Senior Trading Operations Analyst

*This role is based 5X a week onsite in our NY office. Must be able to start immediately*

About Us:

DV Trading is part of a global group of financial services firms utilizing their own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and across asset classes. Founded 20 years ago, and headquartered in Chicago, the DV group has grown to approximately 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe, the UAE, and Asia.  DV affiliates include two broker dealers, a futures commission merchant, and a registered investment adviser.

Overview:
Dataflows are the backbone of every successful trading firm. Every decision — from split-second trades to risk management to navigating new markets — relies on data moving quickly, accurately, and seamlessly.

DV Trading is seeking an Operations Analyst who thrives on uncovering gaps, chasing down answers, and building robust data pipelines that tie everything together. You’ll partner closely with the Director of Operations to design and manage the operational systems that power trading activity firmwide.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the right hand to the Director of Operations, working closely with traders, developers, risk managers and Finance to ensure critical data gets to the right place in a scalable, efficient manner.
• Develop deep working knowledge of the trading, clearing and settlement of all asset classes traded at the firm (commodities, equities, fixed income, FX, crypto)
• Own end-to-end operational processes: SOD/EOD position reconciliation, pricing & settlements, PnL calculations and reporting, and critical intraday monitoring
• Design a system of alerts, checks, and reconciliations that preserves data integrity, communicates breaks in real time, and prevents small issues from multiplying
• Understand all methods of trade execution across the firm and architect a more efficient system for consuming fills and distributing position to traders
• Collaborate with developers to shape databases, trader tools, and position management GUIs
• Create precise processes to streamline onboarding of new traders, strategies, and products
• Perform stimulating data analysis on volumes, fees, margin financing, rebates, and Desk ROI. Connect insights to business opportunities
• Evaluate operational feasibility of new trades/markets/exchanges and help tackle trading obstacles in the way of new business

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5 years of experience in an analytical or operational role within a trading environment 
• Clear thinker with advanced aptitude for breaking down complex problems in a timely fashion in his/her own way
• Expertise in Excel, SQL required. Familiarity with Python, Bloomberg a plus.
• Strong communication skills and ability to advance many simultaneous discussions forward
• Strong work ethic, desire to learn, and ability to remain calm and focused in a fast paced, high-pressure environment
• Independent and resourceful - willingness to take on challenges, dive in the weeds, and figure out solutions

Benefits:

• Discretionary bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care options
• Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary LTD, Life & AD&D insurance
• Flexible vacation policy
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness Programs

$150 - 180K base salary. This role is also eligible for a discretionary performance bonus. Final compensation will depend on experience and qualifications.

DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.