Market Operations Analyst (All Experienced Levels)

Trade Support and Operations

• Monitor daily trading activities to ensure accurate and efficient order execution.
• Investigate and resolve trade issues promptly, working closely with internal teams and external participants (e.g., broker-dealers, clearing firms).
• Assist customers with certification testing of order entry protocols.
• Provides user training on system and new functionality and responds to user queries.
• Communicates client requirements to operational teams and subcontractors.
• Help identify potential process improvements and contribute ideas to enhance workflow efficiency.

Clearing & Settlement Support

• Ensure smooth post-trade processes.
• Identify and resolve clearing and settlement issues, communicating effectively with relevant parties.
• Coordinate the implementation of new clearing initiatives or technologies as needed.
 

Professional Experience

• 1-10+ years of relevant experience in securities exchange operations, brokerage operations, or a similar capital markets environment.
• Experience in trade support, listings, market intelligence, and compliance.
• Familiarity with Python and or scripting languages to aid with automation, data analysis, monitoring/alerting, and tool development
• Familiarity with clearing, settlement processes, and emerging technologies in capital markets.
• Experience in broker-dealer operations and FINRA/SEC regulatory frameworks is highly desirable.
• Certifications: Industry certifications such as Series 7, Series 24, or other relevant FINRA licenses would be beneficial, or ability to maintain in a specified time period.

Skills & Competencies

• Technical & Analytical Acumen
• Knowledge of trading systems, market structure, execution mechanics, and post-trade clearing processes.
• Strong data analysis capabilities, with an ability to interpret market trends and transform insights into actionable strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments and stakeholders
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving

• Ability to balance multiple tasks and take initiative in carrying tasks forward to completion.
• Demonstrate proactive thinking by identifying potential issues before they arise and suggesting preventive measures to team leaders.
• Experience with AI tooling to automate and improve daily workflow