Trading Operations Associate Director
Dawn Taylor Associates, new york, ny, United States
Our client, a midtown NYC international broker dealer, seeks a Trading Operations Associate Director. This outstanding opportunity offers a hybrid schedule and reports to the Director, Head of Operations.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee timely and accurate processing of trades internationally and domestically
- Manage client onboarding of new accounts, sub-accounts and managed funds
- Process trade confirmations for fixed income, equities and treasuries
- Perform daily position reconciliations ensuring trade capture and processing
- Serve as primary contact for internal and external audits providing remediation updates
- Manage full trade life cycle from booking through settlement
- Complete TRACE reporting, create JIRA tickets and support UAT
- Streamline processes and improve controls
- Resolve settlement breaks and discrepancies working with clients and counterparties
- Maintain adherence to operational procedures ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
- Special projects and training junior staff
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance or associated major
- 7-10+ years of experience in Operations, Middle Office or Trade Support
- SIE or Series 7 AND Series 99 are required
- Proficiency with FINRA, TRAQS, DTCC Alert and CTM
- Proven track‑record in global markets settlement
- Outstanding project management and trade support knowledge
- Ability to deliver time‑sensitive execution and outstanding client service