What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trading Operations Specialist position at RightClick?
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Trade Operations Analyst to manage and optimize day-to-day trading operations within an equity-focused environment. This role requires a proactive problem-solver who can troubleshoot trade systems, coordinate with counterparties, and support automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency. This is an onsite position based in Palm Beach County, FL/
Trade Operations Analyst Responsibilities And Duties
Trade Operations Analyst Responsibilities And Duties
- Oversee daily trading operations, ensuring smooth execution and timely resolution of issues.
- Identify, investigate, and resolve trade breaks in collaboration with internal teams and external counterparties including prime brokers, executing brokers, and FCMs.
- Automate reconciliation processes to streamline trade verification and reporting.
- Analyze trade performance, fees, and charges to provide actionable insights for portfolio optimization.
- Collaborate across teams to implement operational improvements and support strategic initiatives.
- 2–5 years of experience in financial services, preferably in equity trading operations.
- Hands-on experience with daily and monthly trade reconciliations and back-office processes.
- Strong proficiency in Python; working knowledge of Git, Linux command line tools, and DevOps automation preferred.
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to think beyond core expertise.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly, learn deeply, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.