High attention to detail and ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Ability to follow structured procedures while also identifying opportunities to improve them.
• Clear English communication skills, including the ability to escalate effectively and work with multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in algo/electronic trading.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 40 paid days off.

Location

• Remote work from an eligible location within the UTC−11 to UTC−5 time zone range.