TradingOperationsSpecialist

We are seeking an experienced Trading Operations Specialist to assist the company in executing trading strategies and ensuring the effective risk management of trading activities. This role involves overseeing pre-trade, live, and post-trade monitoring, stress testing algorithms, implementing kill functionality, monitoring market abuse, and raising red flags to senior management and compliance as necessary What You’ll Be Doing: Deploy and execute the company's trading strategy effectively, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives Have access to and oversee the implementation of the kill switch to manage and mitigate trading risks promptly Lead a first-line team responsible for owning and managing trading risks, including stress testing algorithms and monitoring trade executions Conduct pre-trade reviews to assess and approve trading strategies and positions before execution Monitor trades in real-time and review open positions to make informed decisions and adjustments as needed Raise red flags to the CEO, compliance team, and relevant stakeholders for immediate action and resolution Liaise with regulators on compliance matters where necessary Collaborate with the trading desk to ensure smooth and efficient trading operations while adhering to risk management protocols What We Look For In You: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field 5+ years of proven experience in trading operations, risk management, and market surveillance within the financial industry Strong understanding of trading strategies, algorithms, risk metrics, and market dynamics Excellent analytical skills and the ability to assess and manage trading risks in real-time Proficiency in using trading platforms, automated monitoring tools, and risk management software Effective communication and decision-making skills to lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related field (or equivalent practical experience) Why